FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I get the course funded by Student Finance? No, we do not work with Student Finance due to the high costs for us as a training provider, which we would have to pass on to students. This would be unfair on those paying for the courses themselves. We do offer monthly instalments which are interest free, to help spread the costs.
Do I need any other qualifications to start your course? No, if you do not have a sports massage qualification, you just need to book the programme with the access course.
Do I need to attend all sessions? Yes, unless you have covered any modules and been granted accreditation of prior learning (which needs to be done at the booking stage), you need to attend 100% of the modules. If there are one or two you cannot attend for any reason, we will attempt to find alternative dates for you.
Can I fail the course? Students who do not complete the course usually do so because they have not been fully involved with it. If any of our students struggle we offer as much support as is necessary. Whilst the pass rate is very high, it is not a pay and pass course.
What can I do when I have completed the course? Once you have received your certification, you can register with one of our listed accrediting bodies, obtain insurance, and start practising.
Will I be a fully qualified Sports Therapist when I am certified? Yes, you can use the professional working title 'Sports Therapist'.
Do I need a degree, or to be registered with CNHC to practice as a Sports Therapist? No, you do not need a degree, and whilst there is no requirement for you to register with CNHC, we do encourage it, because you then become a registered sports therapist, and are part of an Accredited Register which is recognised by the government. You can join the STO when you qualify from this course, and from there you will be able to register with CNHC. Not all degrees are recognised by the CNHC, however, our Level 5 Advanced Diploma is.
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About the course
Our Level 5 Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation has been running for 22 years, and proves to be the most popular sports therapy course in the UK, and internationally, as we get students from across the world attending. Sports Therapy is often percieved to be the alternative to Physiotherapy, however, whereas physiotherapists are trained to work within the NHS in settings such as geriatrics, paediatrics, resiratory and neurology, our Sports Therapists are trained to deliver musculoskeletal treatments for conditions such as sports and activity injuries, back pain, joint issues, postural dysfunction,pain, lack of mobility and also to support those with active lifestyles or wishing to become more active.
Accreditations
Our course is accredited by Sports Therapy Organisation, and will allow you to become a registered Sports Therapist, with the regulator CNHC. You can also get international membership from IICT, with insurance cover. You can see a list of the eligible countries here.
Pre-requisites
Candidates will need to have completed a Level 3 Sports Massage qualification (VTCT/ITEC/YMCA/AIQ). If you do not have Level 3 Sports Massage qualification you can still book a Level 5, you will just need to attend our Access Course. Please see below for dates.
If you feel you have covered any of the modules, you can apply to attend a accreditation of prior learning skills evaluation session in Manchester. This will cost £200. Any modules that you are credited for will be be deducted at £100 per day.
Certifications Gained
TQUK Level 5 Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation
AHG Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Clinical Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation
Venue
Active Wellness Centre, Manchester City Centre.
Online course materials, and zoom lessons are also included in this course.
Course Dates - 2023/24 (ALL COURSES ARE 100% ATTENDANCE)
WEEKENDS (THIS IS A BLENDED LEARNING FORMAT, WITH HOME STUDY AND PRACTICAL ATTENDANCE)
Induction (ZOOM) Choice of 18th or 23rd September. 10am to 3pm
Access Course - for candidates without Level 3 Sports Massage. October 21st/22nd/28th/29th (4 days, 9am to 6pm).
WKD1023. November 18th/19th; December 9th/10th; January 20th/21st 2024; February 19th/18th; March 16th/17th; April 20th/21st; May 18th/19th; June 15th/16th; July 20th/21st; August 17th/18th; September 14th/15th; October 19th/20th; November 16th/17th; December 14th/15th; January 17th/18th 2025. (30 days). Plus one additional assessment day.
CLOSING DATE FOR BOOKING: 1st September 2023.
WEEKDAYS (THIS IS A BLENDED LEARNING FORMAT, WITH HOME STUDY AND PRACTICAL ATTENDANCE)
Induction (ZOOM) Choice of 18th or 23rd September. 10am to 3pm
Access Course - for candidates without Level 3 Sports Massage. October 16th to 20th (5 days, 10am to 5pm).
MON1023. November 13th to 17th; December 4th to 8th; January 15th to 19th, 2024; February 12th to 16th; March 11th to 15th; April 15th to 19th. (30 days) Plus one additional assessment day.
Zoom Sessions - There will be some live zoom sessions which will be agreed amongst the student cohort, these are likely to be 2 hour evening sessions in between practical dates. All sessions are recorded.
CLOSING DATE FOR BOOKING: 1st September 2023.
Course Content
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Functional Anatomy
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Clinical Joint Assessments (Ankle, Knee, Hip, Shoulder & Back, Muscle Testing, Neurological Tests, Special Tests)
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Postural Assessment – Static, Dynamic & Functional
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Myofascial Release
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Myofascial Postural Re-alignment
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Trigger Point Therapy
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Soft Tissue Mobilisation
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Soft Tissue Release
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Muscle Energy Techniques (PIR & RI)
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PNF
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Static Stretching
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Peripheral Joint Mobilisations (Passive Accessory & Physiological)
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Joint Articulations
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Back Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation
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Sports Injury Treatments and Rehabilitation
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Taping & Strapping (Athletic & Kinesiology)
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Fascial Taping
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Sports First Aid including Pitchside and AED
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Ultrasound
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Interferential
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Microcurrent
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TENS
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NMES
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Cryotherapy & Thermal Therapy
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Exercise Therapy (Core Stability, Proprioception, Open & Closed Chain Kinetic Exercise, Plyometrics)
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Gait Analysis and Biomechanics of Movement
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Rehabilitation of Spinal Injuries and Dysfunction
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Rehabilitation of Upper Limb Injuries and Dysfunction
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Rehabilitation of Lower Limb Injuries and Dysfunction
Please note, there is extensive home study with this course, which is started as soon as you enrol. The home study comprises of both text and video lessons.
Course Fees:
Please note, we are not government funded, and you are unable to pay for this course with student finance.
WEEKENDS
Level 5 without access course - £3,495.00. There is a 10% discount when paid in full. This course can be paid for with a £600 initial payment and 14 monthly instalments of £206.78, starting one month after booking.
Level 5 with access course - £3995.00. There is a 10% discount when paid in full. This course can be paid for with a £700 initial payment and 14 monthly instalments of £235.35, starting one month after booking.
WEEKDAYS
Level 5 without access course - £3,495.00. There is a 10% discount when paid in full. This course can be paid for with a £600 initial payment and 10 monthly instalments of £289.50, starting one month after booking.
Level 5 with access course - £3995.00. There is a 10% discount when paid in full. This course can be paid for with a £600 initial payment and 10 monthly instalments of £339.50, starting one month after booking.
*instalment durations will reduce the closer to the course the booking is made. Instalments shown here are for bookings made before 30th June 2023.
