Sports Massage Courses
Diploma in Sports Massage
Awarding Bodies VTCT (Level 3) & First Aid International
Course Syllabus
To train students in the techniques of Sports Massage in a variety of environments. The course covers:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Professional Standards & Legal Requirements for Clinical Practice
- Client Consultation
- Contra-indications (conditions unsuitable for treatment)
- Postural analysis
- Recognising posture deformities
- Joint & muscle function in physical activity
- Basic body massage methods and applications
- Sports Massage Methods and Applications
- Pre, during & Post Event Massage
- Remedial therapy for conditions of foot, ankle, knee, leg, torso, neck, hand, elbow & shoulder
- Sports massage for musculo-skeletal injuries
- Cryotherapy (ice treatment) / Thermal Therapy (heat treatment)
- Stretching, strengthening, mobility & co-ordination
- Assessment and Treatment of Sports Injuries & Conditions
- How to approach treatments / protocols / treatment reviews
- Supervised consultations with real patients and treatment sessions using the facilities of our fully equipped working clinic
- First Aid
Who should take this course?
Anyone looking for an entry level course that will enable them to provide a safe and effective sports massage to professional standards both in the field and in a clinical environment.
Successful candidates can become a Level 3 member of the Sports Massage Association and will be able to obtain liability insurance enabling them to work as a Sports Massage Therapist.
Entry Requirements:
None.
Qualifications gained on completion:
Sports Massage Diploma (Level 3)
Anatomy & Physiology Diploma (Level 3)
Health, Safety, Security & Employment Standards Diploma (Level 3)
Emergency First Aid Certificate
If you already are qualified in any of the above qualifications, please contact us to apply for exemptions.
Course Structure:
Interactive online study, 2 home study modules and text book and tutorial support, followed by 5 full days of practical workshops at our well equipped teaching rooms and professional sports clinic. Written, oral and practical assessments are carried out on an ongoing basis during the course allowing tutors to provide you with continual feedback.
How long will it take?
The recommended learning hours for this course is 490 hours.
| Number of hours per week | Time to complete |
| 10 | 12 months |
| 20 | 6 months |
| 40 | 3 month |
Following the practical workshops students are required to complete 40 hours of sports massage client case studies. Our tutors review your case studies and provide feedback enabling you to discuss your progress, raise any questions and gain invaluable clinical advice.
Price:
£1,475
This price includes all VTCT and FAI registrations, diploma / certificate and assessment fees, online study, all home study text books and modules, tutor support throughout, practical workshops, assessments and review of case studies. There are no additional hidden charges.
To enquire about this course please email us via our contact page or call on 01225 852391.
Practical Workshop Dates 2010:
Week day (Monday to Friday)
19 April 2010 to 23 April 2010
10 May 2010 to 14 May 2010
24 May to 28 May 2010
7 June 2010 to 11 June 2010
21 June 2010 to 25 June 2010
Weekend (over 2 weekends Saturday and Sunday)
17 & 18 April 2010 / 29 & 30 May 2010
21 & 22 August 2010 / 18 & 19 September 2010
Advanced Diploma in Sports Massage
Awarding Body VTCT (Level 4)
Course Syllabus:
A range of advanced skills and massage techniques to prevent and manage injury in sport and active leisure. The course covers:
- Advanced anatomical, physiological and pathological principles
- Advanced palpation skills
- Advanced postural analysis
- Advanced range of movement analysis
- Physiological, neurological and psychological effects of massage methods
- Clinical and ethical procedures
- Massage strategies
- Contraindications and allergic reactions
- Critical evaluation of massage strategies and methods for impact on future treatments
- Practical anatomy and physiology for sports massage
- Applying massage methods to prevent and manage injury
- Assessing range of movement of spine
- Measuring joint range of movement of upper and lower limbs
- Analysing symmetry of posture
- Subjective and objective assessments of clients
- Advanced massage techniques
- Injury management and prevention
- Dealing with clients in a professional and competent manner
- Using feedback from clients to provide advice for future treatments
Who should take this course?
Competent practitioners looking to further their understanding of advanced anatomical, physiological and pathological principles relevant to the application of sports massage and who are looking to learn advanced palpation and massage techniques to prevent and manage sports injuries.
Successful candidates can become a Level 4 member of the Sports Massage Association (‘SMA’). The SMA is seeking approval for recognition from the Olympic committee which would allow successful candidates to work with Olympic athletes before and during the Olympics. This qualification is also recognised as an approved qualification for CPD by the Sports Massage Association.
Entry Requirements:
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy or alternatively VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology with either the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Swedish Massage or the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Body Massage. Candidates must also hold an HSE recognised Emergency First Aid Certificate.
If you do not hold one of the qualifications listed above or its equivalent, we can provide training in order for you to progress to this advanced course.
Entry level students may study for the Level 3 Sports Massage Diploma and carry straight on to the Level 4 Advanced Diploma training course. Students booking both courses at the same time will receive a 5% discount off both courses.
Qualifications gained on completion:
Sports Massage Therapy Certificate (Level 4)
Course Structure:
Home study modules with text books and tutorial support, followed by 6 full days of practical workshops at our well equipped teaching rooms and professional sports clinic. Written, oral and practical assessments are carried out on an ongoing basis during the course allowing tutors to provide you with continual feedback.
How long will it take?
The recommended learning hours for this course is 120 hours.
| Number of hours per week | Time to complete |
| 10 | 4 months |
| 20 | 3 months |
| 40 | 2 months |
Following the practical workshops students are required to complete 50 hours of sports massage client case studies in a working sports environment. Our tutors review your case studies and provide feedback enabling you to discuss your progress, raise any questions and gain invaluable clinical advice.
Price:
£1,500
This includes all VTCT registration, diploma and assessment fees, all home study text books and modules, tutor support throughout, practical workshops, assessments and review of case studies. There are no additional hidden charges.
To enquire about this course please email us via our contact page or call on 01225 852391.
Practical Workshop Dates:
To be confirmed.