Course available at the venue below:
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Bideford, Devon (7 practical attendance days - all dates must be attended) Sept ’22 – Tues 20th, Wed 21st Oct ’22 – Tues 18th, Wed 19th Nov ’22 - Tues 22nd, Wed 23rd Dec ’22 – Tues 13th + monthly live zoom video coursework support lessons (dates tbc) |
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Entry level:
You must hold an anatomy & physiology qualification, however, this can be studied alongside this course. Anatomy & Physiology online course.
A massage or fitness qualification is recommended
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- Infection Prevention (Covid-19) for complementary therapies & sports massage VTCT Level 2
Description:
The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy (QCF) is a technical level qualification aimed at developing the knowledge, understanding and technical skills needed for a career as a Sports Massage Therapist, either employed or self employed.
This qualification was developed collaboratively with the following organisations; Active IQ, Central YMCA Qualifications, CIBTAC, ITEC and VTCT with input from the industry through the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) and the General Council for Massage Therapies (GCMT).
What does this qualification cover?
The content of this qualification is comprised of all the required elements needed to work effectively and efficiently as a sports massage therapist. This includes anatomy and physiology, professional practice, an understanding of the principles of health and fitness and how to provide sports massage treatments. The level 3 sports massage therapist will be able to work safely and effectively on dysfunctional tissue in a range of context, to include, pre-event, post event, intra-event and for maintenance purposes.
Course format:
Blended learning - Practical attendance & assessment: 7 days + theory
Coursework: Home study and portfolio of evidence containing questions and assignment work
Written Exam: 1 Anatomy & Physiology paper
Course content:
USP41 Anatomy and physiology for sports massage
USP42 Principles of health and fitness
USP43 Understand the principles of soft tissue dysfunction
USP44 Professional practice in sports massage
USP45 Sports massage treatments
Start time:
The home study can be started at anytime. Training material available on our online portal. You will be able to log into your account to access the theory.
Attendance:
7 days + theory studied online & via live video
Duration:
Self-paced home study can be started at anytime and covers GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 225. (GLH incl’s. practical, coursework, case studies, assessments, written exams)
Model Required?:
Group training = No, students will work on each other.
One to one training = Yes, you will be required to bring a model along to the practical
training to practice your routine on.
Case studies = Yes, you will be required to work on models for your case studies.
Case studies:
6 pre, 6 post & 6 maintenance sports massages
Exam board:
The VTCT (Vocational Training & Charitable Trust
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Our students have been offered an amazing opportunity to apply as a volunteer at North Devon Hospice to offer treatments to carers and staff to complete their case studies. The application is subject to interview & recruitment process.Click here for more details |
Career Opportunities:
Self-Employed / employed sports massage therapist working from home, salon, Spa or Mobile.
Additional Costs:
You will need to purchase your own products and equipment in order to carry out your case studies and practice your skills. We also recommend you purchase a text book to support your learning, a recommended reading list is available in the training pack
Book List – The trail guide to the body by Andrew Biel
Sign up to our FREE student and therapists resources section - https://holistic-therapies-training.teachable.com/p/student-resources-free
Qualification gained:
A VRQ – VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy (QCF)
This qualification is mapped to the relevant NOS (National Occupational Standards), where applicable. This qualification is accredited on the qualifications and credit framework (QCF). This qualification is a VRQ (Vocationally Related Qualification.)
Insurance:
Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)
Here are some insurance companies, some with introductory discounts - https://holistic-therapies-training.teachable.com/p/accreditation
Payment Options
If you prefer to pay by bank transfer, PayPal or PayPal credit, here are the details
Please note, if you choose either of these methods, your booking will be processed manually, and can take up to 24 hours to receive access to your training pack.
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Your Instructor
Jason is a fully qualified holistic therapist, Sports Therapist and teacher. He has many therapies ‘under his belt’ and is very passionate about his work. He comes from a martial art background of 33 years and is the holder of 4 Black belts. And loves adventure and enjoying life. He recently had to give up Teaching martial arts through an Injury, and restarted his holistic Massage path from years ago, Like all our tutors he believes that all our students should have the best training available, and with his background of Martial arts he is dedicated in doing this.
Jason is qualified in and teaches the following therapies:
Level 3 Sports Masssage
Level 4 Sports Therapy
Level 3 Invigilating Exams
Level 3 Nutrition and Diet
Level 3 Education and Training
Level 3 Beauty Therapy Studies
Level 3 Beauty Therapy General (body/Face Electrics, Body/Face Massage, electrical epilation)
Level 3 Swedish Massage
Level 3 Hot Stones
Level 3 Personal Training
Level 3 Assessor
Level 3 Complementary Therapies
Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work
Level 4 IQA
Deep Tissue
Warm Bamboo
Chinese Massage
Pregnancy Massage
Preventing Injuries in Sports
Taping and Strapping
Thermal Auricular Therapy
Acupressure
Indian Head Massage
Makeup Treatment (Body Art, Photographic and Media, Airbrush, Camouflage,SFX)
Spray Tanning
Providing Therapies With Cancer and Other Life Limiting Conditions
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Aromatherapy
Kettlenetics
Being a martial arts practitioner for over 34 years and an Instructor for 13 years holding 3 Black Belts in 3 disciplines, it is nice to actually help treat people rather than teaching someone to defend, or fight.
“ I love teaching, and seeing whether its a fresh student or experienced one, learning new techniques and progressing their knowledge in helping others.'
Course Curriculum
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PreviewEnrolment
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StartPractical Training Days - Attendance required
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StartConsultation Form / Case Studies
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PreviewModule 1 - Introduction (Induction)
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StartModule 2 - Preparing your portfolio
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StartModule 3 - VTCT Assessment log book
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StartModule 4 - To do list
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StartModule 5 - Knowledge questions (Coursework)
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StartModule 6 - Training Resources
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StartModule 7 - Revision for written exams
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StartModule 8 - Assessments
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StartModule 9 - SP3D6 - Knowledge outcomes (Workbook)
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StartModule 10 - USP41 A&P for sports massage
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StartModule 11 - USP42 Principles of health and fitness
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StartModule 12 - USP43 Understand the principles of soft tissue dysfunction
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StartModule 13 - USP44 Professional practice in sports massage
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StartModule 14 - USP45 Sports massage treatments