Level 3 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy

Introduction

The Level 3 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy has been designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills to work in an unsupervised capacity as a sports massage practitioner, with non-pathological (non-injured) tissue.

What Will I Learn

You will develop your knowledge and understanding of the theory underpinning the practice of sports massage therapy, including functional anatomy and physiology, nutrition, classification of sports injuries and the stages of healing.

Example Modules

• Functional Anatomy
• Physiology and Nutrition for Sports Therapies
• Applying Sports Massage Methods to Non-Pathological Tissue

How Will I Be Assessed?

You will be continually assessed in the form of written assignments, tests and case studies. Practical assessments will be carried out on clients.

Entry Requirements

You will already hold a Level 2 qualification or higher in any health and/or fitness discipline (e.g. Exercise to Music, Gym Instruction, Aqua), or an equivalent level of qualification that includes a reasonable amount of Anatomy and Physiology.

Additional Information

The start date for this course will be 11 September and the start time will be 6pm | You will also need to purchase the following: Uniform tunic - approximately £25.00, Text books - approximately - £35.00. You are required to carry out commercial work ex

Progression

You could progress onto a further College course in massage or therapy work.

Career Opportunities

Working as a sports massage practitioner.

Qualification type: Level 3 Mode of study: Part-Time Courses Start date: September Duration (weeks): 34 Hours per week: 6 Days of the week: Tuesday Course code: CCTSPMAS3