what is the qualification for regular massage and sports massage therapist?
Hello Aspirant,
sports massage therapist is required to hold state licensing; the license will be in massage therapy, not specifically in sports massage. Typical requirements include completing a 500 to 1,000 hour post-secondary program and passing a licensing examination. It may be helpful to seek certification in particular modalities used in sports therapy, for example, myofascial techniques.
career as a Sports Massage Therapist means you'll need to be caring both about the physical and mental state of your clients. This means you'll need:
To enjoy working closely with people
Good communication skills.
To be able to put any clents who are experiencing physical and mental stress at ease and make them feel comfortable.
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