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  • YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Performance Massage (610/0701/8)

    This qualification enables learners to perform massage at a fundamental level on nonpathological tissue, perhaps as an adjunct to a personal training or gym session.

    YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Performance Massage

    Qualifications Type

    Technical Specialism

    Qualification Number (QN)

    610/0701/8

    Availability

    Operational start date – 1 March 2023

    Operational end date –

    Certification end date –

    Latest version of qualification –

    Entry Requirements

    • Aged 16+
    • Be fit enough to perform massage
    • Be able to communicate with clients, although these skills will be developed during the qualification.

    Assessments

    • Knowledge questions
    • Worksheets
    • Written tasks
    • Observations

    Endorsement

    Overview

    This qualification enables learners to perform massage at a fundamental level on nonpathological tissue, perhaps as an adjunct to a personal training or gym session.

    The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide massage for preparation and recovery from strenuous activities. It also meets the pre-entry requirement for the new YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy (Soft Tissue Dysfunction)  – the only qualification mapped to the new NOS that meets the requirements for entry to SMA for membership as a sports massage therapist.

    Qualification details

    This qualification contains content to support learners to:

    • Understand the anatomy and physiology of the skin and major body systems including the cardio-respiratory, endocrine, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, nervous, and urinary systems.
    • Understand the interaction between the musculoskeletal and nervous systems, and the effects of exercise of body systems.
    • Understand soft tissue dysfunction, the process of soft tissue repair and the effects of performance massage on body systems.
    • Understand the importance of healthy eating, how to promote a healthy lifestyle and affect lifestyle can have on the effectiveness of performance massage treatments
    • Understand legislation and standards relevant to the massage profession, including scope of practice and the principles of professional practice
    • Conduct client assessments, design performance massage treatment plans and perform performance massage treatments
    • Apply the principles and methods of post-treatment care and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans

    Benefits of YMCA Awards endorsement

    Realise extra value from existing, non-regulated training programmes

    Evidence high standards of teaching, resources and support

    Learn from our experts to reach your ongoing development ambitions

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