Sports Recreation & Exercise

Duration

1 year

Entry Requirements

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

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies in a range of sports, recreation and exercise activities to work independently and under supervision in a variety of sports related contexts and or to progress to higher education and training.

Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Sports, Recreation and Exercise will enable applicants who have acquired knowledge, skills and competence in a range of sports, recreation and exercise activities to work under supervision in a variety of sports related contexts.

Progression:
*Holders of ANY QQI Level 5 award can progress onto over 700 Level 6/7 courses at Institutes of Technology or directly enter employment.

*Holders of a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Sports, Recreation and Exercise(5M5146) may progress to further studies in several Level 8 courses in particular those related to Sports in IT Carlow and UCC.

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