MSS0018 – Foundations of Wellness

Wellness is a core concept in optimal health and an essential part of the practice of massage therapy. Students
discuss concepts of optimal health and wellness from a biopsychosocial perspective and discover how stress,
mental health challenges and lifestyle choices can impact their capacity to make healthy choices. They develop
strategies for improving nutrition, physical activity and mindfulness through experiential learning activities. Lectures
include videos, group work, and reflective exercises.

When is this course happening?

Semester:	Winter
Campus:	Ottawa
Start Date:	Week of February 10
End Date:	Week of May 23
Link Code:	PPJ4T
Number of Weeks:	14
Hours per Week:	3
Delivery Type:	Congregated
Schedule:	Various College sections – will selected best suited to student’s stated availability
Associated Area of Interest:	School of Health & Community Studies
Associated College Program:	Massage Therapy

Who should take this course?

Students prepared to complete learning by:

X	submitting multiple written assignments
X	using research and essay writing strategies
X	delivering presentations
X	participating in group-based activities
	completing hands-on learning
	learning in a fast-paced environment
X	completing online work
	performing highly-specialized tasks
	using industry software tools

 

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