Upon successful completion, this qualification allows the student to practice as a professional sports and remedial massage therapist, and gain the necessary insurance. A number of associations under the BCMA accept the qualification.

Course Content:

Sports massage techniques, including:

• Deep tissue massage
• Soft tissue release
• Muscle energy technique
• Neuromuscular technique
• Connective tissue massage

Injury prevention and rehabilitation, including:

• Acute, post-acute injury
• Injury rehabilitation
• Common injuries and causes
• Remedial exercise

Sport and exercise physiology, including:

• Neuromuscular system
• Cardio respiratory system
• Joint assessment
• Nutrition
• Training
• Professional ethics & Health & Safety

Assessment: Case studies, assignments, a presentation and a final exam are required to complete this course.

Next course commencing: TBC

Attendance dates: TBC

Entrance requirements: An appropriate qualification in Anatomy, Physiology and Body Massage at Level 3.

Tutor: Chris Phillips

For further information please email the Academy, call us on 01285 885122 or download and fill in the enrolment form.