"Once we know where we have been, we can choose where we will go."
Administrative Policies
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Grading System for Exams: Standards of Progress
| A 90% -100% D 60% -69% |
| B 80% -89% F 59% and below |
| C 70%-79% |
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There are numerous quizzes and tests to help students
evaluate their understanding of the material being covered. Each instructor
will regularly evaluate the quality of instruction and require a 75% or higher
score on all quizzes and exams. Promotion to each successive phase of the
program and graduation shall be dependent on mastery of the knowledge and
skills presented. A certification of completion is awarded to those completing
the 650 hours and earning a score of 75% or higher on written and practical
exams, and completing 50 hours of documented massage outside of class time.
Students are expected to participate fully in all class or program activities.
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** Please note: It is illegal for students to receive money for
their practice massages. The Board of Massage would prohibit licensure for 5
years and any malpractice liability coverage could be voided. Receiving
remuneration or compensation for massage is a cause for dismissal from the
program.
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Advanced Placement and Transfer of Credit
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Transfer students from other school programs will be looked at on an individual
basis.
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Attendance Requirements
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Regular attendance at scheduled class or program meetings is expected.
Occasionally personal circumstances may arise which render it impossible for
student to attend class time. Arrangements should be made ahead with the
program instructor and rescheduled for a later time. A policy of 24 hour notice
to reschedule is appreciated.
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Student Conduct
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Drug and Alcohol Abuse: Students suspected of possessing, using, or
distributing drugs or any other controlled substance will be subject to
dismissal from the program. Students who possess, use, or distribute alcohol on
school or clinic premises will also be subject to dismissal. It is the right of
this massage program to request a drug test or evaluation by
medical doctor for any reason.
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Behavior: Disruptive or unprofessional behavior can result in probation
or dismissal. For re-admission, a probationary period is required.
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Graduation Requirements
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Students must have maintained a 75% average, completed the course and outside
massage hours, and discharged all financial obligations to the apprenticeship
program. Students must also hold a current first aid/CPR card and have
completed the AIDS training requirements.
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To Practice Massage
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In order to legally practice massage in the State of Washington, a person must
be licensed by the Division of Professional Licensing through the State of
Washington. This involves a written exam.
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Employment Placement
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Though this program does not currently have a placement program, we do expect
to be able to refer students to career opportunities as they come up. By law we
cannot guarantee a job upon completion of this program.
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Liability Coverage
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Each student will be responsible for attaining and providing proof of liability
insurance. Institutions such as the American Massage Therapy Association and
American Massage and Bodywork Professionals offer student liability insurance
at reduced rates.
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