Coaching & Physical Education 2
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to further develop the range of skills learnt at level 5 for a career in coaching, teaching, fitness and sports related fields. The focus is practically orientated and has a strong element of professional coaching.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
This is a one year course and successful students have an opportunity to apply to further studies both within and outside of CSN.
Entry Requirements
Full QQI Level 5 award or equivalent and an acceptable first year attendance record, 80%+.
If coming from outside the 1st year coaching and exercise course an interview would be necessary.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Professional Sports Coaching/Instructor, Physical Education Coach/teacher, Gym Instructor, Swim Instructor/Lifeguard, Sports Co-ordinator, Sports Development Officer.
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:
For full details on progression opportunities see these links:
Cork Colleges Progression Scheme
QQI Requirements
Excellent progressions opportunities including:
UCC: Sports Studies and Physical Education (CK125).
MTU: Recreation and Leisure Management (BBus) (CR032).
SETU Carlow: BA in Sports and Exercise (CW827).
Further information
FEES
Student Services: €250
QQI Exam Fees: €80*
Mini Rugby:€25
FAI Safeguarding: €10
PDP 2: €60
Strength and Conditioning: €25
FAI 7v71: €25
FAI 9v9: €25
Associate Refereeing: €100
Facilities/Materials: €30
Total: €630
Please note that only debit cards/Visa/MasterCard payments are acceptable for payment. The College cannot accept cash/cheque.
* Note: Students with medical cards are exempt from paying the QQI exam fee.
Learners attending full-time Further Education PLC courses may be eligible for a means-tested maintenance grant. Information
regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.susi.ie
Interviews are held a number of times per year from Springtime through to course commencement. The interview simply acts to match the applicant against the course in terms of suitability, commitment and expectation.
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to further develop the range of skills learnt at level 5 for a career in coaching, teaching, fitness and sports related fields. The focus is practically orientated and has a strong element of professional coaching. Students also have the opportunity to get coaching badges from the relevant coaching bodies, a gym instructor’s qualification, and a full swim teacher qualification. Students gain excellent work experience in local primary and secondary schools in the area.
Event management and self-directed learning are key to students’ ability to organise and plan coaching sessions.
Garda Vetting is required for the course. Application numbers have been high in recent years, so it is advisable to bring a C.V. to the interview, along with coaching experience details, references and proof of Garda Vetting.
Sports Industry Practice - 6N4650
Sports Nutrition - 6N4651
Sports Psychology - 6N4665
Event Management - 6N4800
Gaelic Football Coaching - 6N5347
Soccer Coaching - 6N5189
Deepwater Pool Lifeguarding Skills (Available to students with suitable swimming ability) - 6N18421
Communications - 6N1950
Work Experience - 6N1946
6M5147 - Sports, Recreation & Exercise
QQI Level 6
Sports, Recreation and Exercise 6M5147
Special Features
Work Experience-Students take part on a work experience programme which enables them to get valuable coaching experience in local schools. Students also take part in full sports days involving schools in the Cork area.
Students can avail of the following add on options during the year at an additional cost: Certificate in Exercise and Health Fitness (CEHF)
Conversion Course is expected to be offered to students who meet specific criteria.
The CEHF graduate predominantly gains employment as a group fitness instructor and /or as a gym instructor in gyms and fitness clubs, some of which are hotel based or in community settings.
Derek Scanlon, Course Director
Email: derek.scanlon@csn.ie
Tel: (021) 2067 607