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Sports Rehabilitation
with Diploma in Massage

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INTRODUCTION:

Your Path to Excellence: QQI Level 5 Sports Rehab with Diploma in Massage Course 

Are you passionate about sports, injuries, and rehabilitation? Ready to turn that passion into a rewarding career? Our QQI Level 5 Sports Rehab with Diploma in Massage Course is designed just for you!  

Sports Rehabilitation with Diploma in Massage

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Leaving Certificate (LC Established, LCVP or LCA) or equivalent.
  • For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
  • All applicants will be required to attend an interview
  • Biology would be an advantage.

DURATION:

This is a one-year course.

FEES:

Please see fees & payment for details. 

CERTIFICATION:

  • QQI Level 5 in Sports, Recreation & Exercise (5M5146).
  • VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage.

COURSE OVERVIEW:

Sporting activities often lead to injuries, which can result in significant downtime, treatment costs, and long-term negative effects. National governing bodies prioritize player health and injury prevention, making it essential for everyone involved in sports to understand injuries, their treatment, and prevention. 

FOCUS AREAS :

Injury Prevention & Exercise Prescription: Learn to design programs for return-to-sport scenarios, performance enhancement, and improving health and function in injured populations. 

Transferable Skills Development: Enhance your communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities, which are essential in any professional setting. 

ITEC Level 3 Massage Certificate: Gain a globally recognized certification in massage, opening doors to diverse career opportunities. 

Client Advisement: Strengthen your treatment strategies by learning to advise clients on activities, exercise, and stretching to maximize the benefits of your soft tissue techniques. 

Work Placement Opportunities: Experience is key to your learning journey. We provide work-based learning opportunities, allowing you to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings. This practical experience is invaluable for your future employment. 

Holistic Approach: Our course offers a balanced curriculum that integrates exercise, manual therapies, and training for performance enhancement and rehabilitation. 

COURSE CONTENT:

The following subjects may be offered.

Sports and Exercise Injury Prevention - 5N5665

You will learn the practical skills and knowledge which may be used in the prevention or treatment of different sports injuries. The module is weighted heavily on practical demonstration along with assignments and an end of year exam.

Exercise and Fitness - 5N2668

You will gain knowledge and instructional skills to assist an exercise instructor in the delivery of a safe and effective exercise programme or class.

Sports Anatomy & Physiology - 5N4648

You will learn about every aspect of how the body works. How each system works (e.g. the digestive system, the nervous system, the musculoskeletal system etc ); how different systems depend on each other to function, what happens when the body doesn’t work properly and most importantly what is needed for the body to remain healthy.

Body Massage and Figure Analysis - 5N3565

The purpose of this module is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work autonomously and independently in carrying out figure analysis and body massage treatments.

Sport and Recreation Studies - 5N2667

This is a broad introduction to the whole area of sport, recreation, exercise, leisure and play. We study history and philosophy as well as industry structure and current issues affecting sport.

Nutrition - 5N2006

The purpose of this unit is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the nutritional composition of food and the effects of food and nutrition on an individual’s health and personal well-being.

Customer Service - 5N0972

The principles of excellent customer service for the Fitness industry. The practical application of good customer service practice in professional settings online and in person. This equips the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to provide effective customer service within a work, social or voluntary environment, operating independently while under general supervision.

Work Experience - 5N1356

You will learn how to obtain work experience by preparing for interviews, researching your chosen field, future employment and/or Higher Education. Partake in relevant vocational work following all policies and protocols associated with the industry.

MASTER TAPING COURSE:

Learn from industry experts about effective sports taping and strapping techniques. Gain insights into how these methods can prevent injuries and aid the healing process.

EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:

For full details on progression opportunities see these links:

Excellent progressions opportunities including:

  • MTU: Recreation and Leisure Management (MT510).
  • MTU: Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health and Exercise Sciences with Massage Therapy Course (MT912).
  • SETU Carlow: BSc (Hons) in Sport Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy (CW188).
  • SETU Carlow: Higher Certificate in Physiology and Health Science (CW106).

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Unlock a world of opportunities in various sectors, including: 
Health and Wellness Clinics 
Sports Clubs and Institutions 
Spas and Resorts 
Fitness and Health Clubs 
Cruise Ships 
Private Practice 
Past students have worked with: 
Professional and amateur athletes 
Sports clubs and organizations 
Sports injury clinics 
Professional sporting bodies 

GRADUATE PROGRESSION:

Class of 2017/2018

  • Ciaran Geaney, MTU – BBus Recreation and Leisure Management.
  • James Maher, MTU – BBus Recreation and Leisure Management.
  • Naomi O’Leary, Carlow IT – BSc Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy.
  • Liam Rice, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, Scotland – BSc (Hons) Podiatry.

Class of 2016/2017 Year 1

  • Charlotte Mahony, Trinity College Dublin – BSc Physiotherapy.
  • Michael Ryan, University of Limerick – BSc Physiotherapy.
  • Leighann O’Shea, GMIT – BSc Sports and Exercise Science.
  • Barry O’Connell, Carlow IT – Higher Certificate in Physiology and Health Science.
  • Ellen Twomey, Carlow IT – BSc Honours Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy.
  • Aine O’Donovan, UWE Bristol – BSc Sports Rehabilitation.
  • Aaron Hennessy, UCC – BA Arts.

Class of 2016/2017 Year 2

  • Laura Fitzgerald, Carlow IT – BSc Honours Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy.
  • Luke Conroy, Carlow IT – BSc Honours Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy.
  • Scott O’Connell, Salford University – Sports Injury Rehabilitation.
  • William O’Flaherty, Salford University – Sports Injury Rehabilitation.
  • Andrew Harrington, MTU – BBus Accounting.

Class of 2015/2016

  • Owen Connolly – UCC Sports Studies and Physical Education (BEd Hons).
  • Jason Cott – Bournemouth University Clinical Exercise Science BSc (Hons).
  • Victoria West – Anglo-European College of Chiropractic MChiro (Hons).

Class of 2014/2015

  • Jake Inglis and Dylan Walsh – Cardiff Metropolitan University – Sports Conditioning Rehabilitation and Massage – BSc (Hons).

SPECIAL FEATURES:

Students can obtain work experience with physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, massage therapists, leisure centres, etc.

Why this course?:

Our course ensures you’re not just academically prepared but also practically skilled. With a curriculum that emphasizes practical training and work-based learning, you’ll graduate ready to hit the ground running in your new career. 

Enroll today and transform your interest in sports, injuries, and rehab into a fulfilling career.  

CONTACT DETAILS:

Paddy Gleeson, Course Director
Email: patrick.gleeson@corketb.ie
Tel: (021) 2067 643