To be eligible, students must:

• Have successfully completed a Level 3 course with a minimum of 2 years experience.
• Have continued to do advanced CPD courses.
• Be predominantly working within this field.
• Hold a current first aid certificate.
• Have appropriate insurance.
• Be a member of a professional associaton.  

Application process
Step 1: Academic credential assessment.
Step 2: Prior learning assessment.
Step 3: Interview (which may include a practical assessment).
Step 4: A program will be designed specifically for you.  
 
Cost
Varies depending on your needs.  

Course dates and times
Modules run on different days througout the week, including weekends between 9am - 4pm.   

Location
The course is taught across our three venues in London.  See contact us for further details. 

The NLSSM Bridging Program leads to a BTEC Level 5 Professional Diploma in Sport & Remedial Massage Therapy with each course tailored specifically to each student.  We do this by building onyour strengths and experience and addressing your individual needs, allowing you to upgrade your skills and gaina  higher professional qualification.  

To help you determine your skills level, please reveiw the National Occupational Standards below. 

• NOS D21 Level 4 Qualifications
• NOS D22 Level 5 Qualifications

Syllabus
Course structure is offered in a module format and can include all or some of the following subjects depending on your needs:

• Neurological Assessment
• Injury & Rehabilitation
• Movement Therapy
• Pathology
• Advanced Techniques
• Neuromuscular Technique, Positional Release, Strain-Counter-Strain
• Postural Assessment
• Soft Tissue Release
• Muscle Energy Techniques
• Research
• Strapping & Taping

 Coursework & Assessments

• Practical assessments – MET, STR, Advanced techniques
• Coursework – 3 assignments
• A comprehensive case study
• 100 to 500 log hours
• A final written paper
• A final practical assessment
• A viva 

What to do next:

• To apply please send your CV, certificates and CPD Application Form along with a payment of £50 to: 
  
  Unit 12, LYST, NLSSM,
  Town Hall Approach Road,
  London, N15 4RX. 
   
• Payment can be made by cash, cheque, standing order or bank transfer.