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Part Time Sports Massage Diploma
Vocational qualification
Inhouse
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Methodology
Inhouse
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Duration
32 Weeks
This part time evening course leads to a professional qualification in Sports Massage. It covers the application of sports massage in all environments, and includes how muscular-skeletal injuries can be prevented and treated. A wide range of advanced massage techniques are taught as well as the use of electrical and mechanical machines and thermal treatments.
About this course
Swedish Massage and Anatomy and Physiology Level 3 or equivalent + a qualification in first aid, (this may be obtained during parallel study).
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Subjects
- Sports Massage
- Part Time
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- Massage
Course programme
Vocational Training Charitable Trust
Course Content
This part time evening course leads to a professional qualification in Sports Massage. It covers the application of sports massage in all environments, and includes how muscular-skeletal injuries can be prevented and treated. A wide range of advanced massage techniques are taught as well as the use of electrical and mechanical machines and thermal treatments.
Course Features
Experience of working at sporting events and in a professional therapy salon is a major feature of the course.
A part time evening course that allows you to continue in employment until you are qualified.
A wide range of advanced massage techniques and machines are taught for effective management and treatment of all common joint and muscle injuries and for posture correction.
A review of muscle and skeletal anatomy is carried out with greater emphasis on the role of these systems in a sporting environment.
Career Prospects and Progression
Employment can be gained through Cruise Liners, Health Farms/Spas, Health and Fitness Clubs and Self Employment. Professional Sports clubs also employ Sports Massage therapists. Further training in Holistic Therapies.
Modules
Provide Sports Therapy Massage Joint Muscle Function in Physical Activity Muscular-skeletal injuries and conditions Health and Safety Employment Standards
Method of Assessment
Practical assessments whilst working on clients, a portfolio of evidence and written assignments and case studies.
Course Length
32 weeks - one evening a week for three terms
Time of Delivery
Evening
Campus
Graig Campus
Bilingual Provision
Students can use Welsh with their tutor
Entry Requirements
Swedish Massage and Anatomy and Physiology Level 3 or equivalent + a qualification in first aid, (this may be obtained during parallel study).
Full-time or Part-time
Part Time
Part Time Sports Massage Diploma