This course
has been designed for practitioners currently working in sport and active
leisure, including osteopaths, physiotherapists, sports therapists and massage
therapists. The purpose of this specialist qualification is to enrich
practitioners' understanding of advanced anatomical, physiological and
pathological principles relevant to the application of sports massage. It will
provide learners with advanced palpation skills and those needed to analyse
posture and range of movement.
It will also
provide practitioners with a range of advanced skills and massage techniques to
prevent and manage injury in sport and active leisure. Practitioners will learn
to critically evaluate massage strategies and methods to inform on future
treatments.
The ITEC Level
4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy is comprised of two mandatory units. The
learner will study the theory and practice of advanced sports massage therapy to
include the two mandatory units. The underpinning knowledge and skills required
to successfully perform these treatments is also required. The units are
practical anatomy and physiology for sports massage which is assessed by a
multiple choice question paper, an assignment and five case studies and applying
massage methods to prevent and manage injury, which is assessed by evidence of
100 hours of practical treatment, a written exam and a practical
exam.
Learners will
benefit from -
·
Fully equipped, modern facilities, which
cater for all students' practical needs, including a steady supply of clients
for student case studies and work experience
·
The opportunity to have work experience
with professional teams and athletes in professional
environments
·
All staff are fully experienced,
enthusiastic and have a high level of industry knowledge
·
Opportunities to develop transferable
skills: reception skills, communication skills, consultation
skills
·
Links with Bridgwater Cricket
Club
This course
has been designed for practitioners currently working in sport and active
leisure, including osteopaths, physiotherapists, sports therapists and massage
therapists. The purpose of this specialist qualification is to enrich
practitioners' understanding of advanced anatomical, physiological and
pathological principles relevant to the application of sports massage. It will
provide learners with advanced palpation skills and those needed to analyse
posture and range of movement.
It will also
provide practitioners with a range of advanced skills and massage techniques to
prevent and manage injury in sport and active leisure. Practitioners will learn
to critically evaluate massage strategies and methods to inform on future
treatments.
The ITEC Level
4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy is comprised of two mandatory units. The
learner will study the theory and practice of advanced sports massage therapy to
include the two mandatory units. The underpinning knowledge and skills required
to successfully perform these treatments is also required. The units are
practical anatomy and physiology for sports massage which is assessed by a
multiple choice question paper, an assignment and five case studies and applying
massage methods to prevent and manage injury, which is assessed by evidence of
100 hours of practical treatment, a written exam and a practical
exam.
Learners will
benefit from -
·
Fully equipped, modern facilities, which
cater for all students' practical needs, including a steady supply of clients
for student case studies and work experience
·
The opportunity to have work experience
with professional teams and athletes in professional
environments
·
All staff are fully experienced,
enthusiastic and have a high level of industry knowledge
·
Opportunities to develop transferable
skills: reception skills, communication skills, consultation
skills
·
Links with Bridgwater Cricket
Club
This course is assessed by a multiple choice exam, a practical assessment, case studies and a written exam.
Once candidates have achieved the ITEC Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy they may progress on to other ITEC or equivalent qualifications at Level 4 or 5, for example:
This certificate enables Graduates to conduct Level 4 sports massage therapy in sports and active leisure industry - gym, health clubs, sporting facilities or spas.
Sports Massage Certificate Level 3 or equivalent.
The course fee is £811.00* per year of study.
For more information regarding course fees, please read our 'Fees and Funding' page.
*Fees are subject to review annually. The fees for existing students may be increased annually in line with the Retail Price Index.