Course description
If you enjoy working with people, have an interest in the areas of sport and exercise and her highly energised and motivated, this course is for you. Gain real, practical experience through coaching and instructing in sport and exercise, while developing your knowledge, skills and confidence in the area. Completing this course leads to a world of opportunities for employment and / or further studies in this dynamic and exciting sector.
COURSE CONTENT
- Exercise & Fitness
- Sport & Recreation Studies
- Sports Anatomy & Physiology
- Sports & Exercise Injury Prevention
- Nutrition
- Soccer Coaching
- Gaelic Coaching
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Sports Psychology
- ITEC Strength & Conditioning
- First Aid Responder
Additional:
- National Governing Body Sports Coaching Awards (GAA Foundation Award) (Soccer PDP1/ PDP2)
Course Certification: 5M5146 QQI Level 5 Sports, Recreation & Exercise National Governing Body Sports Coaching Awards First Aid Responder (PHECC & HSA Accredited)
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates progress to employment in employment in various areas including:
Leisure Attendant| Youth and Community Work | Soccer Coach | Basketball Coach| Gaelic Football Coach| Sports Retail| Sports Development | Sports Officer.
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