SPORTS MASSAGE DIPLOMA

This diploma allows graduates to offer massage to relieve or eliminate tissue and muscular pain.

COURSE DETAILS

Entry Level:  

Anatomy & Physiology diploma or equivalent.  Plus a high level of interpersonal skills.

Duration:  

September to May
Sunday 10am - 5pm
Approx 16 classes

Awarding Body: 

ITEC

Examination(s):

One multiple choice paper of 30 mins
Practical of 1hr
Presentation of 15 case studies

Course Content: 

Aftercare & home care
Anatomy & physiology revision
Body massage revision
Client care & consultation
Sports massage practical work
Theory of exercise for sports massage
Theory of heat treatments
Theory of I.C.E.R.
Theory of nutrition for sports
Theory of sports injuries
Theory of sports massage
Business studies
Health and Hygiene
Nutrition
Salon procedures
Skin diseases
Skin structure and function
Injury Prevention/Management
Components of fitness
Energy systems