2 Day Introduction to Sports Massage Course
progressing to ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage

During the full 12 day Level 3 ITEC Sports Massage Diploma course we will complete the study of the fundamental principles of sports massage therapy including anatomy, physiology, contraindications, health and safety, professionalism and ethics, exercise training, injury prevention and management, diseases and disorders, thermal therapy and cryotherapy and practice the most commonly used sports massage techniques.

We will look at strategies for treating soft tissue injuries and postural conditions.

We aim to develop awareness of body tissues, anatomical structures, soft tissue healing mechanisms and aftercare advice.

The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage has a pre-requisite of the ITEC Level 3 Holistic Massage Diploma.  It is then comprised of ITEC Unit 27 Sports Massage. There are 3 elements - theory, practical and case studies.  The main aim of the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage is to enable candidates to provide treatments for sports injuries and help improve athlete’s performance through pre and post event massage.

Case studies will be completed and students will undertake externally assessed theory and practical exams.

Opportunities for progression
Once candidates have achieved the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports massage they may progress on to other ITEC or equivalent awards at level 3, for example:

Spa Treatments
Aromatherapy Massage
Reflexology
On Site Massage

This award qualifies graduates to operate their own clinic or home visiting practice. Graduates can also gain employment in Health Club, Health Farms, Spas and Liners.

Tutor: Keith Ward who holds a Biomedical Science degree in Rehabilitation Studies and is qualified in Sports Therapy, Naturopathy and Acupuncture. He has a private practice based in Brownhills [www.bodyworks-therapy.co.uk], and has been lecturing for various colleges and universities in the Midlands for over 13 years, and in 2004, published “Hands-On Sports Therapy” [Thomson Learning], which has been described as “the most comprehensive sports therapy text”.  Keith is a member of the Society of Sports Therapists [MSST], Federation of Holistic Therapists [FHT] and the Council of Health, Fitness and Sports Therapists [MHFST].

ITEC require 100% attendance in order to obtain the Level 3 Diploma. Students who do not attend all modules will need to organise tutorials with their tutor to enable them to access missed information.  A fee is payable for this service.

Cost: 

The 2 Day Introduction to Sports Massage Course is £188.00 (£160.00 +VAT). Students can choose to progress and complete the full Diploma.

The remaining 10 Day ITEC Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy Diploma Course is £940.00 (£800.00 +VAT). To secure your place: Course 90 days or more away from commencement - a deposit of 25% of total course fee secures a place. Course less than 90 days away from commencement - 50% payment required and balance due no later than 30 days prior to commencement of course.

Students will also be required to pay registration, insurance, and examination fees to ITEC.

Examination Fees: £96.80 per exam

Professional indemnity and public liability insurance can be obtained via ITEC Professionals and other Industry Associations who recognise the ITEC Diploma.

Course times: 9.30am - 5.00pm

Course Dates:
The full diploma course takes place in two segments which are available separately:

ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Documents:

ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage Rationale
ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage Syllabus
ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage Sample Consultation Form
ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage Sample Questions
ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage Marking Criteria
ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage Candidate Guidance Notes
ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage Tutor Guidance Notes
ITEC Business Awareness Amendments from 1st October 2007

For more information please contact Debra Goldston.