Sports Recreation & Exercise

Limerick College of Further Education

 

Course Name Sports Recreation & Exercise
Course Provider Limerick College of Further Education
Alternative Provider(s) Limerick & Clare ETB
Course Code SRXX 5M5146
Course Type PLC Post Leaving Cert
Qualifications
Award NameNFQ ClassificationAwarding BodyNFQ Level
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)  More info... Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
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Attendance Options Full time, Daytime
Location (Districts) Limerick City
Course Content Programme Overview
This 1 year, full time programme is aimed at those who enjoy sport and would envisage themselves gaining employment in the area. Learners who successfully complete this programme will gain essential knowledge and skills that could lead to immediate employment or progression to a higher level for those interested in attaining managerial-level positions in sport and recreation.
FET Code 5M5146 - Sports, Recreation & Exercise
Duration 1 Year
Comment Award:
QQI Level 5 Sports Recreation and Exercise 5M5146
Course Fee There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration fees, examination fees, and for some courses, materials fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview.
Financial Support Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.Learnerfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary.
Interview Interviews will be held in May and places will be offered at that stage. Interviews will also be held in late August to fill anyremaining places. Therefore, early application is advisable.
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Application Fee Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment.
Subjects Taught Typical Modules

Sport and Recreation Studies
Word Processing
Exercise and Fitness
Communications
Nutrition
Work Experience
Sports Anatomy and Physiology
Volleyball Coaching
Soccer Coaching
Gaelic Football Coaching
Entry Requirements • Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.

• Holders of a QQI Level 4 Award are also eligible to apply.

• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic
requirements.

• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview.
Careers or Further Progression Employment / Progression Opportunities

• Employment opportunities lie in the areas of fitness/sports coaching.

• Award holders may apply for a place on the Advanced Sport and Recreation Level 6 programme at LCFE.

• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.qqi.ie
Further Enquiries Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie