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Course Information
Introduction
This is a technical qualification for 19+ learners that gives you the knowledge, understanding, and specialist skills needed for a career as a sports massage therapist. It’s taught across 18 weeks with the choice to start in September or February.
Course units/modules
The structure of the qualification is comprised of 5 units which are all mandatory:
- Anatomy and physiology for sports massage - USP41 - Unit ref: J/506/7220
- Principles of health and fitness - USP42 - Unit ref: R/506/7222
- Understand the principles of soft tissue dysfunction - USP43 - Unit ref: Y/506/7223
- Professional practice in sports massage - USP44 - Unit ref: D/506/7224
- Sports massage treatments - USP45 - Unit ref: T/506/7228
Available Apprenticeships and Progression options
Learners who complete this qualification will be able to gain employment and obtain insurance to work as a sports massage therapist.
Progression:
- VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports massage therapy
- Level 3 Diploma in Gym Instructing & Personal Training
Employment Statistics
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Welfare professionals n.e.c.
Average Salary£28,080
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Health associate professionals n.e.c.
Average Salary£17,160
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Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors
Average Salary£30,680
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