Laboratory Science - Sports Science
This one-year comprehensive course equips learners with the vocational skills and knowledge to work independently and under supervision in a science laboratory and to progress to further and or higher education and training.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
38 Weeks
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative
Careers / Further progression
• Progression opportunities at level 6 to 9 exist in a wide range of employment areas such as Agriculture, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, General Science, Medical Science, Food Science & Nutrition, Pharmaceuticals and Sports Science.
Further information
Learning Outcomes
•To facilitate the learner to explore Laboratory techniques with a view to re-skilling/up-skilling and
exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment
• To facilitate the learner to gain the necessary skills and competence to operate safely under supervision in a laboratory environment.
• To provide a programme of learning that is vocational in nature and flexible in structure so that the
learner has the maximum opportunity to improve his/her academic and vocational literacy, numerical,
ICT and planning skills while participating in the programme
• To afford the learner opportunities to enhance his/her confidence and ability to develop the skills to
reach his/her full potential
• To facilitate the learner to further develop his/her interpersonal, team working, problem solving and time management skills, as appropriate, so that the learner is enabled to take responsibility for his/her own learning and to support progression including future participation in education and employment
• To provide the learner with vocationally specific knowledge, skill and competence at this level, thus
affording the learner the opportunity to progress to programmes leading to awards at level 6 or above
• To facilitate the learner to reflect on and evaluate his/her performance while participating in the
programme
• Award holders will have the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to access science-based courses.
Work Experience Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Mathematics Level 5 Mathematics (5N1833) QQI
Anatomy And Physiology Anatomy & Physiology (5N0749) QQI
Exercise And Fitness Exercise & Fitness (5N2668) QQI
Nutrition Nutrition (5N2006) QQI
Teamworking Teamworking (5N1367) QQI
Biology Biology (5N2746) QQI
Laboratory Skills Laboratory Skills (5N2751) QQI
Physics Physics (5N1460) QQI
Chemistry Chemistry (5N2747) QQI
Word Processing Word Processing (5N1358) QQI
5M3807 - Laboratory Techniques
Phone: 061578100 1800707077
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie