Community Health Services - Sports Injury Management
This 1 year, full-time course gives learners the opportunity to pursue careers in the Sports Industry as Sports Massage Therapists. The Level 3 ITEC Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy is an internationally recognised award that allows learners to obtain professional indemnity insurance and practice Sports Massage on course completion. The QQI Award provides a pathway for learners to progress to higher education in the areas of Sports Rehabilitation, Health and Leisure with Massage and Exercise and Health.
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 3 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
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
Employment Opportunities / Progression
Pre-Physiotherapy/Sports Therapy LCFE
Sports Injury Clinics
Health Clinics
Sports Clubs
Self employment
Cruise Liners
Progression to other courses in third level sectors in the area of sports Rehabilitation, Sports and Recreation, Sports Science, Athletic Training, Exercise and Health. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.cao.ie
Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the Individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.cao.ie
BSC Psychology at WIT
BSC Sports Strength and Conditioning at LIT
Further information
There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration and examination fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview.
Means-tested Student Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. The administration of these grants was handled by the former Vocational Education Committees (VECs) up to the 2011/12 academic year. A new ONLINE ONLY grant applications system was introduced in the 2012/13 academic year. All applications have to be made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI), the single Awarding Authority for all new student grant applications, through www.susi.ie. If you are thinking of embarking on a programme with us, you should investigate whether you are eligible, and, if so, submit an application.
This QQI Award also allows progression to the Pre-Physiotherapy/ Sports Therapy course at LCFE. There are a combination of practical and theoretical modules that allow for an interesting and varied years activity. Learners are actively encouraged to secure work experience in this area.
Typical Modules
• Sports Massage
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Exercise and Fitness
• Nutrition
• Body Massage and Figure Analysis
• Word Processing
• Work Experience
• Communications
• Psychology
• Taping and Strapping for Athletic Injuries
• Kinesiology Taping
5M4468 - Community Health Services
Awards:
ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy.
QQI Level 5 Community Health Services 5M4468.
The Sports Department at Limerick College of Further education has grown significantly in size over the last number of years due to the huge demand for courses in the Sports, Exercise and Fitness sector. The varying number of courses offered at the college allows the learner to gain knowledge in a number of areas such as, coaching, instructional skills in teaching exercise and fitness classes, IT Skills, confidence and knowledge to lead groups in a wide variety of fitness situations. Depending on the area of study Sports Department graduates are prepared for further progression opportunities and employment.
Mulgrave Street, Limerick
T +353 (0) 61 414344
EMAIL apply@lcfe.ie