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Certificate in Sports and Leisure Management
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This one-year course aims to equip graduates with the practical skills and knowledge to pursue careers as fitness instructors and sports coaches, or to provide an alternative route to third level education in a wide range of subject areas. Why should I apply for this course? This course offers a broad introduction to Sport, Exercise and Recreation studies, providing learners with the necessary skills to take up employment at entry level in the leisure industry. Learners will improve their knowledge, competence and understanding of physical fitness and sport both practically and theoretically. What will I study? * • Sport & Recreation Studies • Exercise & Fitness • Leisure Facility Administration • Nutrition • Sports Anatomy & Physiology • Adventure Activities • Sport & Exercise Injury Prevention • Soccer Coaching • Customer Service • Work Experience * Modules subject to change Progression Options Learners may use the course to enter any College via Further Education reserved places in an IT or University or acquire up to 400 CAO points. Here are examples of courses learners can progress to, subject to their successful course completion:
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Links to Third Level Courses **
SETU Carlow Campus CW827 Sports Coaching and (Level 7)
Business Management – Soccer CW178 Sport Science (with options) (Level 8)
TUS Athlone Campus AL663 Business (Sport and Recreation) (Level 6)
TUS Limerick Campus Thurles LC422 Sports Strength and Conditioning (Level 8)
TUS Limerick Campus LC295 Business Studies with Sports Management (Level 8)
**Places are not guaranteed in these institutes and are subject to students meeting certain criteria. Please consult the individual college websites for more information on application. Information available also at www.cao.ie Entry Requirements Applicants should be of Leaving Certificate Standard or have achieved an Applied Leaving Certificate with Distinction. Portlaoise Institute welcomes applications from mature students. Mature students are assessed on their merits and do not require the above qualifications.
All applicants are required to complete an assessment before commencing a course in Portlaoise Institute. This assessment confirms if the student has the required level of English and Maths.
Contact Sandra Molloy on 057 8621480 or email smolloy@loetb.ie Duration 1 Year, September to May Award Title, Level and Code • QQI Level 5 Certificate in Sports,
Recreation & Exercise • ITEC Certificate in Gym Instruction • Active Leadership Course • Certificate in GAA Coaching • Certificate in FAI Kickstart 1 • First Aid Responder (QQI Level 5 module) Cost • Exam Fees €50 (Unless medical card holder)
