Venues

Granton Campus, Sighthill Campus

Content

HNC Soft Tissue Therapy is a one-year practical course with a strong theoretical component. Providing you with an industry-recognised qualification, this course develops the knowledge and skills required to work as a Soft Tissue Therapist.

It offers the opportunity to be competent in a variety of relevant techniques and the understanding needed for safe practice.

You will learn how to treat soft tissues of clients from a wide range of ages and abilities who might participate in recreational levels of activity through to elite-level performance.

The topics covered include: Anatomy and Physiology; Clinical Sports Massage; Prevention and Management of Sports Injuries; Professional Standards.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers, preferably English and a science subject; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Interview. Practical and written test.

You will require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.

Progression Routes

Year 2 of HND Sports Therapy