Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy (VTCT)

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The VTCT level 4 certificate in sports massage therapy is focused towards those seeking to gain employment as a sports massage therapist providing sports massage to prevent and manage injury. Throughout this qualification you will develop the skills , knowledge and understanding needed to apply sports massage methods competently to recent non-acute injury and pre-existing conditions. This will include a range of massage techniques additional to those required at level 3, which include; connective tissue, soft tissue release, connective frictions, trigger points and muscle energy techniques. You will study the following units: Unit 1 - USP46 Conducting subjective and objective assessment. This unit will be assessed through practical assessments - subjective assessment, objective assessments; palpation, bony landmarks, joint lines, range of motion and posture assessment, a case study, assignment and a workbook. Unit 2 - USP47 Provide sport massage techniques to prevent and mange injury. This unit will be assessed through practical assessment by understanding and applying the principles of soft tissue techniques used in sports massage. Unit 3 - USP48 Treatment modalities to support soft tissue repair. his unit is assessed by a workbook and practical demonstrations to include understanding the use of cryotherapy and heat treatments during soft tissue repair. Assessment of units are carried out by producing a portfolio of evidence and must be achieved fully for certification. Assessment of both units are carried out by a portfolio of evidence and must be achieved fully for certification; * workbooks *case study & reflective practice * assignments & research * practical observations (clinical / insitu) * work log Work log hours are to be gained through in class informal clinical work, college field trips and assessments/ case study. The rest of these hours are to be gained through work placement, ...more on College website

Course information

Name: Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy (VTCT) Qualification title: Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy (QCF) Qualification type: Other regulated/accredited qualification Assessment Awarding Vocational Training Charitable Trust Created 20160909 06:30:45 Updated 20160909 06:30:45

Entry requirements

A4 file, pen and paper. Certificate of evidence for previous qualification in sports massage. VTCT registration number if you have it. Suitable clothing, such as sports kit or sports wear. Equipment required A4 file, pen and paper. Certificate of evidence for previous qualification in sports massage. VTCT registration number if you have it. Suitable clothing, such as sports kit or sports wear.

Provider

Eastleigh College
Further Education
experts@eastleigh.ac.uk
023 8091 1000
https://www.eastleigh.ac.uk/

Address

Chestnut Avenue Town: Eastleigh County:Hampshire

Learning aims

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