Course details
Introduction
This course aims to provide learners with the practical skills and knowledge to instruct people in the sports, coaching and leisure industry. Gain a qualification to work in an industry with real rewards and change people’s lives on a daily basis.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with 5 passes or Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent. For mature students applications may be considered based on a proven interest in sport. Entry may be subject to interview and depends on satisfactory Garda Vetting. Ability to swim is preferable.
Course Content
- Sport & Recreation Studies
- Exercise & Fitness
- Sports Anatomy & Physiology
- Customer Service
- Leisure Facility Administration
- Nutrition
- Communications
- Word Processing
- Work Experience
- Occupational First Aid
ADDITIONAL
CYQ Certificate in Fitness Instructing or ITEC Diploma in Fitness Instructing
Certification
5M5146 QQI Level 5 Sports, Recreation & Exercise
National Governing Body Awards
CYQ Certificate in Fitness Instructing or ITEC Diploma in Fitness Instructing
Course Structure
As part of the training, learners will complete a Certificate in Fitness Instructing and complete fitness testing, instruct exercise classes, prescribe exercise, complete national and international qualifications and gain invaluable exposure to the leisure industry during work placement.
There will be additional costs involved for specialised training/gym membership etc. Work Experience forms an integral part of the course.
Career Options | Progression
Sports, Recreation & Exercise Level 5 graduates may progress to a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Sports, Recreation & Exercise or to further studies on selected courses at Institutes of Technology/Universities. Alternatively, you may gain direct access to the leisure industry at assistant level in leisure centres, swimming pools and health centres or as an assistant coach/instructor.
Evaluation
You will be assessed on the basis of:
- Assignments
- Project Work
- Practical Skills Tests
- Final Examinations
Course Location
About Monaghan Inst of FE & Training
There are many routes to a job and career success. Increasingly, further education and training are required. Universities or Institutes of Technology don't suit the needs of all - for some 34,000 Leaving Certificate and mature students, a place on a pLC Course is the preferred option. Courses are open to a wide range of participants including school leavers, adults and second chance learners, social welfare recipients, graduates wishing to re-skill etc
Monaghan Institute offers a wide range of further education and training (FET) courses. Each course is specifically designed for employment - the balance between theoretical and practical study is decided with the job-market firmly in mind. Close links with local employers and the community ensure that the focus of FET course provision is reflective of local needs and current/future skills shortages. The work experience you complete as part of your training keeps both you and staff attuned to the realities of modern business/industry/commerce.
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