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Sports, Physical Therapy and Coaching
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dURATION 27 Weeks CERTIFICATION Professional
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CAMPUS
National Outdoor Education and Training Campus
COST No Fees
• Applicant Screening • Admissions Interview • Swim Test • Garda Vetting
www.kerrycollege.ie
surf Instructor and Beach Lifeguard
Develop knowledge, skills, competencies and recognised qualifications in surfing, lifeguarding, first aid, instructing and outdoor activities with the view to becoming a Surf Instructor or Beach Lifeguard.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Minimum
• Applicants must be 18+ years of age on entry to the course. • Junior Certificate standard or equivalent. • Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. • Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or Higher). • Non-EU/EEA applicants must have the appropriate permissions to stay and work in Ireland. • Must be able to swim 400m in under 9 minutes.
Additional
• Surfing experience is desirable. • Previous experience in team-based outdoor pursuits is an advantage but not essential. • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. • Good numeracy skills. • Basic computer skills. • Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
WHAT WILL I STUdY?
Adventure Activities (006644) Aquatic First Aid & Emergency Response (006642) Career Planning & Job Seeking Skills (005047) Induction - Short Course -H (005048) Life-Guarding Skills (006640) National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (006641) Outdoor Surf and Lifeguard Instructor Integrated Workplace Training (006643) Surfing Skills (006638) Surfing Skills Instructor Level 1 (006639) Work Experience- Surf Instructor and Beach Lifeguard (007677)
WHY SHOULd I APPLY?
• 4 full weeks of work experience • Unique off-peak upskilling opportunity • Practice-led tuition • Progression to Outdoor Activity Instructor • Training Programme
CERTIFICATION
Surfing Skills Instructor Level 1 - Irish Surf Association (ISA) National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NBLQ) Aquatic First Aid (AFA) and Cardiac First Response - PHECC (Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council)
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dURATION 47 Weeks CERTIFICATION Level 5
CAMPUS
National Outdoor Education and Training Campus
COST No Fees
• Applicant Screening • Admissions Interview • Garda Vetting
www.kerrycollege.ie
outdoor Activity Instructor
The Level 5 Outdoor Activity Instructor course is the ideal starting point for anyone who is interested in developing a career in the Outdoor Adventure Tourism and Education Sector.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Minimum
• Applicants must be 18+ years of age on entry to the course. • Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award. • Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. • Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or Higher). • Non-EU/EEA applicants must have the appropriate permissions to stay and work in Ireland.
Additional
• High level of physical fitness is essential. • Understanding of and sensitivity towards the natural environment is an advantage but not essential. • Demonstrate participation, membership or leadership in sporting and outdoor activities is an advantage but not essential. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Excellent numeracy skills. • Basic computer skills. • Positive, adaptable, self-motivated team player. • Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
WHAT WILL I STUdY?
Rescue Emergency Care Level 3 - Traineeship (000951) Kayak Skills - Traineeship (004382) Kayaking Instructor - Traineeship (004381) Research Project Outdoor - Traineeship (004389) Powerboat Operations - Traineeship (004383) Induction (000001) Career Planning and Job Seeking Skills (000002) Water-Based Skills - Traineeship (000949) Child Welfare and Protection in Sport Traineeship (002651) Mountain Skills - Traineeship (003205) Rock Climbing - Traineeship (001858)
WHY SHOULd I APPLY?
• Run at our new National Outdoor Education and Training Campus at Caragh Lake, Killorglin, County Kerry • Delivered by top nationally recognised outdoor instructors in the country. • 8 weeks of work placement. Includes a range of valuable certifications, NGB awards and tickets. • Ability to progress to the Level 6 Advanced Programme.
CERTIFICATION
ISA01 - National Powerboat Certificate)
John Edwards Outdoor Activity Instructor Graduate Director, Wild Water Adventures
Rory Murphy Pre-PE Teaching graduate UCC learner
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dURATION 47 Weeks CERTIFICATION Level 6
CAMPUS
National Outdoor Education and Training Campus, Killorglin
COST No Fees
• Applicant Screening • Admissions Interview • Garda Vetting
www.kerrycollege.ie
Advanced outdoor Activity Instructor
Designed to enhance progression and employment opportunities for those working or training in the Outdoor Sector.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Minimum
• Applicants must be 18+ years of age on entry to the course. • You must hold a recent and relevant QQI Level 5 Major Award (or equivalent) in an outdoor activity related course. • Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. • Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher). • Non-EU/EEA applicants must have the appropriate permissions to stay and work in Ireland.
Additional
• High level of physical fitness is essential. • Understanding of and sensitivity towards the natural environment is an advantage but not essential. • Demonstrate participation, membership or leadership in sporting and outdoor activities is an advantage but not essential. • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. • Excellent numeracy skills. • Basic computer skills. • Positive, adaptable, self-motivated team player. • Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
WHAT WILL I STUdY?
Ecology and Environment (6N3645) Event Management (6N4800) Open Canoeing Instruction (6N5349) Orienteering Instruction (6N5190) River Kayaking (6N5192) or Open Canoe Instruction (6N5349) Sea Kayaking Instruction (6N5193) Single Pitch Rock-climbing (6N5845) Sports Industry Practice (6N4650) Team Leadership (6N1948) Work Experience (6N1946)
WHY SHOULd I APPLY?
• You have a Level 5 award in a related area, NGB certifications and/or relevant professional experience. • You have completed Level 1 Kayak Instructor (essential), SPA Training (essential) and Mountain Skills (desirable). • Delivered by top nationally recognised outdoor instructors. • Opportunity to participate in international ERASMUS work experience mobility project. • Includes a range of valuable certifications, NGB awards, and tickets. • 8 weeks of work placement. • Run at our new Outdoors Campus at Caragh Lake, Killorglin, County Kerry.
CERTIFICATION
QQI Level 6 Major Award Certificate in Sports, Recreation and Exercise (6M5147))
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dURATION 41 Weeks CERTIFICATION PADI Certified
CAMPUS
National Outdoor Education and Training Campus
COST No Fees
• Applicant Screening • Admissions Interview • Garda Vetting • Swim Test • Colour Vision Test • Medical
NEW FOR 2021
www.kerrycollege.ie
scuba diving Instructor
Gain PADI Scuba Instructor Certification on this unique, fully funded, industry-led training programme.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Minimum
• Applicants must be 18+ years of age on entry to the course. • Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award. • Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. • Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or Higher). • Non-EU/EEA applicants must have the appropriate permissions to stay and work in Ireland. • Must pass a 200m unaided swim test. • Must pass a Colour Vision test. • PADI Medical clearance from a GP.
Additional
• Excellent level of physical fitness. • Willing and able to work in all weathers and in remote locations. • Willing to travel for work - 95% of the time. • Good interpersonal skills. • Good computer skills. • Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
WHAT WILL I STUdY?
Advanced Open Water Diver Communications Induction PADI Dive Master PADI Instructor Development PADI Open Water Diver PADI Rescue Diver Work Experience
WHY SHOULd I APPLY?
• A unique programme; the only one of its kind in Ireland. • Range of industry awards and tickets included. • Practice-led tuition. • Six weeks of work practice.
CERTIFICATION
PADI SCUBA Diving Instructor
You will also receive the following training and certifications on this course; ISA Powerboat Award/Diver Coxswain, Emergency First Responder, Manual Handling)
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dURATION 37 Weeks CERTIFICATION Level 5 CAMPUS Clash Road
COST: €130 Registration Fee
• Applicant Screening • Place offer by date of application • Garda Vetting
www.kerrycollege.ie
sports, Exercise and Coaching
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Minimum
• Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course. • Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award. • Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. • Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or Higher). • Non-EU/EEA applicants must have the appropriate permissions to stay and work in Ireland.
Additional
• Must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course. • Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
WHAT WILL I STUdY?
Adventure Activities (5N4646) Communications (5N0690) Exercise and Fitness (5N2668) ITEC - Instructing a Strength and Conditioning Session (Unit 462) ITEC - Instructing Gym-Based Exercise (ITEC Unit 405) Leisure Facility Operations (5N4667) Nutrition (5N2006) Soccer Coaching (5N4887) Sports and Recreation Studies (5N2667) Work Experience (5N1356)
WHY SHOULd I APPLY?
• This course is an ideal starting point for learners interested in pursuing a career in the sports or leisure. • Progression to a variety of different sports related degree courses at Universities and Institutes of Technology nationally.
CERTIFICATION
QQI Level 5 Major Award Certificate in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (5M5146)
Also; GAA Football Coaching Award, GAA Refereeing Badge, FAI Soccer Coaching Certificate, Pool Lifeguard
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dURATION 37 Weeks CERTIFICATION Level 5 CAMPUS Clash Road
COST: €130 Registration Fee
• Applicant Screening • Place offer by date of application • Garda Vetting
www.kerrycollege.ie
sports and pE pre-Teaching
This is a one year full time course that will equip learners with the knowledge and skills to work across a variety of different areas within the sports and leisure industry and for those in particular interested in progressing to pursue a career in PE Teaching.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Minimum
• Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course. • Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award. • Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. • Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or Higher). • Non-EU/EEA applicants must have the appropriate permissions to stay and work in Ireland.
Additional
• Must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course. • Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
WHAT WILL I STUdY?
Adventure Activities (5N4646) Communications (5N0690) Concepts in Education & Training (5N3631) Exercise and Fitness (5N2668) GAA Coaching (5N5085) Leisure Facility Operations (5N4667) Nutrition (5N2006) Sport & Recreation Studies (5N2667) Work Experience (5N1356)
WHY SHOULd I APPLY?
• This course is an ideal starting point for learners interested in pursuing a career in the sports or leisure. • Progression to a variety of different sports related degree courses at Universities and Institutes of Technology nationally.
CERTIFICATION
QQI Level 5 Major Award Certificate in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (5M5146)
Also; GAA Football Coaching Award, GAA Refereeing Badge, FAI Soccer Coaching Certificate
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dURATION 37 Weeks CERTIFICATION Level 5 CAMPUS Clash Road
COST No Fees
• Applicant Screening • Admissions Interview • Garda Vetting
www.kerrycollege.ie
personal Training and nutrition
The focus of this course is to teach the science behind nutrition and body composition. There are significant sports, recreation and exercise elements to the course.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Minimum
• Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course. • Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award. • Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. • Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or Higher). • Non-EU/EEA applicants must have the appropriate permissions to stay and work in Ireland.
Additional
• Must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course. • Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
WHAT WILL I STUdY?
Adventure Activities (5N4646) Communications (5N0690) Exercise & Fitness (5N2668) GAA Coaching (5N5085) ITEC Instructing a Strength & Conditioning Session (J/507/8301) ITEC Instructing Gym-based Exercise (A/600/9020) Leisure Facility Operations (5N4667) Nutrition (5N2006) Sport & Recreation Studies (5N2667) Sports Anatomy & Physiology (5N4648) Word Processing (5N1358) Work Experience (5N1356)
WHY SHOULd I APPLY?
• This course is an ideal starting point for learners interested in pursuing a career in the sports or leisure. • Progression to a variety of different sports related degree courses at Universities and Institutes of Technology nationally.
CERTIFICATION
QQI Level 5 Major Award Certificate in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (5M5146)
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