This course provides the student with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills as an introduction into the
fitness sector. It will allow students to assist in the delivery of safe and appropriate exercise programmes for the
wider population.
Students will gain experience in a broad range of sports and fitness components. The course also includes a number of ITEC components which are worldwide industry recognised courses.
Practical classes will be timetabled on - site at Sport Ireland Indoor Arena and the National gymnastics Training Centre at Sport Campus Ireland campus.
The following modules will be offered subject to availability or demand and are subject to change:
• Work Experience
• Communications
• Sports and Recreational Studies
• Exercise and Fitness
• Safety and Health
• Nutrition
• Leisure Facility Administration
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Sports Injury Prevention
• Word Processing
• Body Massage
CERTIFICATION
• Level 5 Sports, Recreation and Exercise 5M5146
• ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (Gym Based Exercise)
• ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym Based)
• ITEC Taping and Strapping (Accredited)
• First Aid, Manual Handling, Emergency First Responder
Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie
| Course Location | Dunboyne, Meath |
| Course Category | Sport |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Course Start Date | 1st September 2026 |
| Course End Date | 31st May 2027 |
| Course Duration | 1 year |
| Entry Requirements | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or; • Mature Students or; • Other equivalent qualifications All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications. Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie |
| Career Path | Graduates on this course will have the opportunity to progress into a sports, science or health related level 8 undergraduate degree. Alternatively, with ITEC certificates, students can enter the workforce immediately and begin working as fitness instructors or personal trainers with sporting teams, athletes or in a variety of settings within the health and fitness industries. EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION: MTU Tralee: TL871 Health and Leisure Studies (Level 8, 4 Years) UCC: CK116 Sports Studies and Physical Education (Level 8, 4 Years) TUS Limerick: LC422 Sports Strength and Conditioning (Level8, 4 Years) Maynooth University: Business and Sports Science (Level 8, 4 Years) SETU Carlow: CW188 Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy (Level 8, 4 Years) TUD Tallaght: TU936 Sports Science and Health (Level 8, 4 Years) TUS Athlone: AL837 Sports Science with Exercise Physiology (Level 8, 4 Years) SETU Carlow: CW188 Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy (Level 8, 4 Years) TUS Athlone: AL841 Athletic and Rehabilitation Therapy (Level 8, 4 Years) |
| Course Code | 5M5146 |
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