Successful completion of this course will result in a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Physiotherapy Assistant 5M3782.

The overarching philosophy of the programme is the development of a graduate who is well rounded, autonomous practitioner with the knowledge required to underpin the current demands of the profession. They will be confident, reflective practitioners capable of managing change, supporting their profession and patients and developing professionally as their role evolves in the ever-changing Irish and global healthcare landscape.

This course would be ideal for any learner who wants to work in this newlydeveloping role. Learners will develop the skills needed to assist physiotherapists with their caseload and, clients with different elements of treatment/rehabilitation.

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to work in a supportive role in the area of rehabilitation and physical disability.

The Physiotherapist Assistant’s role will be to work under the direction and guidance of a Chartered Physiotherapist to assess, treat and support recovering clients.

This programme is designed to help you become a healthcare assistant and work with physiotherapists to assess and treat people with movement restrictions caused by injury, illness or age. Learn techniques to help with injuries and disorders of muscles and joints and make a difference in people’s lives.This programme aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills to work as a Physiotherapy Assistant. You will learn how to work with a Physiotherapist to assess and treat people whose movement is restricted by injury, illness or age.

This course will give a knowledge and understanding of the variety of skills necessary to work within the Physiotherapy Industry. It will give an introduction to assessing and treating clients presenting with injuries or disabilities, from the healthcare sector to the sporting industry

This course will give a knowledge and understanding of the variety of skills necessary to work within the Physiotherapy Industry. It will give an introduction to assessing and treating clients presenting with injuries or disabilities, from the healthcare sector to the sporting industry

The one-year Physiotherapy Assistant (Health Service Skills) course is designed to equip the learner with the opportunity of obtaining a Major QQI Level 5 Award in Health Service Skills 5M3782. This course aims to equip the learner with the necessary skill required to progress on to potential employment as a Physiotherapy Assistant or a Health Care Assistant. This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.

This one-year Physiotherapy Studies course introduces the core principles of rehabilitation, focusing on the assessment and treatment of mobility issues resulting from injury, illness, or aging. Students develop the practical skills necessary to support HSE healthcare teams in delivering effective therapy programs and restoring client movement. Highlighting the program's hands-on approach, practical sessions are held at premier facilities, including the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena and the National Gymnastics Training Centre.

On this course, you will develop foundational skills and knowledge in subjects related to physiotherapy, both theoretical and practical. This will prepare you for progression to Higher Level study.

This programme is an ideal starting point for learners wishing to pursue a career in the Physiotherapy, Sports or Healthcare Industry. This programme covers a wide range of topics including, Anatomy & Physiology, Physiotherapy Assistant skills, Sports Massage techniques, Exercise, Infection prevention and Care support. The variety of skills attained within the course can be adapted to suit a range of workplace settings.

This course gives students the knowledge, experience, and teaching skills required to launch their careers as professional, confident Pilates instructors.  Over the course of the academic year, students have the time and support to develop their own Pilates practice, while also gaining essential Pilates teaching experience in a supervised setting. Students learn to design classes and develop expertise in offering individual modifications.

This unique course combines Pilates Teacher Training with sports massage therapies, body conditioning and exercise, which is ideal for anyone seeking a holistic and structured approach to teaching Pilates.

Pipefitters install, repair and maintain high and low- pressure pipe systems used in commercial and industrial installations. You will work on piping systems that carry all kinds of liquids, gaseous and solid materials, and provide a wide range of services including welding and fabrication in a variety of industries. MTU is the only Technological University or Institute of Technology in the country which offers craft level apprenticeship courses in pipefitting.

A planning degree provides students with the knowledge and skills to be able to make decisions that shape the processes of growth and development.

Planning is a broad subject matter and planners perform different roles relating to the natural, physical, economic, social and cultural environments that we live in.

The Certificate in Plant-Based Cooking and Sustainable Practices is a short course designed to upskill existing culinary staff and potential new entrants in the skills required to serve the growth in demand for newer, plant-based menu options in the hospitality and broader food service sector, and do so in a sustainable way. It provides an upskilling opportunity for existing staff, equally an opportunity for a first qualification directed to people looking to develop a career in hospitality and food sector.

A construction plant fitter services, diagnoses and resolve technical issues in mobile equipment used in materials handling for the off-road and on-road construction, excavation, mining, forestry and waste management industries. They carry out routine service procedures as recommended by the manufacturers; and diagnose and resolve problems with the operation of the mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems of machines and equipment such as tracked excavators, forklifts, and cranes.

MTU is the only Technological University or Institute of Technology in the country which offers craft level apprenticeship courses in construction plant fitting.

This module will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to identify a wide range of plants, their characteristics and their uses in different horticultural situations.

The aim of this programme is to equip learners with the knowledge, skill and competency to achieve a QQI Level 4 in Plant Identification, Care and Maintenance. There will be a particular emphasis on skill development. Progression for successful learners will be to other Horticulture components at level 4 standard. The skills achieved on this programme may also assist entry to the workplace.

This module will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to complete the successful propagation of a wide range of plants.

This module will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to protect plants and horticultural crops from harmful effects of weeds, pests and diseases; and to select appropriate, safe and sustainable control measures.

This award educates learners in protecting horticultural plants & crops from the affects of weeds, pests, diseases and disorders and to also select the appropriate control measures. Learners upon completion can competently review the affects, reproduction, spread and control of weeds and apply pesticides with a knapsack sprayer in accordance with recommended safe practice. Participants will have developed these skills ensuring that safe working practices are met when in use of equipment, chemical and other materials meeting all health and safety requirements.

This module will equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to understand plant structure, processes, growth and development in a horticultural context.