Expand+The focus of this course is to pursue a career in soccer and the leisure industry and to gain professional coaching qualifications for employment in Ireland and abroad. Strength and conditioning components along with technical skill will be monitore...

Hide-The focus of this course is to pursue a career in soccer and the leisure industry and to gain professional coaching qualifications for employment in Ireland and abroad. Strength and conditioning components along with technical skill will be monitored closely as students progress throughout the course. The syllabus will cover a broad range of theoretical and practical components designed for the students to advance into higher education.

Facilities include a state of the art gym, a full size 3G astro turf pitch and a professional quality grass soccer pitch on campus.

Students will compete in the various Colleges/ Universities cups and leagues throughout the year.

The CSN Soccer trip to Universities in America has been successful in securing scholarships in universities in Florida, Carolina, Texas and Tennessee. This trip may be offered to students and is a once in a lifetime opportunity to play and experience some of the top sports facilities in the world.

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Expand+GRANTS

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:

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

•Soccer Coaching 5N4887
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in te...

Hide-The following subjects may be offered:

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

•Soccer Coaching 5N4887
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in technical, tactical, mental, physical, personal and lifestyle aspects of the game of soccer, to enable the learner to engage in planning and delivery of coaching sessions under appropriate supervision in the sport of soccer to participants between the ages of 6 and 12.

•Sport & Recreation Studies 5N2667
This provides students with an overview and understanding of the sport, leisure and recreation industry.

•Exercise & Fitness 5N2668
This subject is designed to provide the student with the skills and knowledge to assist in the delivery of safe and appropriate exercise and fitness programmes.

•Sports Anatomy &Physiology 5N4648
This subject area provides the learner with an understanding of the working of the human body in sporting contexts.

•Kinesiology 5N4545
The subject aims to provide the learner with a solid working knowledge of anatomy. It also introduces the principles of kinetic motion momentum and gravitational force in relation to their impact on movement as a musculo-skeletal event.

•Occupational First Aid 5N1207
Students will be trained to work as first aiders in the workplace.

•Word Processing 5N1358
This subject is designed to enable learners to develop their word processing skills. It assists understanding and application of word processing software and file management techniques.

•Communications 5N0690
Communication skills are highly valued in the workplace. This subject recognises that the acquisition of these skills is a life-long process, and central to personal, social and professional development.

•Work Experience 5N1356
This subject provides the student with practical experience in a work environment.

Extra Units
•Soccer Coaching (FAI Kickstart 1/2)
•FAI 7V7, 4V4 small side games.
•Basic child awareness course
•Strength and Conditioning

Expand+A current medical clearance certificate from a registered doctor must be presented at the interview.

•Applicants must have a Leaving Certificate (five passes in ordinary papers) which should include Maths and English.
•Mature applicants (over 21 ...

Hide-A current medical clearance certificate from a registered doctor must be presented at the interview.

•Applicants must have a Leaving Certificate (five passes in ordinary papers) which should include Maths and English.
•Mature applicants (over 21 years) without the Leaving Certificate entry requirements will be considered on the basis of experience and overall coaching/technical ability. Places are limited and will be allocated on the basis of suitability.
•All candidates will be interviewed.

The selection process will consist of 4 elements:
1.An interview.
2.A soccer skills practical.
3.The provision of medical clearance from a doctor. (At interview).
4.The provision of a letter of recommendation from a recognised club. (At interview).

Expand+Career Opportunities
Employment within the leisure and fitness industry. Professional coaching/football facilitator/regional development officer.
Soccer scholarship U.S.A./coaching within athletic departments. Professional/semi-professional car...

Hide-Career Opportunities
Employment within the leisure and fitness industry. Professional coaching/football facilitator/regional development officer.
Soccer scholarship U.S.A./coaching within athletic departments. Professional/semi-professional career in soccer.
Strength & conditioning coach/fitness instructor
Summer camp coaching, Ireland & USA.

Progression Opportunities

390 CAO points can be earned by students on successful completion of this course.

For full details on progression opportunities see these links:
Cork Colleges Progression Scheme
QQI Requirements