Course details
The purpose of this QQI level 5 award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence in a range of sports, recreation and exercise activities to work under supervision in a variety of sports related contexts and/or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
Course Content
Component Title Code
Communications
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to communicate verbally and non-verbally in standard everyday tasks and in work-related tasks, operating independently while under general direction.
Work Experience
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to participate in the workplace for a limited time, carrying out work-related tasks independently while under general direction.
Exercise and Fitness
This programme module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge and instructional skills to assist an exercise instructor in the delivery of a safe and effective exercise programme or class.
Nutrition
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the nutritional composition of food and the effects of food and nutrition on an individual’s health and personal wellbeing.
Sport and Recreation Studies
This programme module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the theory and practice underpinning sport and recreation activities to enable the learner to work under supervision in a variety of sport, recreation and exercise contexts.
Sports Anatomy and Physiology
This programme module aims to equip the learner with knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and how it is relevant to participation in sports and exercise.
Coaching Various
The purpose of these modules is to provide a Learner with the relevant knowledge and skills for training and coaching in a range of areas.
Occupational First Aid
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to provide and co-ordinate first aid in the workplace in compliance with the requirements of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 and the associated Guide to these Regulations
Award Information
QQI Level 5 certificate in Sports, Recreation and Exercise (5M5146)
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or FETAC Level 4. For mature candidates (21+) experience will be considered in lieu of academic qualifications.
Note: This course requires participants to be Garda vetted. Continued participation on the course and work placement is dependent on the successful completion of this process.
Updated on 08 November, 2015Course Location
About CityNorth College of Further Education
CityNorth College of Further Education is part of the Cork Education and Training Board and is situated in Hollyhill alongside Terence MacSwiney Community College. The post-primary school was established just over 30 years ago with the Further Education College, formerly known as the Northside Campus, developing in the past 10 years.
They pride Theirselves on Their commitment to offering the highest standards of education in a supportive, friendly, and inclusive environment where each student is encTheiraged and facilitated to develop their potential and achieve their goals.
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