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Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Winchester

Cost£1,113.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Winchester. Evening sports massage therapy classes run at Peter Symonds College Stoney Lane Campus, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. The course runs over 36 weeks, part-time. You'll develop the knowledge and technical skills needed to work as a sports massage therapist, either employed or self-employed. An Advanced Learner Loan may be available to help with fees, with instalment plans also offered. This is a VTCT level 3 sports massage therapy qualification.

Who this course is for

The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy (QCF) is a technical level qualification aimed at those wishing to develop the knowledge, understanding and technical skills needed for a career as a Sports Massage Therapist, either employed or self-employed.

Entry requirements

Candidates should be over 16 years old. No formal pre-requisite qualification required, but ideally candidates should have a level of general education comparable to GCSE's at pass grade or above, or have related qualifications at Level 2.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the anatomy and physiology relevant to sports massage therapy.
  • You'll develop hands-on massage techniques used in pre- and post-event treatment.
  • You'll understand how to assess clients and identify soft tissue conditions.
  • You'll learn how to plan and adapt treatment programmes for individual clients.
  • You'll study the effects of exercise on the body and how massage supports recovery.
  • You'll learn professional and ethical practice, including client consultation and record-keeping.
  • You'll develop the skills to work safely and effectively in a sports or wellness setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining theory and practical work. Assessment includes practical observations of your massage technique, written assignments, and client case studies. You'll be assessed on your ability to consult with clients, carry out treatments, and evaluate outcomes. Assessment is set against the VTCT Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy specification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Peter Symonds College Stoney Lane Campus 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 connective tissue injuries in a clinical setting.
  • Massage therapist. Offer a range of massage treatments in a salon or spa.
  • Holistic therapist. Combine sports massage with other complementary therapies.
  • Fitness centre therapist. Support members' recovery and injury prevention on-site.
  • Self-employed therapist. Build a mobile or clinic-based practice of your own.

What you could study next

You could progress to a Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage, which deepens clinical knowledge and is recognised by professional bodies such as the Sports Massage Association. A Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Remedial or Clinical Massage opens routes into more advanced soft tissue therapy work. Some therapists go on to study physiotherapy or osteopathy at degree level, building on the anatomy and assessment skills gained here.

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