FET Course of the Week: 6M5147 - Exercise and Sports Performance - Advanced at Drogheda Institute of Further Education
6M5147 - Exercise and Sports Performance is an Advanced course at Drogheda Institute of Further Education. It is a one-year long Level 6 course that will equip students who have successfully achieved a Level 5 QQI award in Sport, Recreation & Exercise or equivalent with further skills and experience in the industry.
This additional course is designed to prepare students for a career in sports coaching, sports performance and the leisure industry. This course also provides a pathway to further study in various related sports degrees. Students who have undertaken the NCEF instructor’s qualification may work directly in the fitness industry as instructors.
Upon completion you will be awarded QQI Level 6 Award in Sports, Recreation and Exercise, aNational Certificate in Exercise & Fitness (NCEF) – Accredited by the University of Limerick, and a Water Safety Ireland Lifeguard Certificate.
Entry Requirements:
Applicants for this course must have successfully achieved a Level 5 QQI award in Sport, Recreation & Exercise or equivalent. Apply directly through the college.
What you will Study:
- Sports Industry Practice
- Sports Nutrition
- Sports Psychology
- Soccer Coaching
- Health Promotion
- Exercise & Fitness
- Lifeguarding
- Fitness Instructor (NCEF) – extra charge
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Gaelic Coaching
- ITEC Spinning
- ITEC Kettlebell Training
Always check with the college for the most up-to-date module listing.
What are the progression opportunities?
Graduates may apply for entry to a wide range of sports related 3rd Level Degree courses in: SETU Waterford, DKIT, UCC, St. Mary’s, Twickenham, London and Liverpool Hope University. Students who have undertaken the NCEF instructor's qualification may work directly in the fitness industry as instructors. Students can apply for direct entry onto Year 2 Sport, Exercise and Enterprises in DKIT.
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What type of jobs can I get from this course?
- Sports Coach/Instructor
- Leisure Centre Manager
- Fitness/Aerobics Instructor
- Sports Manager
- Sports Development Officer
- Exercise and Health Instructor
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