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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.
The National Qualification in Sports Taping and Strapping is an advanced course held over 2 days, 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.
The National Qualification in Sports Taping and Strapping Techniques syllabus covers in-depth training in the following areas:
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.
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.
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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COURSE SCHEDULE
Taping and Strapping
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ON SITE LESSONS
Sundays 10:30am to 4:30pm
Examinations and/or class will start at 9:30am on dates indicated with ♦
ONLINE LESSONS
Tuesday and Thursdays 19:00-21:00
Provisional Practical Examination Dates
July 2023 – 1st, 8th and 9th
(individual and group times will be issued by the NTC examination’s office)
OPTIONAL FREE COURSE – National Qualification in Kettlebell Training
Saturday June 10th 2023 from 10am to 5pm
Please Note
Dates are provisional and, although unlikely, NTC reserve the right to make changes to the timetable if and when necessary
COURSE SCHEDULE
Taping and Strapping
Dublin Course at National Training Centre
Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5pm
SCHEDULED DATES
July 22nd and 23rd 2023
September 30th and October 1st 2023
Please Note
Dates are provisional and, although unlikely, NTC reserve the right to make changes to the timetable if and when necessary