Physical Education (PE) & Coaching
This practically orientated course is designed to provide students with a range of skills which will prepare them for a career in coaching, teaching, fitness and sports related fields.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | Pool Lifeguard Award |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Royal Life Saving Society |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| Pool Lifeguard Award | Royal Life Saving Society |
Duration
1 year full-time, September to May.
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent, LCA or relevant experience
• Interview
• Mature applicants welcome
• Applicants may be accepted without meeting formal entry requirements.
Careers / Further progression
Employment Opportunities:
• Fitness Instructor in Public/private gyms
• Bootcamps
• Kids Fitness Camps
• Sports coach
Education Progression
Below are some examples of progression options with this QQI level 5 award in Sport, Recreation and Exercise 5M5146:
• UCC Sports Studies & Physical Education Level 8 CK125
For a more detailed list of progression options go to www.cao.ie
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026.
To Apply Online go to "Application Weblink" above.
This practically oriented course is designed to provide learners with a range of skills which will prepare them for a career in coaching, teaching, fitness and sports related fields. Learners gain experience in a broad range of sports and fitness components. Learners also have the opportunity to acquire coaching qualifications from the relevant coaching bodies. Learners may use this qualification to progress to related degree programmes.
Course Features:
• Guest speakers from the fitness and leisure industry
• Work experience in a variety of settings
• Sports teams and events
• The Fitness Department works in partnership with DLR Leisure Services to provide a range of practical training opportunities for learners
• Learners have access to the College gym facilities
• Access to fully equipped IT suites and Library
Awards:
• QQI L5 Sports, Recreation & Exercise 5M5146
• First Aid Certificate
• Royal Lifesaving Society Certificate
• Sport, Recreation and Exercise Studies
• Sports Injury Prevention
• Exercise and Fitness
• Physiology and Anatomy for Sport
• Nutrition
• Adapted Physical Activity
• Work Experience
• Personal Effectiveness
• Coaching Qualifications
• ITEC Spinning
• ITEC Kettleballs
• Life Guarding
5M5146 - Sports, Recreation and Exercise.
Coordinator: Orfhlaith Cowan, Colm Yeoman
Email: orfhlaithcowan@scfe.ie, colmyeoman@scfe.ie
Application forms online at www.scfe.ie
Email: reception@scfe.ie
Tel: 01 285 2997