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Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Huddersfield

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Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies lists a fee of £2,225 if you're not eligible. Contact The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Huddersfield. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Huddersfield, daytime, with flexible study to fit around your schedule. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. Entry is by skills test and interview. The course covers 60 hours of training based on national occupational standards for massage. You'll develop the practical and underpinning knowledge needed to work as a sports massage therapist. This is a VTCT Level 3 sports massage therapy qualification.

Who this course is for

This qualification has been specifically designed for the 16-19 and 19 plus age group and is based on the national occupational standards for massage, namely CNH1, CNH7 and CNH20.

Entry requirements

Entry onto this qualification is subject to a successful skills test and interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the anatomy and physiology relevant to sports massage therapy.
  • You'll develop pre-event, inter-event, and post-event massage techniques.
  • You'll practise soft tissue assessment and treatment planning.
  • You'll understand contraindications and when to refer clients to other professionals.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and maintain accurate treatment records.
  • You'll apply health, safety, and hygiene standards in a therapy setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre, combining practical hands-on massage training with underpinning knowledge work. Assessment for the VTCT Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy includes practical assessments observed by your assessor, written or oral knowledge assessments, and a portfolio of evidence. Entry onto the course requires a skills test and interview before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Huddersfield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports massage therapist. Work with athletes and active clients on soft tissue treatment.
  • Holistic therapist. Offer a range of complementary therapies in a salon or clinic.
  • Massage therapist. Provide therapeutic massage in spas, gyms, or private practice.
  • Beauty therapist. Combine massage with other body and beauty treatments.
  • Gym or leisure centre therapist. Support members with recovery and injury prevention.
  • Self-employed massage practitioner. Build your own client base and set your own hours.

What you could study next

After completing your sports massage therapy qualification, you could progress to a Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage or a Level 4 Diploma in Sports and Remedial Massage, which opens doors to more advanced clinical and rehabilitation work. You might also consider a Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Holistic Therapies to broaden the treatments you can offer. Some therapists go on to study physiotherapy or sports rehabilitation at degree level.

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