COVID 19
We have carried out a full risk assessment to ensure that the highest standards of safety are in place for everyone coming in to the school, the decisions were based on the location, the layout and how we could modify the interior set up so that it meets the new health and safety requirements.
BTEC level 5 diploma course
BTEC Level 5 Professional Diploma in Sports Massage and Remedial Soft Tissue Therapy Diploma
Our Diploma is designed for anyone with a serious interest in pursuing corrective soft tissue therapy as a career.
NLSSM will take you from start to finish, no prior learning necessary.
Our course offers the whole package, starting with assessment skills, postural and movement, treat with advanced soft tissue skills & implement rehabilitation programs. Be the ‘go to person’, the soft tissue specialist that can offer more.
WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?
- Anyone wishing to change careers with a genuine interest in soft tissue remedial massage
- Anyone who is interested in "fixing" people
- Anyone who has completed the Massage Introduction course or has an equivalent qualification
- Anyone wanting to advance their soft tissue rehabilitative skills
- Anyone who strives to be the best in their profession
- Anyone who wants to offer the whole package from assessment, delivery and rehabilitation
Prerequisites: You are a qualified Level 3 practitioner or have completed the Massage Introduction course. This course is for those aged 18+ years.
For further information please contact us if you want to have a chat or arrange to come in and see us.
If you do not have any massage background you will need to do the NLSSM Massage Introduction course or an equivalent course. If you have a qualification already please check with our office as to whether it is suitable.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Online tuition and course lectures
- Use of DVD & video library
- Detailed schedule of work
- Online review quizzes for all 23 days
- Online - extra bonus videos reviewing practical work
- Access to schools' textbook library
- Access to practical sports massage rooms for additional practice sessions
- A supportive tutor mentoring system
- Comprehensive lecture notes
- A high ratio of teacher to student instruction
- BTEC Registration
- Final exam fees
- Free membership to Exercise Lab rehabilitation site
- Private Facebook group with job listings and support (ongoing after graduation)
- Student clinic (optional)
- Work placement
- Events opportunities
Course Syllabus
E & P Letter
Benefits of Massage
Contraindications
Schedule of Work – Welcome – Introduction – Course Overview
Watch: How To Set Up
Biotensegrity
Watch: Palpation
Schedule of Work – Biotensegrity & Palpation Skills
Compression
Tapotement
Vibration
Watch: Vibration and Compression
Watch: Tapotement
Schedule of Work – Advanced Positioning – Part 1 & New Techniques.docx
Friction
Strokes Effects & Purpose
Fascia & Scar Tissue 2020
Watch: Friction
Schedule of Work – Advanced Positioning – Part 2 & New Techniques.docx
Pre-event Massage
Pre & Post Event Presentation
Post-event massage
Post Marathon Event Check list
Organising an event
Watch: Consolidation of Techniques
Watch: Post Marathon Massage (Part 1)
Watch: Post Marathon Massage (Part 2)
Schedule of Work – Pre & Post Event.docx
Pathology Presentation Guidelines
Watch: Rheumatoid Arthritis
Schedule of Work – Pathologies – Mock General Massage Assessment.docx
General Massage Assessment Form
Watch: Hip Mobility
Schedule of Work – General Massage Assessment & Introduction to MET.docx
Muscle Energy Technique
Technical Explaination for PIR & RI MET
MET Muscles
Watch: MET PIR
Schedule of Work – Muscle Energy Technique (MET) PIR
Schedule of Work – Muscle Energy Technique (MET) RI
Watch: MET PIR & RI (Shoulder)
The Ankle Game
About MET Assessment
Bending Forward Muscle Check
RI Checklist
The Shoulder
PIR checklist
Watch: MET PIR & RI
Schedule of Work – Muscle Energy Technique (MET) PIR & RI
MET Assessment Form
Schedule of Work – MET Assessment & Introduction to STR
TSTR Part 1
TSTR Part 2
TSTR Part 3
STR Checklist
Schedule of Work – Transverse STR
Watch: Transverse STR (Part 1)
Watch: Transverse STR (Part 2)
Breathing Pattern Handout
Schedule of Work – TSTR & Breath Work
About STR Assessment
STR Assessment Form
NMT Part 1
NMT Part 2
NMT Part 3
Schedule of Work – TSTR Assessment & New Techniques
Trigger Point Presentation
Postural Screening List handout
Postural Assessment
Watch: Postural Assessment (Part 1)
Watch: Postural Assessment (Part 2)
Schedule of Work – Postural Assessment
Biotensegrity – Chris Newton
Biomechanics and Biotensegrity
Schedule of Work – Biomechanics vs Biotensegrity Principles
Injury Rehabilitation- Part 3
Watch: Homecare
Schedule of Work – Re-Education Methods Stretching and Corrective Exercises and Homecare
Injury Recognition & Rehab Pt 1
Schedule of Work – Injury recognition & rehabilitation part 1 Online Lecture
Injury Recognition and Rehab Pt 2
Schedule of Work – Injury Recognition & Rehabilitation Part 2 Zoom Lecture
Exercise Phys Supplementary Slides
Exercise Physiology
Schedule of Work – Physiology
NLSSM Abbreviations List
Legal Record Taking & Keeping
Case Study Guidelines
Case History – Abbreviation
Business Mastery Part 1
Watch: Clinic Rooms – Working From Home
- Business Mastery Part 2
Availability & registration
All courses in 2021 will be taking place at:
The Annexe, NLSSM, The Old Fire Station, Town Hall Approach Road, Tottenham, London, N15 4RX.
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