Sports Massage Therapy – Level 4

Course Code: PHH110B/NM1

Course Type
Higher Education
Subject Area
Sports, Coaching & Exercise Health
Location
Bridgwater College
Start date
07/09/2026
Duration

1 evening per week for 30 weeks

Fees
16-18: £811.00
19+: £811.00

Course Overview

This course is delivered at University Centre Somerset, for more information please visit www.somerset.ac.uk

This qualification is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to work as a sports massage therapist. You will learn how to assess and treat a range of common sports injuries, and how to provide massage to athletes to help them to prepare for and recover from competition.

Topics may include:

  • Anatomy and physiology for sports massage
  • Principles of health and fitness
  • Professional practice in sports massage
  • Understanding sports massage
  • Sports massage treatments

Assessment Methods

Assessment is through a combination of practical assessments, coursework and examinations.

Progression Options

On successful completion of this qualification, you will be able to work as a sports massage therapist, or to progress to a higher level qualification in a related subject.

Entry Requirements

You will need a Level 3 qualification in sports massage therapy, or an equivalent qualification.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can apply directly on any of the UCS College Group websites, whether you wish to study at Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College, or Taunton College. Simply use our “Find a Course” feature and follow the on-screen instructions – be sure to have your important information to hand.