Description
This course aims to provide students with the skill and knowledge necessary for employment in the Sports and Leisure industry. It consists of both practical and theoretical training in various aspects of Sports Studies and Body massage. It will provide the student with the knowledge to progress into other specialties in the sport and recreation/sports injury industries.
Course Content
- Sports Anatomy and Physiology
- Holistic Massage
- Body Massage and Figure Analysis
- Exercise & Fitness
- Health Related Fitness
- Sports & Exercise injury prevention
- Kinesiology
- Personal Effectiveness
- Work Experience
- Health & Hygiene
- Occupational First Aid
Career Prospects
- Sports Clinics
- Leisure Attendant
- Gym Instructor
- Alternative Therapy Clinics
- Massage Therapist
- Health Centres
- Physical Therapy Clinics
- Fitness Instructor
Certification
- QQI Level 5 – Sport & Recreation (5M5146)
- QQI – Body Massage and Figure Analysis (5N3465)
- QQI Occupational First Aid
Minimum Entry Requirements
- Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent.
- Successful completion of interview.
Work Experience
Work experience placement in a related vocational area is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain one day per week work experience for the academic year. The day will be specified by the college.
Costs
- A student services contribution of €50 is payable on registration. The purpose of which is to cover services, materials, and supports including printing, photocopying, library, student cards etc. This is non refundable.
- A €50 kit fee will apply also.
- Cost of textbooks should be anticipated.
Progression
- The full QQI Level 5 Certificate facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third-level institutions nationwide. Further details are available from the relevant institutions.
- This course provides the qualifications needed to apply for the Level 6 Sports Therapy and Injury Management course.
- Specific progression links are available with SETU – Waterford Campus for this course. See: Progression Information here.
N.B. Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names and content are subject to change.
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