Course description

If you enjoy working with people, have an interest in the areas of sport and exercise and her highly energised and motivated, this course is for you. Gain real, practical experience through coaching and instructing in sport and exercise, while developing your knowledge, skills and confidence in the area. Completing this course leads to a world of opportunities for employment and / or further studies in this dynamic and exciting sector.

COURSE CONTENT

Exercise & Fitness
Sport & Recreation Studies
Sports Anatomy & Physiology
Sports & Exercise Injury Prevention
Nutrition
Soccer Coaching
Gaelic Coaching
Communications
Work Experience
Sports Psychology
ITEC Strength & Conditioning
First Aid Responder

Additional:

National Governing Body Sports Coaching Awards (GAA Foundation Award) (Soccer PDP1/ PDP2)

Course Certification: 5M5146 QQI Level 5 Sports, Recreation & Exercise National Governing Body Sports Coaching Awards First Aid Responder (PHECC & HSA Accredited)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates progress to employment in employment in various areas including:

Sports Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy Assistant 5M3782

CERTIFICATION • Level 5 Health Service Skills 5M3782 • ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage • First Aid • Patient Handling WHAT IS SPORTS REHABILITATION AND PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT ? Students who undertake this one-year course in Pre-Physiotherapy studies will gain an understanding of the principles and […]