Overview

The aim of the Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be able to provide sports massage therapy to a range of clients who have dysfunctional tissue, without acute/post-acute injuries or underlying pathological conditions.

Qualification Content

This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a sports massage therapist, Learners must complete the five mandatory units (37 credits).

Benefits

Throughout this qualification you will develop your knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and be able to understand and put into practice the following

 Assess clients and construct a sports massage treatment plan
 Understand the principles of soft tissue dysfunction.
 Understand how to determine the appropriate techniques for specific clients.
 Apply a range of sports massage techniques and understand their effects on the body.

Applicable to

This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years or over, who wish to pursue a career in sports massage, the qualification also provides progression on to

 Active IQ Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy
 Routes into fitness instructing