Exercise & Fitness
This course is designed for learners who want to gain the skills and knowledge to assist in the delivery of safe and appropriate exercise and fitness courses. This is a classroom based course.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 Weeks, Tuesday 18.45- 21.45
Entry Requirements
Participants must wear the appropriate footwear for this course.
NOTE: LCFE are not responsible for any personal injury or property damage that may occur whilst participating in activities associated with 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.
Note: This course may take place at the Further Education and Training Centre, Kilmallock Road Campus, Limerick.
Tuition Fee: €240
Discounts
20% discount on tuition fees is available to:
Individuals on Full Job Seekers Allowance/Benefit, Disability Allowance, or One Parent Family Payment.
Full-time Mulgrave St Campus learners.
Senior citizens.
Please note: Full payment is required to process applications. These discounts apply to tuition only (not materials fees). Proof is required at registration.
NOTE: Skills to Advance funding is available for eligible applicants in employment to up skill. Contact mulgravesta@lcetb.ie for more information.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
• Applied Anatomy and Physiology
• Fitness Training Theory
• Managing an Exercise Session
• Exercise to Music
• Circuit Training and Flexibility
• Resistance Training
• Instructors duty of care to clients
• Health implication of lifestyle of habits and exercise
• Current and developing trends in exercise and fitness
• Record and track fitness indicators
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Enquiries can be made to adultedmulgrave@lcetb.ie or phone 061 414344