Project Description
Sports Science with Personal Training Diploma – Level 6
People are increasingly aware of the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Our Professional Sports Fitness Instruction course provides you with a professional level qualification to work as a Fitness Instructor.
Much emphasis is placed on gaining professional fitness qualification awards. You will study the theory required to gain a deeper understanding of the various elements in the sport and fitness industry. This combination of practical and knowledge study will support you to access a range of career opportunities.
You can progress directly to employment in this dynamic, energetic and fast-moving sector, or to additional Further and Higher Education.
What Makes This Course Special
- Career-ready qualification
- Professionally recognised qualifications
- High-level fitness skills training
- Highly experienced sports & fitness team
- Outstanding facilities
- Excellent progression routes
Course Content
- Exercise & Fitness
- Health Promotion
- Kinesiology
- Sports Industry Practice
- Sports Nutrition
- Sports Psychology
- Communications
- Work Experience
Progression
Progress to further study and careers including:
- Personal Trainer
- Fitness Instruction
- Gym Manager
- Leisure Centre Manager
- Lifeguard
- Merchandising
- PE Teaching
- Professional Coach
- Health Promotion
- ITEC Gym Based Instructor
Entry Requirements
- QQI Level 5 Certificate in Sport & Recreation or equivalent
- See our Standard entry requirements page for more details.
Certification
- QQI Level 6 Certificate in Sports, Recreation and Exercise 6M5147
- VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (Gym-Based Exercise) iSP3D31
- VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Award in Instructing Studio Cycling Sessions iSP2A2 – 603/4492/1
- PHECC First Aid Responder
Costs
- Standard registration and QQI L6 Exam Costs
(see costs, fees and finance) - ITEC exam costs €214
- PHECC First Aid Responder €150
Additional Costs
- Track-suit Kit €30 average price
- Students who have not previously completed the VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Award in Infection Prevention (COVID-19) for Sport and Fitness Sessions IP2A5 will need to undertake this award – additional cost of €20
Garda Vetting
See the Garda Vetting details on the Entry Requirements Page
PLSS Code: 304989
Coordinator: Mary Walsh
Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.