Diploma of Sport (Athlete Support Services)

Science-based training for a natural advantage. Enrol now.

Help Athletes Achieve Their Potential

Sports-mad countries like Australia offer excellent career prospects not just for athletes, but also the individuals supporting them.

People skilled in sports massage, nutrition, taping techniques and psychology are in demand. This ACNT course covers all these and more.

Gain a nationally recognised qualification - plus the opportunity to work with sporting organisations like the Sydney Swans Football Club.

Career-focused Fitness Course

Two qualifications in one
Recognised & accredited
Flexible study options

Quick Course Guide
Qualification	Diploma of Sport (Athlete Support Services) + Diploma of Remedial Massage	Enrolment dates	Distance education option: Enrol anytime - start now! In-class option: Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for upcoming start dates
Study time	1 year full-time 2 years by distance education	Pre-requisites	None
Delivery method	Flexible: In class and/or by distance education	Assessment	Exams + practical training
Delivered by	ACNT	Finance options	Flexible payment options available

Graduate with Two Competitive Qualifications

This government-accredited course combines two qualifications into a single program of study. Upon graduation, you'll be awarded the Diploma of Sport (Athlete Support Services) and the Diploma of Remedial Massage, giving you a distinct competitive advantage.

In addition to the full curriculum of the Diploma of Remedial Massage course, you'll learn how to use sports massage across a wide range of sports, making this course ideal for aspiring coaches, trainers and sports massage therapists.


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You'll also learn about:

Sports nutrition
Sports psychology
Sports taping techniques
Developing, implementing and managing sports programmes and athlete services
Staff management
Project planning
Establishing, maintaining and reviewing records
Market research
Risk analysis

You'll gain the skills required to enter the diverse world of sport and deal with a range of sporting injuries and conditions. Through the sports management component of this course, you'll gain an additional set of skills that can lead to a wider range of career opportunities.

You'll also gain invaluable experience through extensive clinical training, which provides you with the opportunity to work with various organisations and sporting teams - and ensures you graduate job ready.

Course Modules

Anatomy & Physiology I
Anatomy & Physiology II
Anatomy & Physiology IIIb
Anatomy & Physiology IIIc
Biomechanics and Kinesiology - Introduction
Clinic - Diploma of Remedial Massage
Clinic - Sports Massage
Clinical Skills for Complementary Therapists
Counselling Ia - Communication Skills
Exercise Therapy
First Aid - Basic
Health Issues in Special Populations
Human Exercise Physiology
Laboratory Tests and Medical Reports - Introduction
Lymphatic Drainage I - Basic Techniques
Lymphatic Drainage II - Advanced Techniques
Manage a Practice
Massage I - Basic/Swedish
Massage II - Remedial Techniques
Massage III - Assessment and Protocols

Massage IV - Sports Injury Treatment Protocols
Massage V - Advanced Sports Massage
Myofascial Release I - Foundations
Myofascial Release II - Advanced Techniques
Nutrition Ia
Occupational Health & Safety
Pathology - Introduction
Physical Examination I - Basic Techniques
Physical Examination II - Advanced Techniques
Professional Development
Seated Massage
Sport and Recreation in Society
Sports Management
Sports Nutrition I
Sports Psychology- Foundations
Sports Taping-Introduction
Surface Anatomy
Symptomatology & Diagnosis - Body Systems
Symptomatology & Diagnosis - Sports Injuries
Trigger Point Techniques

First Aid Training to Complete Your Qualification

This massage course requires first aid training as part of the course curriculum. If you've previously completed a first aid course which meets the national competencies for the National Training Package HLTFA301B - Apply First Aid (including St. John Ambulance Senior First Aid Certificate), you'll receive credit for this part of the course.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about this requirement.

Articulation and Upgrade Pathways

Through ACNT's articulation arrangement with Charles Sturt University, you may apply for entrance into the University's Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) degree program, using your qualification to gain advanced standing.

This diploma also qualifies you to enrol in and receive advanced standing for the Bachelor of Applied Social Science degree at the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP).

Industry Accreditation

This course is recognised by:

Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)
Australian Association of Massage Therapists (AAMT)
Association of Remedial Masseurs (ARM)

Study Options

Study this course in any one of the following ways:

Distance education - enrol and start your course anytime (a tutor will be assigned to you)
In class full-time - attend classes at the ACNT campus in Sydney
Combination - study some modules in class and others by distance education

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for in-class enrolment dates or for more information about these study options.

Flexible Payment Options

There are several payment options available for your convenience, including:

Annual payment
Semester payment

This course is Austudy, Abstudy and Youth Allowance approved. SEEK Learning also provides a finance option from Hanover Consumer Finance in Australia. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more payment and financing options for this course.

About ACNT

With over 25 years' experience, the Australasian College of Natural Therapies (ACNT) has built a reputation for providing quality, accredited courses in natural health and beauty therapy. One of the largest colleges of its kind in the world, ACNT trains thousands of students per year and delivers highly qualified, knowledgeable and job-ready graduates.

Learn more about ACNT.