LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN SPORTS MASSAGE

The ITEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports Massage is designed to provide learners with the practical and theoretical skills required to deliver professional sports massage treatments.

This qualification prepares learners for employment in the sports industry, it provides full occupational competence at Level 3. It also serves as a strong foundation for further study at Levels 3 and 4.

This qualification is ideal for learners pursuing a career in sports therapy or massage.

Core Skills Covered:

• Consultation Methods – including obtaining informed consent, conducting accurate client assessments (body alignment/posture, range of movement/joint function, muscle definition, active/passive/resistive movement, and palpation), identifying cautions and contraindications, implementing referral procedures, and tailoring massage routines to individual client needs
• Applying Sports Massage Treatments – including preparing a safe and hygienic working environment, performing pre-event and post-event massage, classical massage techniques, and sports-specific techniques such as manual lymphatic drainage, neuro-muscular technique, muscle energy technique, soft tissue release, connective tissue massage, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. Learners will also learn the use of cryotherapy and thermotherapy, selecting massage mediums, evaluating treatment effectiveness, and providing aftercare advice.

Learners will also develop essential professional knowledge in client care, communication, health, safety and hygiene, relevant legislation, and industry standards—critical for success in the sports massage profession.

Additional Learning Benefits:

• In-depth understanding of anatomy and physiology for sports massage, principles of injury prevention and management, common sports injuries, contraindications, and health and fitness principles that may influence treatment
  • Opportunities to develop wider professional skills such as client communication, teamwork, and problem-solving in a sports massage setting
  • Development of practical techniques, personal qualities, and professional behaviours required for successful employment as a sports massage therapist

• 3 Months.

• Theoretical instruction is offered online for group or institutional study, as well as through in-person attendance. Practical sessions are mandatory.

• Level 3 diploma in anatomy and physiology

• Kshs. 150,000 | USD. 1,200