Sports Development

Course details

This course leads on from the Sport, Health and Fitness Studies. It is designed to prepare students for a career in sport, exercise and health fitness, sports coaching, or to provide a pathway to further study.

Work Experience:

Students work with local schools and sports clubs throughout the year to gain practical coaching experience.

Entry Requirements:

Applicants must have successfully completed a FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Sport & Recreation or have an equivalent qualification.

Certification:

There is continuous assessment throughout the year and examinations in May. At the end of the year successful candidates receive a FETAC Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Sports Development (DSDCX). The qualification also includes further coaching awards from various Sports Governing Bodies. Students have the option of completing a Pool Lifeguarding Award (Irish Water Safety).

Career Progression:

Students who successfully complete the course may commence employment in the Health and Fitness Industry. Graduates wishing to pursue a career in this area may have the additional advantage of having completed an award in Pool Lifeguarding (IrishWater Safety). Alternatively students may decide to complete further awards in coaching to specialise in one or a number of sports. Successful students may also progress to further studies. Students with good results will be able to transfer into the second year of the Community Sports Leadership degree course in Dundalk Institute of Technology.

Modules

• Sports Community Development
• Sports Coaching
• Sports Nutrition
• Sports Psychology
• Communications
• Holistic Massage
• Lifeguarding
• Health Promotion