This is an online course that is part of the ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage course. This course will give you a thorough understanding of the anatomy and physiology required in sports.

The Anatomy and Physiology for Sports course covers:

  • Structural organisation of the human body
  • Structure and functions of the skin
  • Structure and functions of the skeletal system
  • Structure and functions of joints
  • Structure and functions of the muscular system
  • Structure of the nervous system
  • Structure and functions of the endocrine system
  • Structure and functions of the cardiovascular system
  • Structure and functions of the respiratory system
  • Structure and functions of the lymphatic system
  • Structure and functions of the digestive system
  • Structure and functions of the urinary system
  • Effects of sports massage on the body systems

Distance Learning Accredited Course

This course is professionally recognised, accredited and insurable.

Personal Tutor

You will be assigned a personal tutor to help you with your work and any questions you may have. Your tutor will be a fully qualified Therapist and on board to help you every step of the way.

How the Course Works

The Anatomy and Physiology for Sports - Online Course will allow you to study at your own pace in your own home. You will need to complete all lessons. Beth Cook, a leading Health and Well-Being Expert and Therapist wrote the course with the student in mind. It is packed with information, videos and tasks to ensure you are learning every step of the way. It is essential that you complete lesson 1 (including the test) before you move onto lesson 2 and so on. Beth will be checking your online progress throughout the course.

Course Material Includes:

  • The Anatomy and Physiology for Sports course lessons
  • Video clips
  • Muscles guide
  • Mock tests
  • Study information
  • Supplementary information to further your reading and understanding of the subject
  • ITEC final exam guidance notes

The course will be yours to start in your own time and remember if you have any questions your tutor can be contacted for help. 

Course Timeline:
This course overview is important to read before you start your course as it will explain what to do and how to complete your course.
Here you will find a Study Guide and Study Tips booklet. These are designed to help you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding completing your course and are also full of tips to help you succeed.
In this lesson you will learn: The structural organisation of the human body. The structure of a human cell. Functions of the human cell. Different types of human tissue. Functions of human tissue.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure and function of Skin.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure and function of The Skeletal System. Classification of bone. Stages of growth and repair.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure and function of joints. Joint actions at major joints. Characteristics of ligaments and tendons.
In this lesson you will learn: Characteristics of types of muscular tissue. The role of muscles during movement. Types of muscle contraction. Principles of muscle contraction.
This muscles guide will teach you the name, origin, insertion and action of the major muscles in the human body.
In this lesson you will learn: The characteristics of nerves. The structure and function of the nervous system.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure of the endocrine system. The role of hormones. Specific hormones and their actions.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure and function of the Cardiovascular System. The flow of blood around the Cardiovascular System. The composition of blood. Blood pressure. Factors that may affect blood pressure.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure and function of the Respiratory System. Muscles involved in breathing. Passage of air through the Cardio-Respiratory System.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure and function of the Lymphatic System. The structure of a lymph node. The location of major lymph nodes.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure and function of the Digestive System. Digestion and absorption.
In this lesson you will learn: The structure and function of the Urinary System.
In this lesson you will learn: The physical effects of Sports Massage. The physiological and neurological effects of Sports Massage. The psychological effects of Sports Massage.
Here you can find some useful supplementary reading. It is not essential to read more than what is provided in the course material but you can if you choose.
Here you will find useful information relating to your final exam.
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