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Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Preston

Cost£2,225.00
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Preston. Classes run at Green Labyrinth Fitness and Wellbeing Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks, giving you time to build knowledge and practical skills alongside other commitments. You'll develop the technical skills needed to work as a sports massage therapist, either employed or self-employed. The course covers the national occupational standards for massage, including soft tissue techniques, client assessment, and treatment planning. This VTCT level 3 sports massage therapy qualification is recognised by employers across fitness, sport, and wellbeing.

Who this course is for

The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy is a technical level qualification aimed at developing the knowledge, understanding and technical skills needed for a career as a Sports Massage Therapist, either employed or self employed. This qualification has been specifically designed for the 16-19 and 19 plus age group and is based on the the national occupational standards for massage, namely CNH1, CNH7 and CNH20.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to assess clients and identify soft tissue conditions
  • You'll develop hands-on sports massage techniques for pre- and post-event treatment
  • You'll understand anatomy and physiology as it applies to sports massage therapy
  • You'll learn how to plan and adapt treatments to individual client needs
  • You'll study the effects of massage on the musculoskeletal and circulatory systems
  • You'll learn how to maintain professional and safe practice in a therapy setting
  • You'll understand the principles behind the national occupational standards for massage

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, combining theory sessions with practical hands-on practice. You'll be assessed through written assignments, practical observations, and case studies. Assessment covers your knowledge of anatomy and physiology, your ability to carry out sports massage treatments, and your professional practice skills. The VTCT Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy is assessed against national occupational standards for massage.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Green Labyrinth Fitness and Wellbeing Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports massage therapist. Work with athletes and active clients in clinics or gyms
  • Soft tissue therapist. Treat muscle and injury complaints in a clinical setting
  • Fitness centre therapist. Provide massage services within a gym or leisure facility
  • Self-employed massage therapist. Build your own client base and set your own hours
  • Holistic therapist. Combine sports massage with other complementary therapies
  • Spa therapist. Offer sports and relaxation massage in a spa environment

What you could study next

After completing this Level 3 Diploma, you could progress to a Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy to develop more advanced clinical skills. Some therapists go on to study a Level 5 Diploma in Sports and Remedial Massage, which opens doors to working with professional sports teams and in rehabilitation settings. You could also explore complementary qualifications in anatomy, physiology, or personal training to broaden your practice.

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