Gym Instructor - Personal Trainer
These qualifications offer learners the opportunity to gain employment in the ever expanding fitness/leisure industry. The ITEC Level 2 in Fitness Instructing and ITEC Level 3 in Personal Training are offered as additional qualifications as part of this programme. This award allows students to progress to Sports Science and Exercise, Nutrition, Physical Education programmes in Institutes of Technology and Universities.
| Award Name | Certificate at UK Level 2 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Certificate at UK Level 3 |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate at UK Level 2 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Certificate at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is a full-time, one-year course and runs from September - May
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent
Letter of recommendation from a recognised club
Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
Fitness & Skills Test
Careers / Further progression
PROGRESSION TO HIGHER EDUCATION
Students who successfully complete this course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at * CAO website Click here for details of CAO QQI Requirements Lookup
* GA792 Sports Coaching
AL663 Higher Certificate in Business in Sport & Recreation, Level 6
LC422 Sports Strength & Conditioning
LC423 Sports Strength & Conditioning Level 7
BN111 Sports Management & Coaching
CW188 Sports Rehabilitation & Athletic Therapy, Level 8 (Minimum 3 Distinctions required)
CW148 Strength & Conditioning, Level 8 (Minimum 3 Distinctions required)
CW106 Physiology & Health
CW178 Sports Science, Level 8
CW827 Sport and Exercise (Soccer), Level 7 Portfolio required
CW858 Sports Management and CoachingGAA Rugby Soccer), Level 8 Portfolio and 3 Distinctions required
CK125 Sports Studies and Physical Education
Further information
Student Contribution: €175
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
PLC students qualify for Maintenance Grants See www.susi.ie for full details on eligibility and application process.
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Admissions Procedures 2024
See Admissions Notice and Admissions Policy at www.gti.ie
Closing date for first round of applications is Friday May 3rd 2024 at 2:00pm.
Pre Guidance Meetings where applicable will take place from May 20th 2024
Offers of places will issue following completion of first round pre-guidance meetings
Second Round applications open June 4th 2024.
Pre-entry guidance meetings will take place from August 30th subject to availability of places.
Application system closes on September 30th for 2024 full-time entry.
€175 Registration Fee applies to all students
This course is designed to
The main aim of the ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing ( Gym-based exercise) is to provide the learner with the knowledge and practical skills as an introduction into the fitness sector. The Certificate in Personal Training - ITEC Level 3 enables the learner to gain the practical and theoretical skills necessary to provide personal training advice and assistance for active leisure and recreation.
How the course is taught
GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the demands of a diverse community of learners. This course has a very high practical element which involves participants being involved in physical activity on a daily basis. We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.
Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable. We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners
Course Content
Sport & Recreation Studies 5N2667
Adventure Activities 5N4646
Sports Injury Prevention 5N5665
Sports Anatomy & Physiology 5N4648
Exercise & Fitness 5N2668
Nutrition 5N2006
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Work Experience
Personal Training, Gym Instructor, Coaching, Health, Fitness & Industry, Community Organisations, Club Administration / Coaching, Further Study, Scholarships.
5M5146 - Sports, Recreation & Exercise
Certification
Sport, Recreation & Exercise QQI 5M5146
Additional Certification
ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing Gym-Based Exercise
ITEC Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training Gym-Based Exercise
PHECC First Aid
Additional Certification may incur additional fees. Check with Course Teacher for further details
PLEASE NOTE
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
For more information:
Email brian.mcmorrow@gretb.ie
Galway Technical Institute
College of Further Education & Training
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