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Aug 06, 2026
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2026-2027 Yavapai College Catalog
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IHM 235 - Practicum: Spa/Hydrotherapy
Description: Practicum consisting of hands-on experience with emphasis on spa treatments and hydrotherapy under supervision.
Credits: 1
Lecture: 0
Lab: 3
Course Content:
1. Clinic orientation, policies, and safety for spa/hydrotherapy
2. Supervised spa treatment sessions
3. Supervised hydrotherapy sessions
4. Body mechanics, therapist self-care, and treatment-room setup
5. Draping, hygiene, sanitation, and client safety
6. Client documentation and record-keeping systems
7. Professional communication in the spa/hydrotherapy environment
8. Ethics, legal responsibilities, and liability in spa practice
9. Reflective practice and professional growth
Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate the skills for spa treatments and hydrotherapy. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9)
- Demonstrate appropriate massage preparation for a client. (1, 4, 5)
- Apply a record keeping system for clients. (6)
- Communicate professionally with clients and co-workers. (1, 6, 7, 8, 9)
- Identify ethical, legal and liability issues. (8, 9)
Required Assessment:
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