This course in Sports Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant (Year 2) is aimed at students who want to practice as a sports massage therapist upon graduation, or who want to progress onto further study.

Sports Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant Year 2

6M5147

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Entry Requirements

QQI level 5 award in Community Health Services or equivalent. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements but can demonstrate industry experience.

Further Study

Graduates of this course in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Studies (Year 2) are eligible to apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements). Graduates of this programme have progressed to study for degrees in occupational therapy, physiotherapy and physical education.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Studies(Year 2) have found work as physiotherapy assistants in Irish hospitals, private sports injury clinics and sports clubs. They have also found employment in health and fitness centres, on cruise ships and in hotels with gyms/spa/fitness suites.

Certification

QQI Level 6 Certificate in Sports, Recreation and Exercise.

ITEC Level 2 Award in Instructing Strength and Conditioning Sessions

ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Therapy Equipment

ITEC Level 3 Award in Taping and Strapping for Sport and Active Leisure

ITEC Level 4 Certificate in Sport Massage Therapy

6M5147

Course Fees

€990

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€200

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Course Content

QQI Level 6 Certificate in Sports, Recreation and Exercise.

ITEC Level 2 Award in Instructing Strength and Conditioning Sessions

ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Therapy Equipment

ITEC Level 3 Award in Taping and Strapping for Sport and Active Leisure

ITEC Level 4 Certificate in Sport Massage Therapy

Physiotherapy Assistant Practice

Sports Industry Practice

Sport and Exercise Injury Prevention

Health Promotion

Work Experience

Sports Nutrition

On-Site Massage

Exercise and Fitness

Communications

Kinesiology

About This Course

Throughout the year, students will develop specific skills in the area of advanced sports massage techniques, learn to evaluate sports massage treatments and work with clients to carry out consultations and assessments and produce individual treatment plans. Other areas where students will gain valuable knowledge are in the areas of client care, health, communications, safety and hygiene, all of which are essential for success in the sports massage therapy industry.

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