Level 5 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Chesterfield
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Fees apply if you're not eligible. Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies for more info.
Level 5 Sports Massage Therapy Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. Funding options are discussed at interview. Over 60 hours of daytime study, you'll develop the practical and theoretical skills to deliver sports massage therapy treatments to clients. The course covers anatomy, physiology, and hands-on treatment techniques at Level 5. You must be 18 or over to enrol. Entry requirements are discussed at interview.
Who this course is for
The main aim of the Level 5 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy is to enable Learners to gain the necessary practical and theoretical skills to provide Sports Massage Therapy treatments to the public and to gain employment in the Sports Industry. This qualification is suitable for Learners aged 18 and over and is designed to provide occupational competence at Level 5. It also provides a sound platform into further training at Level 5 and above
Entry requirements
To be discussed at interview
What you will learn
You'll develop practical sports massage therapy techniques for treating clients.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to sports and exercise.
You'll learn how to assess clients and plan appropriate treatment programmes.
You'll understand the effects of massage on the musculoskeletal system.
You'll practise safe and professional working methods in a treatment setting.
You'll build the theoretical knowledge to support your hands-on practice.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining practical demonstrations, hands-on practice, and theoretical study. Assessment is carried out through a combination of practical observations and written or knowledge-based assessments. The centre will confirm the full assessment breakdown at interview.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield 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.
Massage therapist. Provide a range of massage treatments in a salon or spa.
Holistic therapist. Combine massage with other complementary therapies.
Beauty therapist. Offer massage as part of a broader treatment menu.
Fitness centre therapist. Support recovery and performance in a gym setting.
Self-employed massage practitioner. Run your own mobile or clinic-based practice.
What you could study next
A Level 5 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy or a higher-level sports therapy qualification would deepen your clinical skills and broaden the range of clients you can treat.
A Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Personal Training or Exercise Science pairs well with sports massage and widens your career options in the fitness industry.
A degree in Sports Therapy or Physiotherapy is the route for those aiming toward a regulated clinical career.
