A level 3 sports massage therapist’s role includes planning, providing and evaluating sports massage treatments. Treatments can be carried out for pre-, post- and inter-event, maintenance and restorative purposes, using a range of basic massage techniques.
Scope of practice is restricted to working on dysfunctional tissue and excludes working on recent acute injuries or pre-existing conditions.
This course is CIMPSPA recognised.
There are no specific entry requirements for this course, but a genuine interest and understanding of anatomy and physiology would be beneficial.
Upon successful completion you may progress to the YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy.
Physiotherapists
Potential salary
Entry level salary
Average salary
Annual openings in Plymouth
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