About This Class
This course develops the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to provide sports massage treatments safely and professionally. Learners will study anatomy and physiology, sports-related injuries, injury prevention and management, consultation and assessment, massage techniques, treatment planning and post-treatment care.
Course Structure and Learning Approach
Course Outline
​At the end of the class, the student will be able to:
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Explain the energy systems and their role in exercise.
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Identify major muscles, muscle structures and their functions.
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Explain muscle actions and fibre types.
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Identify major bones, joints and joint movements.
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Explain the effects of exercise on the nervous and endocrine systems.
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Identify common sports injuries, conditions and pathologies.
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Recognise skin injuries and environmental factors affecting athletes.
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Apply injury prevention and management principles.
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Demonstrate stretching, thermotherapy and cryotherapy techniques.
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Explain fitness principles and exercise training methods.
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Describe soft tissue dysfunction and the stages of healing.
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Conduct client consultations and physical assessments.
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Identify contraindications and treatment restrictions.
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Record client information accurately and securely.
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Apply professional, hygienic and safe treatment practices.
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Demonstrate classical massage and sports massage techniques.
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Apply advanced techniques including NMT, MET, STR, CTM and PNF.
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Adapt sports massage treatments to client needs and sporting requirements.
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Evaluate treatment outcomes and client feedback.
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Recommend appropriate aftercare, self-treatment and rehabilitation exercises.
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Complete case studies and practical treatments to demonstrate competence.
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The learner will also develop knowledge about related health and safety and client care and communication which is essential to work and be successful in the industry.
Course Benefits and Career Opportunities
Teacher to Student Ratio
1:10
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​Opportunities for employment
There are opportunities for a sports massage therapist to find employment in a variety of areas:
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Beauty salons
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Hotels
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Health clubs
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Spas
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Own business
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Cruise liners
Entry Requirements
16 years old and above
Obtained a pass in GCE N level equivalent English or Chinese as 2nd language proficiency. Foreign students will be assessed by the course advisor for suitability.
Course Registration Venue
Beauty Valley Pte. Ltd. 1 Park Road, #04-25/26 People’s Park Complex, Singapore 059108
Course Venue
35 Selegie Road, #10-20, Parklane Shopping Mall, Singapore 188307
Course Duration
The qualification consists of 1 mandatory unit with a total of 225 hours (28 days) of Guided Learning (GL) to achieve the full qualification.
Full time
2 Months (5 days per week, 8 hours per day)
Part time
3 months (2 days per week, 8 hours per day)
Examination Requirements
Students must attain 75% attendance to be eligible to take the examinations and achieve 60% to pass the examination.
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Practical examination
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Portfolio of evidence – 15 treatments
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MCQ (50 Questions)
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To assist the students, the school will provide additional hours of training with practical sessions and mock examinations.
Course Fees (include 9% GST)
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Course Fee: S$2200*
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Exam Fee: S$450
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Registration Fee: S$50
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*Fees does not include material or equipment usage for tutorials
Refund Policy
% of [the amount of Course Fees and Miscellaneous Fees paid under Schedules B and C]
If the Contracting Party’s written notice of withdrawal is received:
100%​
more than 14 working days before the Course Commencement Date
20%​
less than 14 workings days before the Course Commence Date
0%​
On or after the Course Commencement Date
