Passive Stretching – Couch Based Stretching
Online Course
Fully Online short course in Couch Based Passive stretching
Our accredited Online short course focuses on clinical application of Passive couch based stretching within a treatment environment.
This short course will review theory related to a range of stretching techniques, and focus will be drawn to passive static and PNF stretching for use within treatment and home care activities.
Open to Sports Massage Therapists at Level 3 or above, along with Sports Therapists, Osteopaths, Chiropractors, Physiotherapists and Rehabilitator as continued professional development.
This course covers theory and practical elements.
Accredited by the FHT and the STO and provides 8 CPD points / hours.
About the course
Online Course Design
This course is taught using a hands-on approach, therefore after reviewing theory, you will be review and practise a range of passive stretching techniques that can be used within treatment, at the end of treatment or as a stand alone treatment.
The fully online course design means that you can review each lesson as often as you would like to and you gain lifetime access to the online platform.
Theory content is delivered within a video format, along with practical demonstrations.
You can send a message from the online platform with any questions that you have during your study, or you can email questions.
Accredited by the Federation of Holistic Therapists and the Sports Therapy Organisation. Insurable with the FHT, STO, Balens and BGI.
Overview of Course
- Introduction to stretching modalities
- Use of stretching techniques within treatment and benefits of couch based stretching
- Differences in stretching modalities such as active, passive and PNF stretching, and benefits of each
- Application of stretching techniques to clinical treatment
- Over 20 different video demonstrations of a range of Passive static and Passive PNF stretching within a clinical setting using a range of stretching techniques
- Short online assessment to check learning
- Pdf copy of course completion certificate detailing 8 CPD hours
- Unlimited access to course material.
Entry Requirements & background
Course applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old and must hold a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Sports Massage Therapy or similar. Applicants should have also been practising Massage Therapy for a period of time prior to enrolling on this course.
Also open to Sports Therapists, Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Rehabilitation Professionals etc.
This course will expand on massage treatment knowledge, and will develop the use of couch based passive stretching within treatment.
On completion of the course you will be able to demonstrate effective use and application of couch based passive stretching for use within treatment.
Cancellation policy
Your payment for this CPD course is non-refundable. It is not possible to have your place refunded in whole or part once your booking has been confirmed, or to transfer to a later date once you have already paid.
Therefore we STRONGLY recommend that you take out insurance to cover your costs in the event that you have to cancel or curtail your training. By registering and paying for this course, you are agreeing to this cancellation policy.
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