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Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage (iTEC)

Advance your career with a part-time Level 4 sports massage course

Based at our Waldegrave Road Campus, this Level 4 sports massage course develops advanced professional skills in injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for active clients. Delivered part-time over 12 sessions, iTEC Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage course offers a structured and progressive route to advanced professional training. The course is designed for qualified therapists who have completed the and want to develop their practice alongside work or existing client commitments.

The course develops your existing knowledge of sports massage therapy, giving you a deeper understanding of injury management and advanced massage techniques. You’ll learn to assess and treat common patterns of dysfunction and suitable pre-diagnosed injuries, preparing you to work confidently with recreational athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and team sport players

"I studied a level 3 and 4 diploma in sports massage at St Mary's University. I thoroughly enjoyed the content of both courses. The tutors were fantastic and the weekly hands-on sessions gave me a thorough understanding of best techniques and practices to use with my clients."
Former sports massage student

Why choose the Level 4 sports massage course at St Mary’s?

  • Build confidence through structured, tutor-led practical sessions, developing advanced job-ready sports massage techniques through progressive learning over time.
  • Learn from expert tutors with real-world commercial experience, bringing applied insight from professional sports massage practice into every session.
  • Benefit from 12 face-to-face teaching sessions, with personalised feedback, close academic support, and hands-on learning throughout the course.
  • Become part of the St Mary’s community, with access to campus facilities including the library, discounted gym membership, and wider student support and benefits.

Level 4 sports massage course details


Award and qualification

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When you successfully complete this course, you’ll be awarded the Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy.

After your Level 4 sports massage course

After completing the part-time Level 4 Certificate, you’ll hold a recognised qualification to work with athletes and active populations. You’ll be equipped to assess and treat sports-related injuries, apply advanced massage techniques, and support rehabilitation across a range of sporting and performance settings.

If you’d like to continue developing your expertise, the natural next step is the .


Contact us

For more information about this course please contact the Short Courses team:

  • Telephone: 020 8240 4321
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