London School of Massage accredited Sports Massage courses provide an excellent opportunity for anybody wishing to further their knowledge in Body Therapy. This is an intensive course and once completed, will leave any therapist with the confidence to treat a wide variety of common sporting conditions and ailments.

The treatment is not just limited to sports injuries, but can be applied to injuries sustained in everyday life. It will also allow successful students to join the Complementary & Natural Health Council (CNHC), which is backed by the UK Government regarding Complementary Therapies, including Sports Massage.

The following are a list of some of the topics which are covered on the combined BTEC & ITEC course:

• Regional Anatomy - study of constituent parts of a given body region.
• Applied Anatomy - study of how the body parts function individually and in relation to other body regions.
• Origin, Insertion and Action of over 50 muscles.
• Injuries - study of common injuries to muscles, tendons, ligaments, bursa and bone and how to assess for each one.
• Posture evaluation - how and what to observe for postural evaluation
• Regional Anatomy & Assessment
• Orthopaedic Testing & Injury Assessment
• Treatment - of acute & chronic injuries and include techniques such as:
  
  • Effective Deep Tissue Massage Techniques
  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
  • Neuro Muscular Technique (NMT)
  • Trigger Points
  • Muscle Energy Technique (MET)
  • Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
  • Myofascial Release Technique
  • Soft Tissue Release Technique (STR)
  • Connective Tissue Massage (CTM)
  • Passive articulation of major joints
  • Positional Release Technique (PRT)
  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage Techniques
    
• Use of ice (Cryotherapy) & heat in treating injuries
• A look at different types of exercises and stretching routines.
• Sports Rehabilitation of the injured individual
• Pre, post and maintenance sports massage routines
  

ITEC Exam & Pre-requirements

• Previous Anatomy, Physiology & Massage
• Completion of 50 case studies (10 clients x 5 treatments and 50 hour Treatment Event Log)
• Multiple choice examination lasting 1 hours.
• Written Question Paper lasting 2 hours (5 Short Answer, 2 Long Answer)
• A practical examination lasting 1 hour
• In class assessment and examinations
  

BTEC Exam & Pre-requirements

• Previous Anatomy, Physiology & Massage
• Completion of 50 case studies (10 clients x 5 treatments and 50 Treatment Event Log)
• Multiple choice examination
• Written Question Paper
• Home Assignments
• A practical examination lasting 1 hour
• In class assessment and examinations
• Pre Course Requirement: The level of English required for overseas students is IELTS level 6-7 or equivalent.
  

• Physiotherapy
• Osteopathy
• Chiropractic
• Sports Science students or graduates
• Other similar qualifications or professions
  

You have a choice of either taking both courses and gaining a BTEC level 5 Professional diploma and ITEC level 4 certificate, or taking just the ITEC certificate by itself

10 Day Fast track Intensive Course (ITEC)
16 Day Fast Track Intensive Course (BTEC & ITEC Combined course)

"Contact us if you are not sure which course to choose or would like further information"

Following successful completion, our students have progressed to go on and:

• work in Sports and Health Clubs as a Sports Therapists.
• Join the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) - Created by the Government to regulate lead therapies
• Join a Professional Organisation
  Students studying for ITEC qualifications can get FREE student membership of the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA) The CThA provides a complete range of services including:
  - Free membership magazine
  - Access to the members area on the website
  - Insurance covering you while you study
  - The chance to join local groups in your area
  
• Study further courses such as Lymphatic Massage , Deep Tissue Massage course , Indian Head Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology , Thai Yoga Massage, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, Herbal Medicine etc.
• develop their own clinics as well as treat and consult a wider range of clients.
• develop their Continual Professional Development (CPD) portfolio
  

The INTERNATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINATION COUNCIL (ITEC) is an awarding body offering vocational qualifications in Complementary Therapy and Bodywork. ITEC is recognised and regulated by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), and the Department of Education and Employment. ITEC is an independent examining body that offers impartiality and objectivity in its examinations.

ITEC is recognised by insurance companies for professional liability insurance.

Successful completion of this diploma course will provide you with the title of "Sports Massage Therapist", and the knowledge and techniques needed to give a treatment.

Practitioner insurance is also available upon successful completion of the course and as well as the ability to join the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).