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Personal Training and Sports Massage Therapy (Personal Training Academy) Level 3 Diploma

SCC SPO 0326 050

Location

Southend city college

Applicant Type

School Leavers

Level

Level 3

Subject

Sport & Fitness

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Course Overview

The Personal Training and Sports Massage Therapy Level 3 Diploma supports you to develop the skills and knowledge needed to work within fitness, health and sports therapy settings. It is suitable if you are interested in personal training, sports massage, or progressing into further education within sport, fitness or therapy‑based pathways. 

Throughout the course, you will take a practical approach to learning, allowing you to apply your skills in realistic industry‑focused settings. Learning focuses on understanding how the body works during physical activity and recovery, helping you support clients safely and effectively. You will develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology for sports massage, alongside principles of health and fitness. 

The course also covers soft tissue dysfunction, helping you understand how muscular issues arise and how sports massage techniques can be used to support recovery and performance. Professional practice is embedded throughout the programme, supporting you to work confidently and responsibly with clients. You will develop practical skills in delivering sports massage treatments, alongside an understanding of professional standards, communication and client care. 

By the end of the course, you will have developed practical experience, technical knowledge and professional awareness that support progression into sports massage, personal training roles or further study within fitness, health or rehabilitation‑focused pathways.

To study this course you will need four GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) or above, which must include Maths or English, plus a Level 2 qualification in Physical Activity, Fitness and Exercise Science (Personal Training Academy) or similar. Applicants are also required to successfully attend an interview event.
Assessment for this course includes practical assessment, portfolio work, assignments, performance, oral questioning, and group discussion.
This course is free to UK learners under 19 who are not in employment
Students can progress on to a Sport related degree at university or into employment.
1 year
Full Time
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Overall achievement rates (All learners)

90.2%

High achievement rates 3x 1

Ofstead good rating

Ofsted 3x 1

A safe environment to learn

Safe environment to learn 3x 1

Qualifications earned per year

18232

Impressive qualification numbers 3x 1

Award-winning careers programe

Award winning careers programme 3x 1

State-of-the-art facilities

State of the Art Facilities 3x 1

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