The Level 3 course in Sports Massage aims to provide you with the skills and knowledge to apply sports massage techniques to health clients with no diagnosed medical conditions or acute injuries.
DurationThe Level 3 course in Sports Massage aims to provide you with the skills and knowledge to apply sports massage techniques to health clients with no diagnosed medical conditions or acute injuries.
On the Level 3 Sports Massage course you will learn…
To understand the anatomy and physiology necessary to apply sports massage.
To be able to carry out a range of assessments.
To be able to collect information relating to the client’s current condition and status (including the identification of conditions that would be inappropriate for treatment by someone at this level of qualification).
To be able to distinguish between acute injury and soft tissue dysfunction.
To be able to recognise when to defer treatment or when to refer to a more qualified massage or healthcare professional.
To be able to select appropriate massage techniques for a range of clients.
To be able to apply sports massage techniques safely and effectively, understanding potential effects.
Entry Requirements
There are no qualifications required to gain entry to this course.
There is an element of communication involved (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) and learners should have basic skills in communication at a minimum.
Performing sports massage is a physical activity and learners will need to be fit enough to carry this out.
All applicants for level 3 must be over 18 years old.
Assessment
Learners will be assessed by:
A multiple-choice examination.
A portfolio of evidence including an assignment.
Practical demonstrations and assessments.
Logbook submission of practical hours (45 hours).
Accreditation
This Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy is a nationally recognised and accredited qualification.
The Complementary and Natural Care Council (CNHC) and the General Council for Massage Therapies (GCMT) also recognise the qualification.
Who is this course suitable for?
This qualification is suitable for those who wish to pursue or further a career in sports massage, providing sports massage therapy to a wide range of clients.
Clients can include sports performers, athletes, and individuals suffering from day-to-day problems such as repetitive strain injury, sprains, tension, and fatigue.
Progression
The qualification will enable learners to work as Sports Massage Therapists in various organisations.
The organisations can include rehabilitation clinics, wellness clinics, spas, coaching facilities, fitness facilities, and other sporting organisations.
Upon completing this Diploma, learners can progress onto the Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy (QCF).
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