Health, Sport and Science Department

Sports, Recreation and Exercise QQI Award (6M5147)

The aim of the course is to provide students with industry ready qualifications to obtain a sustainable career within Sport and Exercise Sciences. The Advanced Soccer Coaching & Sports Psychology course is unique because along with the QQI level 6 award students can undertake ITEC Gym Instruction within the Sports Management and Personal Training.

Course Content

Exercise and Fitness (6N5345); Work Experience (6N1946); Team Leadership (6N1948); Soccer Coaching (6N5189); Sports Industry Practice (6N4650); Sport Psychology (6N4665); Sport Nutrition (6N4651); Health Promotion (6N2214)

Certification

• QQI Level 6 Award in Sports, Recreation and Exercise (6M5147)
• ITEC Qualification in Gym Instruction
• UEFA Coaching Licence

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

It is compulsory that potential candidates have at least a QQI level 5 certificate in Sport & Recreation (or a relevant cogent qualification). Experience and interest in soccer/coaching is essential. The student will be required to perform a practical interview on sport competencies and a formal interview with the course coordinator. Successful completion of the Leaving Certificate is desirable but not essential.

Third Level Links/Progression

This course is suitable for learners who intend to continue their studies in a third level educational institute. Successful graduates, through the Higher Education Links Scheme, may work towards a diploma or degree in nutrition, science or related areas. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

Sports, Recreation and Exercise QQI Award (5M5146)

Our Soccer Coaching & Sports Psychology Course is about developing the skills and knowledge needed to become coaches, referees, managers and other key personnel skills for working with Junior Soccer teams. The FAI’s Kickstart 1 and Kickstart 2 programmes form part of the course which will provide students with the foundation for attaining the higher FAI coaching badges. The course has practical modules including coaching and exercise and fitness and also provides the student with further education and workplace opportunities. There are also several theory-based modules which require students to gain a deeper understanding of the various elements in the coaching and leisure sectors.

Course Content

Exercise and Fitness (5N2668); Sport and Recreation Studies (5N2667); Soccer Coaching (5N4887); Nutrition (5N2006); Sports Anatomy and Physiology (5N4648); Teamwork (5N1367); Work Experience (5N1356); Word Processing (5N1358); Psychology (5N0754)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Sports, Recreation and Exercise (5M5146)

FAI Kickstart 1 and FAI Kickstart 2 coaching badges

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Experience and interest in soccer is essential. The student will be required to perform a practical interview on soccer competencies and a formal interview with the course co-ordinator. Successful completion of the Leaving Certificate is desirable but not essential.

Third Level Links/Progression

Successful students can progress to Advanced Soccer Coaching and Sports Psychology in Pearse College. Successful graduates may also apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme for diplomas/degrees in nutrition, science or related areas. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

Food Science QQI Award (5M5267)

This Food &Bio Sciences course is aimed at students who want to develop their knowledge of food science and nutrition. It will focus on the relationship between food and health and the study of food from a scientific viewpoint.

Course Content

Microbiology (5N0737); Food Processing (5N5245); Chemistry (5N2747); Food Chemistry (5N2748); Mathematics (5N1833); Biology (5N2746); Communications (5N0690); Work Experience (5N1356)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Food Science (5M5267)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

A Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification would be an advantage as well as a keen interest in science and nutrition.

Third Level Links/Progression

This course is suitable for learners who intend to continue their studies in a third level educational institute. Successful graduates, through the Higher Education Links Scheme, may work towards a diploma or degree in nutrition, science or related areas. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

ITEC Diploma

Yoga, Massage, Reflexology have all seen increased participation in the wellness and complementary health sectors. The ITEC Complementary Therapy Awards listed in this programme are vocational qualifications recognised by Ofqual within the UK Qualifications and Credit Framework. They focus on a range of practical skills and underpinning knowledge required in the Complementary Therapy Industry. The modules include Hot Stones, Yoga, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, and Onsite Massage. The qualification is designed to provide occupational competency for employment and is acceptable for registration on the CNHC register of Complementary Therapies in the UK.

As part of this programme the Learner will study the business aspects, principles and theories of complementary therapies as well as the anatomy, physiology and pathology of the whole body. They will also study modules such as Onsite Massage, Indian Head Massage, Yoga, Hot Stones, and Reflexology and the underpinning knowledge and skills required to successfully perform these treatments.

Course Content

Anatomy and Physiology; Reflexology; Holistic Massage; Professional Business Environment; Sports Massage; Indian Head Massage; Hot Stones/Onsite; ITEC Yoga.

Certification

ITEC Diploma

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

• Education: Previously achieved an ITEC or equivalent award in a Massage Therapy field OR Leaving Certificate or Equivalent OR Exemptions may be made for adult learners with previous experience in the workplace.
• Aptitude: A genuine interest in working the field.
• Previous Experience: Not essential but any previous experience in a salon would be an advantage.

Career Opportunities

Direct employment opportunities. Many of our students have also set up their own business.

Learning Outcomes

The modules listed on this programme can be used to achieve the following
awards:

• ITEC Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology
• ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage
• ITEC Diploma in Complementary Therapies
• ITEC Award in Sports Massage Therapy
• ITEC Diploma in Lymphatic Drainage Massage
• ITEC Award in Body Massage
• ITEC Diploma in Stone Therapy Massage
• ITEC Diploma in Reflexology
• ITEC Diploma in on Site Massage

Course Charges

€250; each ITEC module will be an additional €120 per module.

Please note, course fees are subject to change.

Healthcare Support QQI Award (5M4339)

This course will equip students with the skills and knowledge to competently work with older clients in a professional and compassionate manner.

Course Content

Care Support (5N0758); Safety and Health at Work (5N1794); Care Skills (5N2770); Communications (5N0690); Work Experience (5N1356); Care of the Older Person (5N2706); Social Studies (5N1370); Challenging Behaviour (5N1706)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare Support (5M4339)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Complete the online application form and applicants will be contacted to come for an interview. Learners on this course will require Garda Vetting which the college will do with each student.

Career Opportunities

There are opportunities to go directly into employment.

Third Level Links/Progression

There are opportunities to progress to other relevant higher awards in Third Level such as General Nursing (DCU) and Applied Social Studies in Social Care (TU Dublin). For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.