Course overview
Diploma in Performance Massage City of Bristol CollegeThis qualification enables learners to perform massage at a fundamental level on nonpathological tissue, perhaps as an adjunct to a personal training or gym session.
The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide massage for preparation and recovery from strenuous activities. It also meets the pre-entry requirement for the new YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy (Soft Tissue Dysfunction) – the only qualification mapped to the new NOS that meets the requirements for entry to SMA for membership as a sports massage therapist.
Additional information
Who is this course for?
For people that are looking to build skills and knowledge in sports massage, personal trainers looking to build their business or beauty therapist looking to offer deeper therapies.
What you'll learn
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the skin and major body systems including the cardio-respiratory, endocrine, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, nervous, and urinary systems
- Understand the interaction between the musculoskeletal and nervous systems and the effects of exercise on body systems
- Understand soft tissue dysfunction, the process of soft tissue repair and the effects of performance massage on body systems
- Understand the importance of healthy eating, how to promote a healthy lifestyle and the effect that lifestyle can have on the effectiveness of performance massage treatments
- Understand legislation and standards relevant to the massage profession, including the scope of practice and the principles of professional practice
- Conduct client assessments, design performance massage treatment plans and perform performance massage treatments
- Apply the principles and methods of post-treatment care and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans
Course entry requirements
You must be 16 + to apply for this course and have good fitness to perform massage and basic communication skills.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
This is delivered through a range of face to face tasks , practical work and theory.
Future career and study opportunities
The YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Performance Massage is a pre-entry requirement for the YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Sport Massage Therapy (Soft Tissue Dysfunction).
The Level 4 qualification is required for industry recognition as a sports massage therapist.
These qualifications may be used to support access towards degree studies related to Sports Therapy and/or Sport and Exercise Sciences.
Additional costs
There are no additional costs for this course.
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