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Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy for Sports (RQF)
(QRN – 603/4659/0)
Qualification Overview
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy for Sports (RQF) is aimed at those learners currently working in the sports and active leisure sector.
The purpose of the Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy for Sports (RQF) is to provide learners with the knowledge of anatomy and physiology for sports massage, provide an understanding of sports massage techniques, and demonstrate professional practice.
Qualification Structure
In order to complete the Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy for Sports (RQF) learners must achieve 37 credits from the 5 mandatory units.
Learner Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification.
Age Ranges
Entry is at the discretion of the centre; however, learners should be at least 16 years of age to undertake the qualification.
Geographical Coverage
This qualification is available in England and Northern Ireland.
Qualification Specification
To view the Qualification Specification please click here.
| Unit Title | Unit Ref | Level | Credit | GLH | |
| Mandatory Units | |||||
| Anatomy and Physiology for Sports Massage | F/616/8377 | 3 | 5 | 40 | |
| Principles of Health and Fitness | J/616/8378 | 2 | 4 | 28 | |
| Understand the Principles of Soft Tissue Dysfunction and Injury | M/617/6331 | 3 | 5 | 30 | |
| Understand Professional Practice in Sports Massage Treatments | T/617/6332 | 3 | 6 | 40 | |
| Understand and Provide Different Sports Massage Treatments | A/617/6333 | 3 | 17 | 87 | |