Pre-University PE Teaching & Coaching
This one-year course prepares students for careers in the sports, coaching, and fitness industries, or progression to further study in Physical Education teaching. Students develop practical and academic knowledge across a range of sports, while also building key communication, leadership, and teamwork skills. In partnership with Meath GAA and the FAI, students can complete coaching courses and earn coaching badges to enhance their qualifications and experience.
| 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
Entry Requirements
− Leaving Certificate
− Leaving Certificate Applied
− Mature applicants
− Equivalent qualifications
Careers / Further progression
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This course enables graduates to pursue a career in P.E teaching. Alternatively, students may progress to a sport or science related Level 8 degree.
Graduates may also choose to pursue careers in various roles such as Strength and Conditioning, Sports Coach, Sports Offices and many different roles within the sports, leisure and fitness industry..
EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION:
DCU: DC205 Physical Education with Biology (Level 8, 4 Years)
DCU: DC206 Physical Education with Mathematics (Level 8, 4 Years)
UCC: CK125 Physical Education, Sports Studies & Arts (Level 8, 4 Years)
MTU Tralee: MT911 Health, Sport and Exercise (Level 8, 4 Years) & UL: PME Physical Education (2 Years)
MTU Kerry: MT906 Physical Education Studies with Business (Level 8, 4 Years) & UL: PME Physical Education (2 Years)
ATU Galway: AU664 Sports Coaching (Level 8, 4 Years & UL: PME Physical Education (2 Years)
ATU Donegal: AU320 Sports and Exercise (Level 8, 4 Years) & UL: PME Physical Education (2 Years)
Portobello Institute: BA Physical Education (3 Years) & MSc Physical Education (2 Years)
TUS Limerick: LM090 Physical Education with Concurrent Teacher Training (Level 8, 4 Years)
TU Dublin Blanchardstown: TU935 Sport Management and Coaching (Level 8, 4 Years)
TU Dublin Grangegorman: TU882 Nutraceuticals in Health and Nutrition (Level 8, 4 Years)
TUS Limerick: LC422 Sports Strength and Conditioning (Level 8, 4 Years)
SETU Carlow: CW858 Sports Management and GAA Coaching (Level 8, 4 Years)
SETU Carlow: CW188 Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy (Level 8, 4 Years)
TUS Athlone: AL836 Health Science with Nutrition (Level 8, 4 Years)
SETU Waterford: WD002 Food Science Innovation (Level 8, 4 Years) WD006 Nutrition and Exercise (Level 8, 4 Years)
TU Dublin Grangegorman: TU 955 Sports and Leisure Management
Maynooth University: Business and Sports Science (Level 8, 4 Years)
TUS Athlone: AL841 Athletic and Rehabilitation Therapy (Level 8, 4 Years)
US933 Physical Education Studies (Level 8, 4 Years)
US943 Physical Education with Business (Level 8, 4 Years)
TU Dublin Tallaght: TU936 Sports Science and Health (Level 8, 4 Years)
Further information
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students for level 5 and level 6 courses in Dunboyne College of Further Education. For more information visit www.susi.ie
Pre-University PE Teaching and Coaching
Applied Science Laboratory Techniques 5M3807 or Sports, Recreation and Exercise 5M5146
Course Content:
The following modules will be offered subject to availability or demand and are subject to change.
Laboratory Skills
Biology
Mathematics / Maths for STEM
Physics
Chemistry
Communications
Work Experience
Sports and Recreational Studies
Safety and Health at Work
Exercise and Fitness
Sports Anatomy and Physiology
Soccer Coaching
GAA Coaching
Basketball Coaching
Swimming
5M3807 - Laboratory Techniques
5M5146 - Sports, Recreation & Exercise
Certification:
Level 5 Sports, Recreation and Exercise 5M5146 OR Level 5 Laboratory Techniques 5M3807
GAA, FAI, Basketball Ireland and other coaching badges
First Aid
Patient Moving and Handling
Emergency First Responder
Dunboyne Business Park, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 FH01
Phone: (01) 8026577
Email: DunboyneCollege@LMETB.ie
www.dunboynecollege.ie