POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
The following are policies to which you agree to abide by when you book a session at
James Rumsey Technical Institutes Massage Therapy Program.
Basic Clinic Policies:
Please observe good personal hygiene practices and arrive to your appointment as fresh as
possible. There are no shower facilities.
Do not wear scents such as perfume or cologne as these can be irritating to fellow clients and/or
to students.
Abstain from using drugs or alcohol prior to your session as these are contraindicated for
massage (massage should NOT be performed).
Please turn off all cellphones and personal electronic devices. Do not keep your cell phone with
you during the massage even if the ringer is turned off. No personal phone use within Berkeley
County school buildings, must step outside to utilize.
Students are legally unable to accept tips from clients. Please refrain from tipping.
Clients are responsible for all personal belongings; JRTI assumes no liability for missing items.
Student massage sessions are intended to enhance and support classroom learning for our
students. While we may be able to accommodate special technique or specific student requests,
we cannot guarantee that such requests will be granted. However, please let the student know if
you need more or less pressure, if you are hot or cold, if you need to use the rest room or have
any other needs and we will try to accommodate them as best as possible.
The students will adding modalities throughout the year please ask each student therapist what
they are able to offer the client on that visit.
Please fill out the intake form thoroughly upon arriving as some medical conditions may be
exacerbated by massage therapy. If your student practitioner is unaware of a preexisting
condition that may be contraindicated for massage, they cannot adjust their session to reduce the
risk to your health. Please note, we observe strict confidentiality of all client health information.