ITEC Personal Training with Sports Science Level 6

Course Code: 6M5147

Course Details

Award Title	Award Code	Fees	Status
Sport & Recreation	6M5147	€250.00	Open - Apply Now

Course Outline

This course allows students the opportunity to refine and further develop their skills in the sports and fitness area. Students gain a deeper understanding of sports related topics and gain experience in dealing with a variety of groups. They learn to apply their knowledge and skills obtained at level 5

Successful students will qualify with an additional ITEC Diploma in Personal Training and gain invaluable work experience in this area.

Work Experience

Work experience takes place throughout the academic year in a variety of centres and enterprises offering sport and recreation activities.

Special Features

There is an opportunity within the course to complete the following optional courses for an additional fee. RLSS Pool Lifeguard
Child Protection and Code of Ethics
Certificate in Exercise and Health Fitness (CEHF) Accredited by University of Limerick. www.ncefinfo.com
Strength and Conditioning Course - Phase 1
Kick Start 1 - FAI Soccer Coaching Qualification

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a QQI Level 5 Award in Sport & Recreation Studies
DSRXX or equivalent
Interview
Additional costs may apply for NGB accreditation.

Please Note

Galway Community College reserves the right to make changes to any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the college and a student or a third party.

Course Modules

Business Management - 6N4310

This module aims to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the role and function of management in the business environment, in addition to developing effective management skills.

Exercise and Fitness - 6N5345

This programme module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and or in an instructional capacity in an exercise, health and fitness environment.

Health Promotion - 6N2214

This module is designed to enable learners to establish community health programmes and raise community awareness of Health related issues.

Personal and Professional Development - 6N1949

The module is designed to enable the learner to gain an in depth understanding of the role and function of management in the business environment, and to develop effective management skills.

Sports Coaching - N32980

The module is designed to provide opportunities for learners to acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence to plan, implement and evaluate coaching programmes for a range of sports. On successful completion of the module, candidates will be competent to provide coaching in a range of sports in either the school or club sport situation.

Sports Industry Practice - 6N5345

This programme module aims to assist the learner to gain an understanding of the structure, procedures, functioning and rules and regulations within the sport, recreation and exercise sector.

Sports Nutrition - 6N4651

The module is designed to provide the learner with a sound knowledge of the concepts of nutrition, in relation to the energy sources and amounts required for active living, exercise, sport and weight management.

Sports Psychology - 6N4665

This module is designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge to change behaviour in a sporting context. It will enable participants to develop an understanding of the psychological principles that underpin coaching techniques. It is aimed at individuals who are working with teams or athletes and participants who choose to work in the leisure industry.

Progression Routes

Sport and Recreation - AIT - Level 7
Sport and Recreation - WIT - Level 7
Strength and Conditioning - LIT - Level 7
Sport and Business - LIT - Level 8
Health Promotion - WIT - Level 8
Sports and Exercise - Carlow IT - Level 8

Career Opportunities

Sports Coach
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Sports Nutritionist
Personal Trainer
Fitness Instructor
Sports Management
Sports Development Officer

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Course Coordinator

Shane Mc Clearn

shane.mcclearn@gretb.ie

What Our Students Say

Exercise & fitness level 5 in GCC was a huge stepping stone in my career as a Personal Trainer/ Fitness Instructor. I would highly recommend this course to anyone with an interest in the Health and Fitness area. The tutors are highly qualified and experienced in a range of sport related areas. I have currently progressed to level 6 in GCC and intend to achieve higher goals in the fitness industry.

Philip Mullins 2015

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