Expand+Progress from a level 5 sports relevant course or equivalent.

This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to further develop the range of skills learnt at level 5 for a career in coaching, teaching, fitness and sports rela...

Hide-Progress from a level 5 sports relevant course or equivalent.

This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to further develop the range of skills learnt at level 5 for a career in coaching, teaching, fitness and sports related fields. The focus is practically orientated and has a strong element of professional coaching. Students also have the opportunity to get coaching badges from the relevant coaching bodies, a gym instructor's qualification, and a full swim teacher qualification. Students gain excellent work experience in local primary and secondary schools in the area.

Event management and self-directed learning are key to students’ ability to organise and plan coaching sessions.

Garda Vetting is required for the course.

Application have been high in recent years so it is advisable to bring a C.V. to interview along with coaching experience details, references and proof of Garda Vetting.

Expand+QQI Level 6
Sports, Recreation and Exercise 6M5147

Special Features

Work Experience-Students take part on a work experience programme which enables them to get valuable coaching experience in local schools. Students also take part in full sp...

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Sports, Recreation and Exercise 6M5147

Special Features

Work Experience-Students take part on a work experience programme which enables them to get valuable coaching experience in local schools. Students also take part in full sports days involving schools in the Cork area.

Students can avail of the following add on options during the year at an additional cost: Certificate in Exercise and Health Fitness (CEHF)

Conversion Course is expected to be offered to students who meet specific criteria.

The CEHF graduate predominantly gains employment as a group fitness instructor and /or as a gym instructor in gyms and fitness clubs, some of which are hotel based or in community settings.

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Further education (PLC) students will be eligible to receive PLC maintenance grants.

For more information on these please visit www.SUSI.ie (Student Universal Support Ireland).

Grants are means tested and if eligible the amount of the...

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Further education (PLC) students will be eligible to receive PLC maintenance grants.

For more information on these please visit www.SUSI.ie (Student Universal Support Ireland).

Grants are means tested and if eligible the amount of the grant is dependent on the distance students travel from their place of residence to the college.

It is advisable for students to apply as early as possible for maintenance grants.

For details of grant applications for the coming year, see: http://corkvec.ie/grants/index.shtml

For further information please see www.studentfinance.ie

Expand+Applications are invited any time up to the end of August. However, it is advisable to apply before mid-August to ensure places are still available on the course. All applicants' suitability is assessed on the merit of their application forms and by ...

Hide-Applications are invited any time up to the end of August. However, it is advisable to apply before mid-August to ensure places are still available on the course. All applicants' suitability is assessed on the merit of their application forms and by the means of a ten to fifteen minute interview. Interviews will take place in May and September depending on when you apply. All late applicants should check with the College Main Office as quite frequently, we have places still available on some courses in September. Applications can be made using our online application form (see above).

Expand+The following subjects may be offered:

•Sports Industry Practice 6N4650
This provides the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence in the legislation, guidelines and practices relevant to a range of contexts in the sports industry.

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Hide-The following subjects may be offered:

•Sports Industry Practice 6N4650
This provides the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence in the legislation, guidelines and practices relevant to a range of contexts in the sports industry.

•Sports Nutrition 6N4651
The purpose of this subject is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the concepts and principles underpinning nutrition, energy sources and energy usage within an active living, exercise, sports and or weight management context.

•Sports Psychology6N4665
The aim of this unit is to develop an understanding of the key psychological factors that influence participation and performance in sport and exercise. Students will gain knowledge in the areas of imagery, anxiety, arousal, motivation and stress in sport and performance.

•Gaelic Football 6N5347

•Event Management/Marketing Communications 6N4800/6N4370

•Soccer Coaching 6N5189
Students will learn the skills of soccer coaching.

•Lifeguarding 5N5087
Depending on swimming ability, students may achieve the RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ). This is a worldwide-recognised lifesaving award, which is vital for student who see themselves travelling abroad in the future seeking employment during the summer months.