The purpose of the Active IQ Level 3 Technical Specialist in Sports Massage Therapy (Diploma) is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to provide sports massage treatments to clients.
This Level 3 Sports Massage course provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of anatomy and physiology, sports massage techniques, soft tissue dysfunction, and professional practice. As a vocational qualification, it enables learners to gain insurance, join professional bodies, and pursue employment as a Sports Massage Therapist. Learners will develop the knowledge and practical skills to assess clients, identify appropriate treatment techniques, create tailored treatment plans, deliver effective sports massage treatments, evaluate outcomes, and provide suitable aftercare, while meeting the legal and professional standards required in practice.
The Active IQ Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy qualification is an industry-recognised vocational qualification aligned to CIMSPA Professional Standards, supporting professional recognition, insurance eligibility, and employment opportunities within the sport and physical activity sector.
Anatomy and physiology for sports massage therapy, Professional practice in sports massage therapy, Understand the principles of soft tissue dysfunction, injury and repair Client consultation, assessment and treatment planning for sports massage therapy, Sports massage therapy treatment, aftercare, and remedial exercise.
You will be assessed on this course through a combination of examinations, case studies and practical assessments.
Some courses are free for eligible learners, this is shown in the course details. You may be eligible for a free course if you are:
Many of our adult learners pay for their Level 3 and above courses with an Advanced Learner Loan. If a loan is available this is indicated in the course details. It’s easy to apply, your household income isn’t taken into account and there are no credit checks. You only need to start paying back your Advanced Learner Loan when you are earning more than £25,000 per year.
Course Fee: £2,225.00
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