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Sport & Recreation

National Learning Network
4M4966

This programme has been specifically developed to enable students to develop skills on the pathway to finding work in the fitness and leisure industry in Cork.

Award Name Level 4 Certificate (Level 4 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 4 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 4 Certificate (Level 4 NFQ) Major QQI Level 4 NFQ
Location:
Cork City
Attendance Options:
Flexible, Daytime
Apply to:
Centre

Duration

The maximum length of this course is one year.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. You just need the will to succeed. Some courses do have an assessment period, this is to ensure that the course is suitable for you.

Eligibility

Students on National Learning Network courses must be over 16 and under 66 years of age.

Careers / Further progression

What choices do I have when my course ends?
This largely depends on the type of course you intend doing. At the end of our courses most students can choose between getting a job or moving on to further education, or a combination of both.

Course Web Page

Further information

The majority of National Learning Network programmes are open entry, which means that you can start at any time of the year.

We will be happy to advise you of the details of your course when you meet with us.

All of our courses are free to students. They are funded by the Education and Training Boards or the HSE.

Do I keep my benefits?
Yes. You will keep the financial benefits you currently have. You should contact the secretary at your local centre if you have any queries regarding benefits.

NLN will offer you supports that will not only help with your training but can assist you in relevant aspects of your life. You will hold onto your current financial benefits and in addition you may obtain a training allowance from SOLAS or the HSE.

Sport and Recreation
This programme has been specifically developed to enable students to develop skills on the pathway to finding work in the fitness and leisure industry in Cork. Students move on to level 5 courses and usually look for work in the leisure, fitness, sports related sector, the active holiday tourism industry and health retail sector.

Delivery of training is a blend of training room theory and physical skills based activity, tailored to meet individual needs and inclusive of educational and psychological supports. Students will work towards achieving a QQI level 4 major award in Sport & Recreation.

Certification: QQI Level 4 Sport and Recreation (4M4966).

Sport and Recreation

4M4966 Sport and Recreation

NLN Model Farm Road Cork City,
Hannah Plant,
Cork Business & Technology Park,
Model Farm Road,
Cork.
Tel: 021 434 1028
Email: modelfarmroad@nln.ie

Location:
Cork City
Attendance Options:
Flexible, Daytime
Apply to:
Centre