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Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy Course at Wakefield College

Cost£811.00
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyACTIVEIQ awarding body
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About this course

Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Wakefield. Evening classes run at Wakefield College, part-time over 10 weeks. This level 4 sports massage therapy qualification builds on Level 3 skills, taking you into more complex territory. You'll work with clients who have recent non-acute injuries and pre-existing conditions. Techniques covered include soft tissue release, connective tissue work, and corrective friction. To join, you'll need a Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy or equivalent. Evening sports massage therapy classes mean you can fit study around your existing commitments. VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy with certificate.

Who this course is for

The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy course will prepare you specifically for working in the sports massage dealing with injured clients.

This qualification will give you the opportunity to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding to work with clients who have had recent non-acute injuries and preexisting conditions.

You will develop your massage techniques gained at Level 3 further; in areas such as soft tissue release, connective tissue, corrective frictions, trigger points and muscle energy techniques. You will also gain a deeper knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology that will aid your development as a massage practitioner.

You will learn through practical and theory sessions in College. Self-directed study, learning and practice outside College will help you develop your knowledge and skills further.

Entry requirements

You must have completed the Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy or equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced massage techniques beyond Level 3 foundations.
  • You'll apply soft tissue release methods to injured clients.
  • You'll work with connective tissue and corrective friction techniques.
  • You'll assess and treat clients with recent non-acute injuries.
  • You'll adapt treatment plans for clients with pre-existing conditions.
  • You'll build the clinical knowledge needed to work safely in a sports massage setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom at Wakefield College. Teaching covers both the technical skills and the underpinning knowledge for each treatment area. Assessment is through practical observation and written or oral knowledge checks, in line with VTCT requirements for this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wakefield College 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 injury recovery.
  • Soft tissue therapist. Specialist role in clinics or private practice.
  • Massage therapist. Broader client base in wellness and sports settings.
  • Holistic therapist. Combine sports massage with other therapy disciplines.
  • Fitness centre therapist. In-house role at gyms or leisure facilities.
  • Self-employed sports massage practitioner. Build your own client base.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Diploma in Sports and Remedial Massage. Deepens clinical knowledge and prepares you for more complex musculoskeletal work.
  • Anatomy and physiology qualifications at Level 4 or above. Useful if you want to strengthen your clinical grounding.
  • First aid qualifications. Often expected by employers and clients in sports and therapy settings.
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