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Designed for therapists wishing to upgrade to the new ISRM BTEC Level 5 qualification and join the Institute of Sport & Remedial Massage.
 
The course is available to formally qualified massage and sports therapists with at least two year’s clinical experience, as well as to doctors, physiotherapists, osteopaths and chiropractors.
 
Initial Assessment

With the wide range of different training courses taken, and the unique variety of learning experiences therapists gain after qualifying, it is impractical to have a single, fixed programme that would suit everyone.  We therefore start with an initial assessment of skill and knowledge which we match against the Learning Outcomes (detailed below) that make up our BTEC qualification.  From this we will discuss any additional training/workshops that you may need to attend to make up any shortfalls in your knowledge and practical skills, and devise a programme to meet your individual needs.
 
The fee for this initial assessment is £50.

To apply for the Bridging Course please contact PTS on 01280 812340 or email us at courses@pulsetrainingsolutions.co.uk.
 
Bridging Programme

The fee for the bridging programme is £500 and includes:

  • BTEC registration and ISRM administration fees
  • 6 months ISRM student membership
  • Home study coursework - 4 written assignments and 2 case studies marked by ISRM assessors and returned with marks and correction notes
  • Practice treatment log
  • Pre-exam practice day
  • ISRM exams (I theory, 1 practical)
  • BTEC and ISRM certification

Depending on the practitioner's level of knowledge and expertise, they may be required to complete additional workshops.  These are charged at a fee of £100 per day and run from 10.00 am - 4.00 pm and cover the following subjects:

  • Postural assessment (one day)
  • Muscle energy technique (one day)
  • Positional release technique (one day)
  • Soft tissue release (one day)
  • Joint assessments (two days)

These workshops will be taught from our premises in Buckingham. 

ISRM BTEC Qualification - Summary of Learning Outcomes
 
For successful completion the candidate must:
 
Be able to describe the structure and components of the musculoskeletal system with regard to their support and movement

Be able to identify and explain the function of the bones, bony prominences and joints of the human skeletal system

Be able to identify and explain the function of the muscle locations, origins and insertions on the human body

Understand and explain the different types of muscle function

Be able to describe and explain muscle physiology

Be able to describe the structure and function of the major systems of the human body

Be able to identify and carry out correctly massage techniques in the treatment of physiological conditions

Be able to demonstrate research techniques and correct referral procedures

Be able to recognise the signs of and explain the causes of the symptoms of musculoskeletal injuries

Be able to take clients’ case histories

Be able to assess using several appropriate methods a client’s function and range of movement

Be able to conduct a postural assessment and explain the reasons for the conclusions drawn

Evaluate the outcomes of each treatment

Prepare for massage treatment

Demonstrate the application of standard massage techniques

Be able to explain the physiological effects, uses and benefits of the massage techniques.

Be able to treat areas of soft tissue dysfunction on a client, using neuromuscular techniques
 
Be able to treat areas of myofascial restriction on a client, using a variety of muscle energy techniques

Be able to release local areas of soft tissue restriction on a client, using a range of soft tissue release techniques

Be able to release local areas of fascial restriction on a client, using connective tissue techniques
 
Be able to demonstrate how to release chronic muscle tension using positional release technique

Explain the factors and phases involved in a rehabilitation programme

Explain and evaluate the techniques used to prevent injuries

Demonstrate and evaluate the treatment of a variety of injuries

Be able to give a client remedial exercise advice which meets the client’s specific needs

Be able to demonstrate a knowledge of how to set up a business

Be able to explain the basic employment and Health & Safety Regulations relevant to a small business

Be able to demonstrate a knowledge of the code of ethics and practice relevant to professional practice
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