STUDY PROGRAMS: MEDICAL MASSAGE

STUDIES ONLY ON A TUITION-FEE BASIS 

Qualification: Masseur
Code of the study program: 41722
Length of studies: 2 years, 120 ECTS
Level of Education: short cycle professional higher education
Studies take place: Jūrmala (Vidus prospekts 38, Bulduri), Rēzekne (N. Rancāna iela 23A, Rēzekne)
Mode of studies: full time attendance
Previous education: secondary education
Head of study program: MEd Inguta Grinberga

​A masseur is a healthcare professional who practices treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation. By applying various massage techniques, the masseur promotes the improvement of the patient’s or client’s health and functional condition, as well as enhances health‑related quality of life and well‑being. 

MAIN PROFESSIONAL TASKS OF A MASSEUR 

A masseur evaluates the patient’s or client’s health condition, is aware of contraindications, and informs about the effects of massage on the body. In cases where contraindications exist, the masseur explains them clearly to the patient. He or she analyzes the doctor’s referral and the patient’s or client’s health condition and can apply the appropriate massage technique for the specific body area. 

The masseur performs massage procedures using techniques and auxiliary methods in the correct direction, sequence, and intensity. During the procedure, the patient’s wellbeing is observed, necessary data regarding the patient and the results of the massage are documented, and guidance is provided on maintaining health after massage sessions. 

A masseur can work within a multidisciplinary team, cooperating with other healthcare specialists. In addition, the masseur educates patients, clients, and their relatives about possible massage techniques for prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. 

To prepare qualified first‑level professional higher education masseurs, ensuring the acquisition of both theoretical and practical knowledge and skills, while at the same time developing responsible and competitive specialists who meet the requirements of the European labor market. 

The study program is implemented through various study forms and teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, individual and group practical work, as well as the analysis of practical problems and situations. 

Learning practices take place both in the college’s pre‑clinical classrooms and in healthcare institutions, where lecturers work with student groups of 8-10 participants. During these practices, students acquire and strengthen their knowledge and skills under the guidance of lecturers. 

General Psychology and Communication, Social Dialogue, Research Methods, Introduction to the Specialty, Fundamentals of Professional Ethics and Pedagogy, Basics of Commercial Activity, Fundamentals of Record Management and Legal Aspects of Professional Practice, Project Preparation, Management and Implementation, Information Technologies and Statistical Data Processing, Anatomy/Biophysics, Professional English Language, Hygiene, Microbiology and Environmental Medicine, Civil Protection, Latin Terminology, Topographic Anatomy, Physiology/General Pathology and Pathophysiology, Basics of Pharmacology, Patient Examination and Assessment, Emergency Medical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Traumatology and Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Classical Massage I, Classical Massage II, Massage for Various Pathologies, Reflex Foot Massage, Medical Rehabilitation and Basics of Physiotherapy, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Sports Medicine Massage, Pediatric Massage, Physical Medicine, Segmental Massage, Massage in Esthetic Medicine, Special Massage Techniques, Elective Study Courses, Practice (Classical Massage), Qualification Practice, Qualification Thesis.