Ours is a responsive system of teaching, meaning that each class is taught according to its needs. We also use accelerated learning methods, allowing us to teach difficult subjects in a way that is interactive and effective, maximising the development of practical skills and academic understanding. Most of our tutors are also full time therapists and trained in a variety of complementary qualifications, so students benefit from their huge knowledge base and are learning from people who are practising every day in the real world.
A high teacher to student ratio...
We see a direct link between a therapist’s skills and the amount of quality attention they were given in training. That’s why, in practical sessions, we have a ratio of 1 teacher for every 3-4 students. In addition, our teachers are known for their generosity, putting in unpaid hours where needed to support and mentor individuals. All of us here get great satisfaction from developing students to their full potential, even if that means the odd late night. It’s all down to being professional and fun, but we believe that if we go the extra mile, so too will our students.
A pass rate of 98%...
98% is an impressive statistic and it’s only fair to point out that some students pass on their second attempt. The intensity of these courses is not to be underestimated, but we offer discounts on any additional tuition that might be needed and offer an incredible level of personal support to make sure that those people who want to succeed, will do so.
And the benefits don’t end when you graduate.
NLSSM offers on-going support in a number of ways, including:
Mentor evenings (open to students and graduates) on a variety of topics covering business to practical skills.
Bi-monthly newsletters keeping you up-to-date on events and opportunities at NLSSM and beyond.
Job opportunities from former students looking to expand their clinics, to major events work and elite sports teams looking for full time staff, we pass on details of hundreds of jobs and work opportunities every year.
Free advert listing on the NLSSM website, helping you to promote yourself as a qualified sports massage therapist.
The Student Clinic
This is a great opportunity for students to take what they have learnt in class and apply it in a real life clinical situation. The clinic is also there to help students work towards fulfilling their clinical logbook hours. It’s an invaluable asset and really does produce a much better therapist, providing mini tutorials in which students can seek advice from the senior tutor on hand, giving them more focused individual attention.
Work experience & events opportunities...
There’s nothing like the buzz of working at a sporting event. We are regularly approached to provide student volunteers, whether it’s for a one-off event or a longer working arrangement. These opportunities are not only great for gaining experience and building confidence, they’re also brilliant networking opportunities and a chance to see what the demands of the job really are.
Free copy of Susan’s book ‘Sports Massage’...
Described as an “essential guide for students while training, and an indispensable reference tool for newly qualified practitioners”, we’d be mad not to give every student their own copy.
An extensive library of books and DVDs...
Essential for learning at your own pace, checking things on the fly and, of course, revising for exams – we keep the library stocked with all the essentials and even some hard-to-find reference tools. Having access to such a well-stocked library also means that students aren’t obliged to spend large sums of money on books all at once.
Easily accessible location and free parking in front of the college