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VTCT Level 3 Award in Taping and Strapping for Sport and Active Leisure

Level 3
Part-Time
25/26
50095250
Vocational training charitable trust

Overview

The VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Taping and Strapping for Sport and Active Leisure is a highly specialised qualification aimed at individuals looking to enhance their professional skills in the field of sports therapy and injury management. This course is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to effectively apply taping and strapping techniques for injury prevention and management in sport and active leisure settings.

During this course, you will gain a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of taping and strapping, including:

  • The accepted standards of practice within the industry.
  • Relevant indications and contraindications for taping and strapping.
  • Health, safety, and hygiene considerations.
  • How to devise and evaluate taping and strapping strategies.
  • Practical skills for the correct application of taping and strapping to support and limit specific movement.

Applying taping and strapping to support and limit specific movement in sport and active leisure.

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage or an alternative equivalent qualification.

Practicals and written assessments.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, you will be equipped to carry out basic taping and strapping techniques to support and limit specific movement for individuals in sport and active leisure. You could also progress to further qualifications, such as:

  • VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy.
  • VTCT Level 3 Award in Applying Hot and Cold Techniques in Sport and Active Leisure.

This course is ideal for individuals working in or aspiring to work in the sport and active leisure industry, particularly those who already hold a VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage or an equivalent qualification. It is perfect for those wishing to enhance their professional repertoire by learning specialist taping and strapping techniques.

Course Structure

The qualification is structured to provide a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical training:

  • Training Days: Two intensive training days running from 9.30am to 4pm each day, where you will learn and practice essential techniques.
  • Assessment Evening: Comprehensive assessment from 4pm to 9.30pm, where your knowledge and practical abilities will be evaluated.

1 Available Session

* The fees quoted are per annum and are payable for each year of the course’s duration and are subject to additional examination fees as per fees policy.

Dungannon

Part-Time

P3250DP10B

Session Code

1 Year(s)

Duration

Further Education

Mode of Study

6

Hours per Week

3

Number of Weeks

Interview Required

25/26

Academic Year

10/02/2026

Start Date

09:30-16:00

Time

Tuesday

Day/s

Cathy.McKenna@swc.ac.uk

Coordinator(s)

Total Annual Fee £103.00

Total Concessionary Fee N/A

Full Fee Breakdown

**Concession Fee Breakdown

Fees Payable Each Year

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