This BODY BASICS Diploma course in Sports Injuries and Massage provides 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 following are a list of some of the topics which are covered on the 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.
• Treatment - this will build on prior massage technique.
• Use of ice (Cryotherapy) in acute injuries - it's rationale and method of application.
• A look at different types of exercises and stretching routines.
• Pre, post and maintenance sports massage routines

• Previous Anatomy, Physiology & Massage (incl. Professionalism & aspects of Business )
• Completion of 5 case studies (3 treatments each)
  
• A final multiple choice examination lasting 1 hours.
• A practical examination lasting 1 hour
• In class assessment and examinations

THIS COURSE IS ALSO IDEAL FOR
QUALIFIED OR STUDENT:

• Physiotherapists
• Osteopaths
• Chiropractors
  
• Sports Science students or graduates
• Other similar qualifications or professions

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

• work in Sports and Health Clubs as a Sports Therapists.
• Join the Sports Massage Association (SMA) - Lead body for Sports Massage in the UK.
  
• Study further courses such as Sports Massage, Lymphatic Massage
  Soft Tissue Release & Muscle Energy Technique , 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 (I.T.E.C) 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 Sports Massage Association (SMA)