Or Application Form to be returned to Student Services
The VTCT level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage will provide you with the requisite knowledge, understanding and skills to work in an unsupervised capacity as a sports massage practitioner, with non-pathological (non injured) tissue. This will allow you to provide deep tissue massage in gyms, at events or in sports clubs.
You will develop your knowledge and understanding of the theory underpinning the practice of sports massage, including functional anatomy and physiology, nutrition, classification of sports injuries and the stages of healing. The course will also provide you with the skills and techniques for planning, preparing and applying sports massage methods to uninjured clients. You will also develop skills to evaluate massage strategies and methods to inform future treatments. You will attend college for 3 hours a week and undertake 2-3 hours per week independent study. Please note that it is mandatory to complete awarding body COVID19 qualifications whilst studying a VTCT course. The exam registration fee is approximately £20,
- Relevant level 2 qualification at Pass or above or minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above.
- A satisfactory interview and reference.
An ability to communicate one to one e.g. tutor or client and in a group as part of discussions.
Reading & writing - Technical language will be taught on this course. You need to produce written assignments and sit written exams.
This profession and course requires you to be able to carry out physical work for long periods of time. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate disabilities. You will be required to wear black tracksuit bottoms, white polo t-shirt and suitable footwear
On successful completion of this course you will be equipped to work in an unsupervised capacity throughout the sport and active leisure industry. You may also be able to progress to other VTCT qualifications such as Sports Strapping, Sports First Aid, Sports Therapy (QCF) and Level 4 Sports Massage (QCF).
Explore potential careers via Career Match — it provides current local data on wages and employment prospects.
You could progress to these Wirral Met courses:
Apply Now
Planned Timetable
| Day | Times | Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 18:00 — 21:00 | Conway Park |
If you are aged 19 or over:
Fee : £2100.00
Please note, there are no discounts for this course. If you are aged 19+, you may be able to apply for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan (which is available for this course).
The fee quoted is for the academic year 2020-21.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Fee : £2100.00
Please note, there are no discounts for this course.
The fee quoted is for the academic year 2020-21.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form
