National Qualification in Sports Taping and Strapping

Master the art of sports strapping today!

This Sports Taping And Strapping course offers exclusive training to therapists, sports coaches, and more with existing First Aid qualifications, equipping them with the necessary skills for immediate on-field injury intervention.

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About our Sports Taping and Strapping Course

  • Dublin
  • Blended Learning
  • 2 Evenings Online and 1 Full Day On-Site
  • 2 Evenings + 1 Full Day

The National Qualification in Sports Taping and Strapping is an advanced course delivered using our new hybrid format and designed for all bodywork therapists, sporting coaches and other allied medical professionals to increase knowledge and develop the professional skills required to identify common injury sites and to offer appropriate intervention for the preparation and treatment of the site using taping and strapping.

This course is ideal for qualified therapists working with athletes, football teams, rugby or other sporting teams and/or other physically active clients.

This course will teach you effective sports taping and strapping techniques for injury prevention whilst teaching you how to minimize the chance of further damage when an injury occurs as well as tips on how to aid the healing process.

Sports taping and strapping are important techniques used in sports medicine to provide support and stability to joints and muscles. The primary benefit of taping and strapping is injury prevention. When an athlete is engaged in physical activity, the joints and muscles are under constant stress and can be prone to injuries. Taping and strapping can reduce the risk of injury by providing additional support to these areas.

In addition to preventing injuries, taping and strapping can also help manage existing injuries. For example, athletes with sprains or strains can use taping or strapping to reduce pain and inflammation, and to provide additional support to the affected area. This can help athletes return to their sport more quickly.

Taping and strapping can also have a positive impact on athletic performance. When athletes feel more secure and supported, they are more confident in their movements, which can lead to improved performance. Taping and strapping can also be used to provide support and stability to weak or injured areas, allowing athletes to push themselves harder without the risk of further injury.

Finally, taping and strapping are a cost-effective alternative to other medical interventions. Surgery, for example, can be expensive and require a lengthy recovery time. Taping and strapping, on the other hand, are relatively inexpensive and can be done quickly and easily. This makes them an attractive option for athletes at all levels of competition.

What our gradutes say!

Some unsolicited testimonials from our graduates from over the years.
" Your professionalism and knowledge ... shines through at all times "

A very big thank you for a wonderful course. You are all very special people in different ways. Your professionalism and knowledge delivered with love fun and passion shines through at all times. I will miss you all very much. Be that body !!

Karen Reynolds
Personal Training Graduate
" The tutors are very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming "

The NTC is an excellent facility. The tutors are very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming and I always enjoy coming back here.

Orla Flynn
Personal Training Graduate
" I had the privilege of treating Sir Chris Hoy of the GB cycling team "

In April 2012 I completed the Certificate level Neuromuscular Therapy course. Since I completed the course I have had massive success and progression. I had several private clients that I attained from advertising in the gym that I was working in, and also worked on a referral basis with physiotherapist David Gardiner owner of Physiotherapyworks in Naas Co.Kildare.

In August 2012 I moved to Perth, Australia where I have enjoyed even more success. I spent 8 months working at Subiaco Sports Massage and while working in this clinic I had the privilege of treating several Olympic athletes including Sir Chris Hoy of the GB cycling team and also Western Force rugby team of the super 15s competition.

I really enjoyed my time at the NTC – we really had a great group and we all keep in touch.

Colin Cassidy
Neuromuscular Therapy Graduate
" I will definitely recommend this course to a friend or a family member "

Thank you to John Sharkey and all the NTC tutors. The Advanced European Neuromuscular Therapy course has been an eye-opener for me because of my background in Personal Training and Sports Massage. I have learnt unique ways of treating pain and have been applying these techniques to my existing clients.

In particular, a long-term client of mine with knee chronic pain, after few hours of treatment her knee pain has reduced by 80 percent.

Once again thank you to all NTC tutors this would not have been possible without you. It is a shame the course has come to an end but I also can’t wait to treat people with chronic pain and do a diploma in Neuromuscular Therapy. I will definitely recommend this course to a friend or a family member.

Ismail Sina
Neuromuscular Therapy Graduate
" I really enjoyed the course and the highly engaged and motivated tutors "

I really enjoyed the course and the highly engaged and motivated tutors. I found the course very interesting and was fascinated by the individual components of NMT.

I would like to thank everybody involved for their highly valuable input, knowledge and support while studying.

Sabine Graef
Neuromuscular Therapy Graduate
" Qualification that is recognised and accepted with high regard within the industry "

Can I pass on my sincerest gratitude to all the staff at NTC ? Once again you all have delivered another professional and enjoyable course that ensures a qualification that is recognised and accepted with high regard within the industry.

Alan Devine
Neuromuscular Therapy Graduate
" If it wasn't for Larry I would have let my nerves get the best of me "

I have just sat my NMT exams and if it wasn’t for Larry, one of my tutors who helped me out, I would have let my nerves get the best of me. I also wish to thank the rest of the tutors and staff for all their help over the past 18 months.

Nicole Dunne
Neuromuscular Therapy Graduate
" The best learning experience I have come across "

Thanks very much to all the tutors at NTC for all your help. You all made this course very enjoyable and I’m sure the whole group had as much fun as I did. This course was the best learning experience I have come across and I thank you for that.

Iva Ramini
Personal Training Graduate


This course is eligible for discount through the LHF Skillnet for members of REPs Ireland and Ireland Active.

Schedule and Locations

Good Availability
Dublin
National Training Centre, Dublin 7
Evenings and Sunday
March 13, 2024
Good Availability
Dublin
National Training Centre, Dublin 7
Evenings and Sunday
June 12, 2024
Good Availability
Dublin
National Training Centre, Dublin 7
Evenings and Sunday
November 6, 2024

Full details for the National Qualification in Sports Taping and Strapping Course

Get all the information about our Sports Taping and Strapping Course. (Remember there's even more info in the FAQ section below).

Syllabus

The National Qualification in Sports Taping and Strapping Techniques syllabus covers in-depth training in the following areas:

  • Identification of common injury sites
  • Accessing suitability for strapping
  • Identification of appropriate strapping technique for specific injuries
  • Preparation of injury site for strapping and rationalisation of need for underwrap etc.
  • Strapping application, binding and subsequent removal
  • Sports taping and strapping technique applications for the following body parts:-
    • acute ankle injuries
    • acute knee injuries (medial and lateral collateral ligaments knee instability and anterior / posterior cruciate ligament sprains)
    • injuries to the foot (with particular emphasis on plantar fasciitis)
    • injuries to the shoulder (Impingement syndrome, AC joint sprain, shoulder instability)
    • injuries to the elbow / wrist (lateral / medial epicondylitis, olecranon bursitis, carpel tunnel syndrome
  • Kit bag and material requirements
  • Duty of care and scope of practice
  • Assessment

Fees

The cost of participation on the Sports Taping and Strapping Techniques Course is €325.00.

An early bird discounted rate of €295.00 is available for registrations received at least one calendar month prior to course date.

There is an additional 10% discount off the workshop cost to ANMT members – www.anmt.ie

Places may be reserved by payment of fees in full.

Eligibility

All applicants must hold a valid and recognised bodywork qualification or be involved in the coaching of sporting teams. Ideal applicants include:

Applicants must hold a current First Aid certificate with a minimum of six months validity remaining and issued by a recognised authority in the area of first aid.

Individuals who do not hold a current First Aid certificate may still participate on the course but the National Qualification Sports Taping and Strapping Techniques will not be issued until such time as the participant obtains and submits their First Aid certification.

In line with Health Safety Authority (HSA) guidelines the NTC recommends the PHECC FAR (First Aid Response) standard.

Since the 1st June 2018, the HSA only recognises the PHECC FAR standard as meeting the needs of occupational first aid in workplaces.

Any QQI Occupational First Aid training completed prior to 1st June 2018 will be recognised for the full 2 years duration from the date of training.

PHECC has already approved a large number of organisations as PHECC FAR Recognised Institutions (RIs). The current list of RIs can be found at www.phecit.ie.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The National Training Centre have been delivering respected educational programmes since 1985 and during that time we have had many questions asked by potential students before registration. Here you can find the answers to the questions we receive most often.

All applicants must hold a valid and recognised bodywork qualification or be involved in the coaching of sporting teams.

Applicants must also hold a current First Aid certificate with a minimum of six months validity remaining and issued by a recognised authority in the area of first aid. In line with Health Safety Authority (HSA) guidelines the NTC recommends the PHECC FAR (First Aid Response) standard.

Since the 1st June 2018, the HSA only recognises the PHECC FAR standard as meeting the needs of occupational first aid in workplaces.

PHECC has already approved a large number of organisations as PHECC FAR Recognised Institutions (RIs). The current list of RIs can be found at www.phecit.ie.

Individuals who do not hold a current First Aid certificate may still participate on the course but the National Qualification Sports Taping and Strapping Techniques will not be issued until such time as the participant obtains and submits their First Aid certification.

The National Qualification in Sports Taping and Strapping course takes place at the National Training Centre in Dublin.

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