Course details

This full time course provides students with a greater understanding and knowledge of the Sport and Leisure Industry. The course consists of both practical skills and knowledge required to seek employment or to continue their studies in the area of Sport and Leisure.

Practical classes including swimming and life guarding, Gaelic football coaching, soccer coaching, circuit training and exercise to music instruction as well as resistance training and fitness assessment instruction. Attendance and participation in practical classes is essential.

Maximum number of 25 students accepted on this course. Final selection subject to interview and Garda Vetting.

Course content

  • Sport and Recreation Studies
  • Occupational First Aid
  • Communications
  • Leisure Facility Administration
  • Exercise and Fitness
  • Gaelic Football Coaching
  • Soccer Coaching
  • Swimming and Water Safety/Life guarding
  • Health Related Fitness
  • Work Placement

Career Prospects

  • Sports Coaching
  • Health & Fitness Centres
  • Swimming Pools
  • Summer Camps
  • Sports Retail Outlets Sports Development

Entry Requirements

Candidates should be of Leaving Cert standard or equivalent with a strong interest in working in the Sport and Leisure industry. Final selection is subject to interview and Garda Vetting.

Certification

  • QQI National Certificate in Sports Recreation & Leisure
  • Occupational First Aid Certificate
  • Pool Lifeguard Certificate (Irish Water Safety)
  • Gaelic Football Foundation Certificate (GAA)
  • Kickstart1 and Kickstart2 (FAI)
Updated on 08 November, 2015

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