Serenity School of Complementary Therapy

ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage

This certified course is run over 100 hours and will result in an ITEC qualification of a Diploma in Sports Massage (Unit 27)

There will be a 1-hour theory examination paper and a practical examination plus students will be required to hand in case studies. This course is recognised by Embody and the CThA and is insurable through these bodies.

The course includes:

•Changes in the muscular system during exercise

•Revision and extension of Anatomy & Physiology

•Disorders and diseases and their effects on specific sports

•Understand training

•Injury prevention and management

•Stages of healing

•Stretching

•Cryotherapy

•Pre and post injury treatment

•A written 1 hour theory examination

•Treatment of one client to include setting up a workspace, taking a consultation, demonstrating knowledge and application of all techniques, providing aftercare advice and demonstration of client care at all times.