VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy

General Entry Requirements:

The general entry requirements below identify the minimum qualifications needed to apply for the programme. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on application. You are required to upload a copy of your qualification certificates to show how you meet the entry requirements for the programme prior to enrolment. Applications will also require successful completion of the admissions process.

GCSE/ Level 2 Requirements:

• GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

AND

• GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.
• The VTCT Level 3 certificate or Diploma in sports massage therapy or equivalent qualification and
• The VTCT Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology with nutrition for sports therapies or equivalent qualifications

Access Diploma:

• Access Diploma in Foundation Studies with an overall average of 60%+

International Students English Language Requirements  

International applicants, from Non-Native English speaking countries, must have evidence of English Language Level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:  

• IELTS 6.0 (Academic) (minimum of 5.5 in all skills)   
• PTE Academic 51 (minimum of 46 in each part)  
• Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test  

For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk  

Admissions

• Successful completion of the admissions process

Accreditation of Prior Learning   

Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).   Further details on APL can be found in the HE Admissions Process section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.  

This course requires an interview and skills test.

Graduates will be able to progress onto the VTCT Level 5 Certificate in Sports Massage (QCF), which will build upon the skills, knowledge and understanding gained at Level 4.

Graduates from Level 4 are also eligible to join the SMA (Sports Massage Association) at Level 4.

Approximate prices below of extra costs:

• Uniform: T-shirt £20 
• Equipment: Massage Oils £8 (500ml) & Portable massage plinth £100-£200 for use at home.