Level 4 Certificate Sports Massage Therapy

On completion of this Ofqual-regulated course you’ll be able to recognise the signs and symptoms of common sports injuries, and help athletes to recover and return to sport using advanced massage techniques. As well as building on the skills and knowledge acquired in your Level 3 qualification, being able to operate as a Level 4 Sports Massage Practitioner will enhance your employment prospects to working on more advanced injuries.  Learn how to deliver sports massage treatments, aid injury management and help enhance your clients’ sporting performance. 

Course Content

• Unit 1 – Performing Subjective and Objective Assessment

This unit focuses on developing advanced skills in assessing clients through subjective and objective methods to inform sports massage treatments effectively. Learn how to conduct thorough client interviews to gather relevant information about medical history, current complaints, and treatment goals. They also acquire skills in performing objective assessments, including postural analysis, range of motion testing, and functional movement assessments, to identify areas of dysfunction and develop tailored treatment plans.

• Unit 2 – Understanding and Providing Sports Massage Techniques 

In this unit, students deepen their understanding of sports massage techniques and their application in addressing specific client needs and goals. Explore a wide range of advanced massage modalities, including deep tissue massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular techniques such as trigger point therapy and positional release technique, and some advanced stretching techniques such as MET's and soft tissue release. Through practical training and theoretical study, you will learn how to effectively apply these techniques to alleviate muscle tension, improve flexibility, enhance circulation, and optimize athletic performance.

• Unit 3 – Understanding Treatment to Support Injury Rehabilitation 

Unit 3 focuses on understanding and implementing sports massage treatments to support injury rehabilitation processes. Learn about the stages of injury healing, common sports injuries, and the role of sports massage in promoting recovery and rehabilitation. Explore advanced techniques for addressing acute and chronic injuries, managing inflammation, reducing scar tissue formation, and restoring optimal function and range of motion. Additionally you will gain insights into designing comprehensive rehabilitation plans, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and supporting clients through the recovery process.