Level 4 Sports
Massage Courses

Course Costs

 
To secure your place on the course the course fees may be paid as set out below. You must hold a recognised current level 3 sports massage qualification to enrol at Level 4.

Due to our reduced costs for delivering the practical training on weekdays instead of weekends we are able to offer a reduction in course fees for this option. This will automtically be adjusted when you select your course dates. Exam fees are included, although possible retakes will be charged at the time of sitting.

Interest Free interim payment scheme available below:

3 Modules (first two each of 4 weekdays, plus a final module of 3 days including an assessment day)
1. In Full - £1731 2. By deposit of £355 plus payment of £1376 before the start of the course
3. By deposit of £355, plus four monthly interim payments of £344.
All prices quoted include V.A.T. at the current rate

5 Weekends
1. In Full - £1863
2. By deposit of £355 plus payment of £1508 before the start of the course
3. By deposit of £355, plus four monthly interim payments of £377.
All prices quoted include V.A.T. at the current rate

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Recognition and Awards

 
Upon successful completion of all elements of our Level 4 sports massage course, you will receive:
 

A VTCT Level 4 Sports Massage Certificate

A VTCT award is a regulated qualification on Ofqual’s national framework (and equivalent to BTEC Level 5). We can guarantee the regulated status of our qualifications and the significant currency that these carry across Europe. We would encourage you to check the status of any course you wish to enrol on as some providers claim level 5 for courses that are just endorsed, not regulated. Our course covers a breadth of training that incorporates all of the VTCT criteria and thereby leads to the 2 awards listed above.

Upon successfully completing the VTCT level 4 qualification you will be eligible to apply for membership to The Sports Therapy Association.


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Course Dates

 
Our practical training courses are held at our sister company, BeActive Clinic, Hertford near London. There is easy access from the A10 and A1 motorway and the venue is only 20 miles from both Stansted and Luton airports.

For anyone travelling by train, we are less than a mile from Hertford North train station – a regular service departs from London Kings Cross and takes between 48-56 minutes.

 We can provide a list of recommended and affordable accommodation options.

See Course Calendar for all Higher Diploma Sports Therapy and CPD Course Dates.

Modular Training
Our modular format for this course comprises of home study and 3 practical training modules, allowing you time to practice and consolidate your learning.

Weekend Training
Our weekend training comprises of home study and five practical training weekends over a 5-6 month period.


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Course Syllabus

 
 ·  The science and practise of manual therapy
  ·  Advanced functional anatomy & physiology
  ·  Assessment of posture, joints, muscle imbalances and other conditions
  ·  Soft tissue trauma, assessment and how massage may help
  ·  Principles of injury management and rehabilitation from Injury
  ·  Active, assisted and advanced stretching techniques
  ·  Assessment of soft tissues and application of advanced techniques
  ·  Working practise and developing your business
  ·  Psychology and sports injuries
  ·  Legal and ethical aspects of professional practice
 

Here is a table showing the VTCT Units, titles and credit values which combine to form the VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy.

 

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Assignments & Exams

Practical

You will be required to take a practical assessment and an oral exam lasting approximately 60 minutes in total. These will take place on the last day of practical training and are usually held at our training venue BeActive Clinic in Hertford.
 

Learner Evidence Record

You will also be required to complete a Learner Evidence Record (LER) comprising various written tasks to demonstrate your Level 4 knowledge and understanding. Full instruction will be provided on how to complete these assignments.

Field Experience

All course assignments must be completed within 8 months of the final day of your practical training. This will allow you to structure your home study and practise alongside other commitments you may have, to successfully achieve your award.
 

Course Completion

All course assignments must be completed within 8 months of the final day of your practical training. This will allow you to structure your home study and practise alongside other commitments you may have, to successfully achieve your award.
 

Exam and Practical Assessment Retakes

If you are unsuccessful in your first attempt for either of the above, please go to Practical Assessment and Exams for further information and booking form. Please see the foot of the Course Dates webpage for final submission dates for applications.

Supported Self Study Day

The day will be structured according to the needs of those students attending, so we begin the day with a brief group discussion where we list all the topics and skills ‘requested’ by each of the participants. Our tutor will then structure a day balanced between instruction and practical demonstrations considering as many of, or all the listed requests. Each student may then choose which parts of the day they wish to participate in with the tutor, and which others they may prefer to leave, and simply continue practising or studying with a partner. So, your Study Day will be exactly that, a day of reviewing specific topics, watching ‘refresher’ demonstrations, revising and practising.
 
Self enrolment required at BeActive Clinic - go to Supported Self Study Day at foot of page - https://beactive.pike13.com/offerings


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Flexible Award Programme

 
If you completed your VTCT Level 3 Practical Training with Sports Therapy UK within the last 2 years you are eligible for our Loyalty Discount of 12.5%. To apply, please select the fees including Loyalty Discount and attach a copy of your VTCT Level 3 Diploma.

To take advantage of this offer you will be required to:

Please note this discount is not available with our First Aid course which is already offered at a highly competitive rate.

Interest Free interim payment scheme available below:

3 Modules (first two each of 4 weekdays, plus a final module of 3 days including an assessment day)
1. In Full - £1515
2. By deposit of £355 plus payment of £1160 before the start of the course
3. By deposit of £355, plus four monthly interim payments of £290.
All prices quoted include V.A.T. at the current rate

5 Weekends
1. In Full - £1630
2. By deposit of £355 plus payment of £1275 before the start of the course
3. By deposit of £355, plus four monthly interim payments of £319.
All prices quoted include V.A.T. at the current rate

Please note that your deposit is non-refundable. If you start your practical training and then withdraw from the course you will still be liable for the full course fee.

Loyalty Discount

Finally, Once you have completed your Level 4 training you will be eligible for our Loyalty Discount of 25% off all Level 5/CPD modular courses. Please note this discount is not available with our First Aid course which is already offered at a highly competitive rate.


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Course Structure

Practical Training

Number attending each course: up to 12 students

The course comprises 75 contact hours over either 5 weekends or 3 weekday modules (two lasting 4 days each, plus a final module of 3 days including an assessment day). You may continue to Level 4 immediately after your level 3 sports massage course – click here for upcoming course dates.  The practical training is conducted in a relaxed atmosphere from 9.00am to 5.00pm each day and covers the following topics:
 
  ·  Manual therapy dimensions and loads of moding
  ·  Assessment of posture, pelvic alignment, the spine and further musculoskeletal imbalances
  ·  Trauma, healing and the assessment of soft tissues
  ·  Neurological stretch reflexes and the effects of manual therapy
  ·  The science and application of PNF (Post Isometric Relaxation)
  ·  Soft tissue adaptation and the effects of immobilisation
  ·  Principles of injury management and rehabilitation from injury
  ·  Connective tissue massage and myofascial release
  ·  Soft Tissue Release
  ·  Fluid dynamics: active muscle pump and lymph drainage
  ·  Working practise and developing your business: legal and ethical aspects of professional practice
 
Your skills will be reviewed throughout your practical training to help you towards the final assessment and an oral exam. A personal course handbook will show details of this and all practical assignments as they are completed. You will be required to practice your sports massage skills and to record your findings on treatments carried out.

To see all Course Dates please click on calendar icon on right.


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