Sports Massage Therapy - Level 3 Diploma

This course covers the knowledge and skills you need to work effectively as a sports massage therapist, including:

• anatomy and physiology
• professional practice
• an understanding of the principles of health and fitness
• how to provide sports massage treatments.

You will learn how to work effectively on dysfunctional tissue in a range of contexts, including pre-event, post event, intra-event, and for maintenance purposes.

• You must have a keen interest in sports massage, as well as a good level of English.
• You may need to pay for a kit and uniform.

You will be assessed on the practical work that you do, as well as through observations, online tests, assignments and oral questioning. You will also complete an ePortfolio.

Following the course, you can progress to the Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy or move directly into employment and obtain insurance to work as a sports massage therapist.