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Sports Massage Therapy (Level 3 Diploma)

VTCT
Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

Course Overview

The Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy is a technical level qualification aimed at developing the knowledge, understanding and technical skills needed for a career as a Sports Massage Therapist, either employed or self employed.
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    33 Weeks
  • Campus
    Limavady
    Strand Road

Important Message

The College’s course offering and timetabling for the 2026/27 academic year will be confirmed mid-May 2026.

Available Sessions

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  • Course: VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy Ref D148
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 18/09/2025
    (Thu: 4:30PM- 9:30PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £264.00
    Concession £106.00
    Examination £140.00
    CLOSED
  • Course: VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy Ref L032
    Campus: Limavady
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date:
    (Mon:4:30PM-9:30PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £264.00
    Concession £106.00
    Examination £140.00
    CANCELLED

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

Course Offering

  • Site location Limavady Main St Strand Road
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Level 3 Body Massage or equivalent

Additional Information

The content of this qualification is comprised of all the required elements needed to work effectively and efficiently as a sports massage therapist. The course includes anatomy and physiology, professional practice, an understanding of the principles of health and fitness and how to provide sports massage treatments. The Level 3 qualified sports massage therapist will be able to work safely and effectively on dysfunctional tissue in a range of context, to include, pre-event, post event, intra-event and for maintenance purposes. Material fee of £30 also required.

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