Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition
Students will gain the knowledge base and practical experience required by a health fitness professional in today's leisure industry.
| 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
QQI Level 4, minimum of 17 years of age at time of registration, Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied, Equivalent qualifications from other countries, relevant life experiences, relevant work experiences and mature students.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
For information please visit our Progression and Career Guidance pages under Student Supports.
Opportunities open to students who did not achieve the desired Leaving Certificate to allow entry to your desired course from the CAO system, you can have the opportunity to achieve up to 390 points in a PLC course and gain access to 3rd Level or for mature students who did not complete a Leaving Certificate to gain access to 3rd Level.
Further information
Fees
€175 GCC Student Services Fee applies to all learners
€50 Certification fee for QQI Level 5 applies to all learners except
Those in receipt of Back to Education Allowance.
Medical Card Holders (valid at time of Registration).
€300 Course Fees applies to all students
Non EU Students are subject to an International Fee.
We advise non-EU citizens living outside Ireland to contact the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service on www.inis.gov.ie to ensure the course you are considering applying for is eligible for a student visa. Non-EU citizens living in Ireland are welcome to apply and require a PPS number (Personal Public Service Number). Non-EU citizens are required to pay a tuition fee set by the Irish government which is currently €3653. Some exemptions apply, for further information, please contact http://www.gretb.ie
Student Grants
Students can use the link https://www.susi.ie/eligibility-criteria/ to check if they are eligible for the SUSI grant. SUSI grant applications are done online through the SUSI website. Galway Community College is not responsible for processing new or existing applications for Student Support Grants (SUSI).
To apply online please see "Application Weblink" above.
Students will gain the knowledge base and practical experience required by a health fitness professional in today's leisure industry. Successful students will be proficient in areas such as screening, fitness testing, programme development, class instruction and the general day to day running of a gym or leisure centre. They will acquire the relevant knowledge in anatomy, physiology and nutrition to ensure they are competent in their delivery of safe and effective fitness programmes.
Special Features
Additional qualifications are available for eligible students and awarded by the following accredited bodies.
These include;
Basketball Ireland, FAI, National Sporting Governing Bodies, Galway City Sports Partnership and Sport Ireland.
Optional certification may incur additional fees, such as ITEC, Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) etc.
Please Note
Galway Community College reserves the right to make changes to any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the college and a student or a third party.
Modules:
Sports Anatomy and Physiology - 5N4648
Sports and Recreation Studies - 5N2667
Leisure Facility Administration - 5N4666
Exercise and Fitness - 5N2668
Work Experience - 5N1356
Communications - 5N0690
Nutrition - 5N2006
Work Experience
This course provides the student with the opportunity to work with local gyms and leisure centres. Links developed here may benefit the student in their vocational area.
5M5146 - Sports, Recreation & Exercise
Award: QQI Level 5 Course in Sports, Recreation & Exercise 5M5146
Co-ordinator: Susie Cunningham
Contact: susie.cunningham@gretb.ie
Galway Community College Further Education,
Wellpark Rd,
Galway.
t: 091 755464
e: gcc@gretb.ie