Sports Nutrition
This course is suitable for individuals who wish to develop knowledge, skill and competence in learning the concepts and principles underpinning nutrition, energy sources and energy usage within an active living, exercise, sports and or weight management context.
| Award Name | Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
12 weeks. Thursday 18:45 - 21:45.
Entry Requirements
Note: It is recommended that Learners should take the QQI Level 5 programme in Nutrition or equivalent before entering on this course.
Further information
Our September 2025 courses commence week beginning 15th September 2025.
There are three ways to enrol:
Online: Visit collegeofFET.ie/mulgrave, scroll down to the part-time evening listing, select your chosen course, hit ‘APPLY’ and follow the steps. Or click the Application Link below
In-Person: Drop in to our campus and speak with a member of our Information and Guidance Support Team. They will help you enrol for your chosen course.
By Post: Send a completed application form with payment (cheque, bank draft, or postal order made payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board) to Evening Programmes, College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus, Limerick City, V94 P232.
Please note: for security reasons, we cannot accept cash payments.
Tuition Fee: €280.
Discounts
20% discount on tuition fees can be availed of by individuals in receipt of Full Job Seekers Allowance/ Benefit, Disability Allowance or One Parent Family Payment –
20% discount can also be availed of on tuition fees for all full-time College of FET LCFE Mulgrave Street Campus Learners,
20% discount is available on tuition fees for all senior citizens
ID and Paper Evidence Required on application at Mulgrave Street Campus Office ONLY.
NOTE: Skills to Advance funding is available for eligible applicants in employment to up skill. Contact mulgravesta@lcetb.ie for more information.
Course Description
Role of macronutrients and micronutrients in the diet and the contribution they make to sport and exercise.
• Aerobic and anaerobic energy pathways
• The importance of carbohydrates, glycemic index
• Causes and effects of dehydration and the level, type and timing of fuel and fluid intake
• Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
• Health risks of being overweight
• Nutritional ergogenic aids and supplements
• Disordered eating
• Body composition of a subject
• Effective forms of exercise for weight management
6N4651 Sports Nutrition
Accreditation: QQI Level 6 Minor Award in Sports Nutrition 6N4651.
Enquiries can be made to adultedmulgrave@lcetb.ie or phone 061 414344