25 days practical training, plus home study, plus 100 hours case studies.
Entry requirements:
Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology, plus Level 3 Massage or
Active Health Group A,P&M Distance Learning course, plus Active Health Group or ISRM Massage workshop (2 days)
Qualifications gained:
NCFE Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Sports Therapy*
#The ISRM/BTEC Level 5 Professional Diploma in Sport & Remedial Massage can also be obtained. (#TERMS APPLY) OPTIONAL
*The Level 5 Advanced Diploma is validated by the Society of Sports Therapists, for full insured membership.
This is a complete course, and includes a comprehensive home study pack. Candidates will need access to a PC with internet access. Candidates will also need a good understanding of the English language.
The treatment of sports related problems has grown over recent years, due to the vast increase in leisure activities and the interest in sport and fitness. The demand for a therapist with a wide based knowledge will always find plenty of opportunities to find work. Sports treatments vary greatly from sports massage routines to help prevent injuries, maintain suppleness and improve performance, to full treatments using ulstrasound.
This course will provide you with all the skills required to work in the exciting and rewarding field of Sports Therapy. We train candidates in the safe use of ultrasound equipment, which is now widely used in most professional clubs and clinics. The treatment skills taught in this course also enables you to deal with many more common problems such as back pain and whiplash etc.
Students will be expected to complete 100 hours of case studies in their own time.
Continual assessments and short written tests are used throughout the whole of the course to ensure the student is progressing. There will be a final written test and practical assessment.
Venue: Manchester City Centre
Theory Course Content:
Sports Therapy in Context Anatomy and Physiology for Sports Therapy Preparation for Therapeutic Practice Physical Assessment Techniques Sports Injury Overview Nutrition Sports and Remedial Massage Techniques Passive Stretch and Friction Techniques Neuromuscular, Positional Release and Muscle Energy Techniques Electrotherapy, Cryotherapy and Thermal Therapy Taping and Strapping Techniques Remedial Exercise Techniques Fitness Testing Techniques Sports Psychology Business and marketing
Practical Course Content:
Anatomy & Physiology Kinesiology Massage techniques Effleurage, Petrissage, Tapotement, Frictions Sports & Remedial Massage Pre and post event, Inter Event, Maintenance, Compressive Effleurage, Compressions, Deep Frictions, Active and Passive Stretching, Myofascial Release Principles, Soft Tissue Release Principles, Trigger Point Therapy Principles, Muscle Energy Techniques Principles, PNF Principles, Muscle Testing Injuries First contact management, Strapping and taping, Cryotherapy, Assessment Exercise therapy Core stability Back Care Class Assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of back problems Electrotherapy Sports First Aid
For a list of the new National Occupational Standards in Sports Therapy please click here. (opens in new window).
Payment options:
Option 1: Full payment of £2,300.00 (for the additional BTEC add an extra £350).
Option 2: For payment by instalments, £2,530.00 (for the additional BTEC add an extra £350). A minimum deposit of £300 is required (plus the BTEC fee if applicable).
2010 Course Dates: (spaces are limited to 12 per class)
Weekdays (dates can be split into individual blocks of 5 days. You do not need to book 5 consecutive weeks, however the weeks do need to be done in consecutive order, ie Jan 5-9, June, 8-12, Aug 10 - 14, etc. If in doubt, please ask, as we can usually accommodate your requirements).
Course ST1: February 1st - 5th, 8th - 12th, 15th - 19th, 22nd - 26th, March 1st - 5th.
Course ST2: June 7th - 11th, 14th - 18th, 21st - 25th, 28th - July 2nd, July 5th - 9th.
Course ST3: October 4th - 8th, 11th - 15th, 18th - 22nd, 25th - 29th, November 1st - 5th.
Weekends.
Course ST4: February 27th/28th, March 20th/21st, April 24th/25th, May 22nd/23rd, June 19th/20th, July 24th/25th, August 21st/22nd, September 25th/26th, October 23th/24th, November 27th/28th, December 18th/19th, January 15th/16th, plus 2 additional weekends in 2011 to be confirmed (2011).
Course ST5: July 31st/August 1st, September 4th/5th, October 2nd/3rd, November 6th/7th, December 4th/5th, January 8th/9th (2011), February 5th/6th, March 5th/6th, April 2nd/3rd, May 7th/8th, June 4th/5th, July 2nd/3rd, August 6th. Limited Spaces Available.
#To obtain the ISRM/BTEC on the weekday course, you will be required to attend an ISRM/BTEC assessment day, approximately 6 months after completing your practical training, additional BTEC exams will be required throughout the course. An additional BTEC/ISRM fee of £350 is payable upon enrollment. The BTEC fee covers additional assignments, registration, certification, and one additional assessment day.
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