Sports Coaching - Personal Trainer
Inchicore College is at the forefront in providing the sport and fitness industry with highly qualified graduates who are fully equipped to join the work force. The skill set required to be a Personal Trainer requires knowledge of all aspects of fitness including advanced fitness testing, specialist programme design, sports nutrition application and delivering personal training sessions effectively.
| Award Name | Certificate at UK Level 3 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Level 1 Certificate |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Gaelic Athletic Association |
| NFQ Level | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Level 1 Certificate | Gaelic Athletic Association | ||
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
QQI Level 5 Award in a related discipline.
ITEC Fitness Instructor Award (Gym Based) is required for entry to ITEC Personal Trainer Award.
Equivalent qualifications will be considered.
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants who have relevant industry experience and may not meet the above requirements are welcome to apply.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Opportunities
On successful completion of this course, students can seek employment in the fitness industry as Personal Trainers, Specialist Class Instructors, with the National Governing Bodies or in the area of Sports Development.
QQI 6M5147 Sport, Recreation & Exercise major award may be used to apply to the CAO via the Higher Education Links Scheme to access courses in many Technological Universities.
Further information
Start Date: September 2024.
All our courses have had the charges reduced to a €50 registration charge which you will need to pay to accept your offer. This charge covers your full course costs for the year.
Apply Online
You apply online (see "Application Weblink"). You can apply at any time.
When you complete your application, you will receive an acknowledgement email with login details, username and password, for your new account on our college applications system, MIT. You will log into the college applications system regularly to manage your application to ICFE. If you have any problems logging in please contact our Admissions office at info@inchicore.cdetb.ie
Can’t decide which course?
Our system only allows you to apply once, but you can change your mind any time. If you are interested in applying for more than one course, please contact our admissions office at the email address above and they will advise you on what to do.
About the Course
Inchicore College is at the forefront in providing the sport and fitness industry with highly qualified graduates who are fully equipped to join the work force. The skill set required to be a Personal Trainer requires knowledge of all aspects of fitness including advanced fitness testing, specialist programme design, sports nutrition application and delivering personal training sessions effectively.
According to leading industry employers, Personal Trainers require knowledge of customer service and sales which are also offered on this course, and these will positively impact earning potential.
Extensive industry practice coupled with the work experience module will enhance your confidence to enter the work force. Additional courses in Studio Cycling Instruction, Suspension Training Instruction and Kettlebell Instruction equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel your career forward.
Course Coordinator: Rachel Donlon
Subjects ITEC Personal Trainer:
• Applying The Principles Of Nutrition To A Physical Activity Programme
• Anatomy And Physiology For Exercise And Health
• Programming for Personal Training With Clients
• Delivering Personal Training Sessions
QQI Level 6 subjects:
• Sports Industry Practice
• Customer Service
• Work Experience
• Exercise and Fitness
• Sports Nutrition
• Gaelic Football Coaching
• Hurling Coaching
• Deep Water Pool Life Guarding
Extra Optional 3 Day courses:
• Award in Instructing Kettlebell Training
• Award In Instructing Studio Cycling
• Award In Instructing Suspension Training
Course content may be revised for educational or organisational reasons.
5M5146 - Sport, Recreation & Exercise
Certification
• QQI Sport, Recreation & Exercise 6M5147
• ITEC Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
• GAA Level 1 Coaching Certificate
Inchicore College of Further Education,
Emmet Road,
Dublin 8,
Ireland
t: 01 453 5358
e: info@inchicore.cdetb.ie