Nature & Adventure Leadership - Outdoor Sport & Recreation
The course, which was established in 1987, is now recognised as the primary training opportunity for people interested in outdoor and adventure education.
Apart from practical training, the course emphasises the educational possibilities of the outdoors through experiential education and place based learning.
| 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
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 4.
Mature students are exempt from Leaving Certificate requirement.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English.
An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the requirements set out here and satisfactory presentation at interview..
Note: This course requires students to be garda vetted. Prospective students should also be aware that some aspects of this course are physically demanding and should satisfy themselves that they are physically fit enough to undertake it.
FITNESS TO PRACTICE:
All students on this course will engage with members of the public and assume positions of trust through their educational and training activities. To ensure the protection of the public and to uphold trust and confidence Cork College of FET Kinsale Campus is committed to ensuring that only suitable candidates are permitted to undertake this course.
Careers / Further progression
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:
Some of our popular progression opportunities include:
ATU:
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Outdoor Education (AU590).
MTU:
Recreation & Leisure Management (MT510).
Health, Sport & Exercise Sciences (MT511).
Health & Exercise Sciences with Massage Therapy (MT512).
Coaching & Sports Performance (MT513).
UCC: Sustainabilty (CK010), Arts (CK102)
Special arrangements in place with MTU Cork (CCPS), MTU Kerry and SETU (Waterford & Carlow) for preferential entry for students of Morrison’s Island locations. Go to our progressions database for exact requirements on progressions for this course.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Youth Work, Outdoor Education Centre Instructor, Self Employment, Work Abroad with Adventure Tourism Companies, Coaching, Adventure Sports Development Officer, Adventure Therapy.
Further information
Courses commence in September.
SUSI Grant
The Department of Education and Skills provides a means-tested maintenance grant for learners attending full-time Further Education courses. Information regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.StudentFinance.ie
Maintenance Grant Scheme for Post Leaving Certificate Courses:
All grant applications must be made online to a single awarding authority SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland), through http://www.susi.ie
CERTIFICATION:
QQI Level 5 in Outdoor Sport and Recreation (5M5148).
The Course, which was established in 1987, is now recognised as the primary training opportunity for people interested in outdoor and adventure education.
The course is based in the college campus in Kinsale, utilising the extensive resources and equipment available ashore and afloat. Former students who have successfully completed the course are now employed in sailing schools, activity centres and other outdoor education centres in Ireland, the United Kingdom and the Mediterranean.
Apart from practical training, the course emphasises the educational possibilities of the outdoors through experiential education and place based learning.
Work Experience
Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a suitable environment. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
Other information:
The course in the first year aims to develop personal competency in a range of outdoor activities.
• Outdoor Adventure Activities: Dingy Sailing, Windsurfing, White Water Kayaking, Rock Climbing, ‘Sea Kayak Camping’, River Safety and Rescue and Power Boating.
• Management of Outdoor Education Activities: Outdoor Leadership, Team Building, Philosophy of Outdoor Education, Equipment Maintenance and First Aid & Emergency Care.
• Applicants should be strong swimmers and in good physical health.
Certification: QQI Level 5 Outdoor Sport and Recreation 5M5148.
COURSE CONTENT:
The following subjects may be offered:
Adventure Activities - 5N4646
Ecological Field Methods - 5N1439
Lowland Leadership - 5N21743
Outdoor Leadership and Safety - 5N4647
Outdoor Recreation - 5N5386
Personal Effectiveness - 5N1390
Powerboat Skills - 4N4636
Work Experience - 5N1356
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a suitable environment. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
5M5148 - Outdoor Sport and Recreation.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Jeff Cochrane & Tadhg Boyden, Course Co-Ordinators
Email: kinsalecampus@corketb.ie
Tel: (021) 4772 275