Sports Massage Therapy Diploma Level 3

This course is an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience and knowledge in an ever-growing field. It’s an ideal choice for those wishing to pursue a career within a massage discipline, to set up their own business or further their own development. This qualification provides the skills needed to work effectively and efficiently within the field of sports massage. Through practical and theory lessons you will develop your skills and ability to work safely and effectively on soft tissue dysfunction. You will be required to develop your knowledge of anatomy and physiology, an understanding of the principles of health and fitness, professional practice and sports massage treatments.

You will cover five mandatory units:

• Anatomy and physiology for Sports Massage

• Principles of health and fitness

• Understand the principles of soft tissue dysfunction

• Professional practice in sports massage

• Sports massage treatments

Students will also have the opportunity to gain knowledge of taping and strapping, as well as First Aid training.

To complete this course, students will be assessed through the following:

• Completion of workbooks

• Variety of practical and knowledge based observations

• External multiple choice on anatomy and physiology.

At Least 4-5 GCSEs Graded 9-4, including English Or Maths. It Is advisable to have a strong scientific interest and an Interest In a variety of sports.