Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Certificate Course in Redruth

Cost£1,417.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start18 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Certificate Course in Redruth. Classes run at Cornwall College Camborne, part-time during the day, over one year.

You'll build a strong foundation in anatomy and physiology. The course covers soft tissue techniques, client assessment, and treatment planning. You'll practise on real clients in therapy rooms and build a portfolio of your work. No formal prior qualifications are required, though a good standard of English and the ability to self-study are expected.

You'll finish with a VTCT Technical Specialist Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy at Level 3.

Who this course is for

Pick this course if you want the skills and confidence to deliver professional sports massage treatments in clinics or sporting environments. You will develop strong anatomy knowledge build a portfolio and gain real client experience in therapy rooms.

Entry requirements

There are no formal prerequisite qualifications that you must have prior to undertaking this qualification. However, a good standard of English and the ability and motivation to self-study as this is a fast track course that requires the student to study to a high standard.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the anatomy and physiology relevant to sports massage therapy.
  • You'll develop soft tissue massage techniques used in clinical and sporting settings.
  • You'll carry out client consultations and health screening.
  • You'll plan and adapt treatments to suit individual clients.
  • You'll practise hands-on treatments in a therapy room environment.
  • You'll build a professional portfolio of client work.
  • You'll understand contraindications and safe practice in massage therapy.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based with practical hands-on sessions in therapy rooms. You'll be assessed through practical observations, written assignments, and a portfolio of client treatments. The course is fast-track in pace, so you'll also need to complete self-study outside of class time.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall College Camborne will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports Massage Therapist, works with athletes and active clients in clinics or sports clubs.
  • Massage Therapist, delivers treatments in health and wellness settings.
  • Soft Tissue Therapist, specialises in injury prevention and recovery.
  • Fitness Centre Therapist, provides massage services within a gym or leisure facility.
  • Self-employed Massage Practitioner, runs a mobile or clinic-based practice.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy qualification, for those wanting to work with complex injuries and progress toward clinical practice.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Certificate, a natural companion qualification for working in fitness and sport.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Therapy or Rehabilitation, for those considering a higher education route into sports medicine or physiotherapy support roles.

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