Sports Massage Therapy - Level 3 Diploma

Essentials

Duration: 1 Year Part-time
Start date: 14th September 2026
End date: 31st May 2027
Day: Mon
Time: 16:30-21:30

Find out more about eligibility for reduced course fees, payment options and financial support available in our fees and funding page.

Additional fees: Tunic and oils, approx 20 each

Take the next step in your career with this nationally recognised qualification designed for anyone aspiring to become a professional Sports Massage Therapist. This course is ideal if you want to work with the general public, recreational athletes, or sports professionals.

You will gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to:

• Apply safe and effective sports massage techniques to support recovery and performance.
• Work across different contexts including pre-event, post-event, maintenance and remedial massage.
• Understand anatomy, physiology, and the principles of health and fitness to assess and respond to client needs.
• Practice professionally in line with industry standards, legislation and ethical guidelines.

By the end of the qualification, you will be ready to competently treat dysfunctional tissue, support clients with injury prevention and recovery, and begin a rewarding career in the sports and fitness industry.

This course is subject to the College’s Fitness to Practise and Study Policy.

You must be over 16 years of age.