Course Description
Distance learning course of 10 Lessons
This course has FREE Online Videos Associated with it.
Many body masseurs are now applying their skills and techniques into the sporting arena with great success.
This type of treatment is finding a niche market in the health and fitness facilities, and many therapists are offering this service both as part of their employment and on a freelance basis.
This course is designed to enable therapists to have a greater understanding and appreciation of the specific needs of sports participants in the preparation for and recovery from activity.
The course will also investigate the value of sports massage in the early detection and the prevention of sports injuries in addition to being a valuable tool in the rehabilitation of such conditions.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
All study materials Study Guide Full Tutor and Admin support
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This course has FREE Online Videos Associated with it.
Many body masseurs are now applying their skills and techniques into the sporting arena with great success.
This type of treatment is finding a niche market in the health and fitness facilities, and many therapists are offering this service both as part of their employment and on a freelance basis.
This course is designed to enable therapists to have a greater understanding and appreciation of the specific needs of sports participants in the preparation for and recovery from activity.
The course will also investigate the value of sports massage in the early detection and the prevention of sports injuries in addition to being a valuable tool in the rehabilitation of such conditions.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
Course Outline
Introduction
Basic massage techniques
Specific movement for massage
Contra-indications to massage
Sports injury massage
Massage of the knee
Massage of the leg
Massage of the arm, elbow and wrist
Massage of the neck and shoulders
Massage of the back and buttocks area
Massage of the chest and abdomen
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Basic massage techniques
Specific movement for massage
Contra-indications to massage
Sports injury massage
Massage of the knee
Massage of the leg
Massage of the arm, elbow and wrist
Massage of the neck and shoulders
Massage of the back and buttocks area
Massage of the chest and abdomen
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More Information
| Language | English |
| Course Length | 80.00 hours |
| Duration of Access | Unlike other Distance Education Colleges, we impose no time limits or pressures on you to complete your course material. Your course will not expire, and it will not become invalid until you have successfully completed it. |
| Instructor | Self Study |
| Vendor | Stonebridge (Read more about Stonebridge accreditation.) |
| Course Certification | Diploma in Sports Massage On completion of this course you will receive two qualifications: Qualification 1: Sports Massage Diploma issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, entitling you to use the letters SAC. Dip. (Sports Massage) Qualification 2: ASET Level 3 Sports Massage Award All students will receive a certificate in the mail on successful completion of their course. |
| Prerequisites/Audience | There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. |
| Requirements/Materials Included | This program can be accessed and completed using either PC or Macintosh computers. You'll need an Internet connection of 28Kpbs or higher, and a Web browser. There are no required textbooks. |
Price: $ 478.00 (USD)
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