Sport, Anatomy & Nutrition (Course Code: 5M5146) QQI Level 5

Sport, Anatomy & Nutrition (Course Code: 5M5146) QQI Level 5

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Sport, Anatomy & Nutrition (Course Code: 5M5146) QQI Level 5

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AIMS

Our QQI Level 5 Sport, Anatomy and Nutrition course offers the perfect foundation for anyone seeking a dynamic career in the sports, fitness, and leisure industries or planning to progress to higher education or employment.

This comprehensive programme blends in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and nutrition with practical skills essential for roles in fitness instruction and personal training, coaching in Gaelic Football and Soccer as well as pool lifeguard skills. Through engaging coursework and hands-on learning, students develop a strong understanding of how the body functions and how nutrition fuels performance and recovery as well as gaining an understanding of various elements of the sport and fitness industry.

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Leaving Certificate Standard or QQI Level 4
    • English language requirement of a B2.2 standard where English is not your first language.
    • Basic I.T. Skills required.
    • All applicants may be subject to Garda Vetting.

All mature students (23+) without these qualifications are welcome to apply. 

 

Course Content

  • Sport and Recreation Studies 5N2667
  • Exercise and Fitness 5N2668
  • Leisure Facility Administration 5N4666
  • Soccer Coaching 5N4887
  • Gaelic Football Coaching 5N5085
  • Deep/Shallow Water Pool Lifeguard Skills 6N18421/5N18417
  • Nutrition 5N2006
  • Sports Anatomy and Physiology 5N4648
  • Communications 5N0690
  • Personal and Professional Development 5N2985

Note:  Modules may be subject to change

QQI Certification

On successful completion of the course, candidates who reach the required standard will receive the following awards:

  • QQI Level 5 Certificate in Sports, Recreation and Exercise 5M5146
  • First Aid Responder
  • Sport Ireland – Safeguarding 1 Child Protection Certificate
  • FAI – PDP1 and PDP2 (or equivalent)
  • GAA – Introduction to Gaelic Games Coaching (Foundation Award)
  • IWS Pool Lifeguard Award

Possible Progression from this course

Click here for Progression Routes from Sport Recreation & Exercise 5M5146

The link above is to the Progression Routes Section of the CareersPortal website.  You can use this link to find the CAO courses that are available to you with your Moate Business College (MBC) QQI Award.  Select the QQI Award Code of the course you are interested in studying in MBC and Search. Use the Career Sectors/Regions filters to focus your research.

Moate Business College does not accept responsibility for any errors on the CareersPortal website.  It is always advisable to check the individual college website also.

 

Popular Progression Pathways

  • US956 Athletic and Rehabilitation Therapy – BSc TUS Athlone
  • US951 Sports Science with Exercise Physiology – BSc TUS Athlone
  • US958 Applied Sports Science with Strength & Conditioning – TUS Thurles
  • US950 Nutrition & Health Science – TUS Athlone
  • LM090 BSc in Physical Education – University of Limerick

Career Opportunities

This course provides the basic platform for finding employment in the Sport, Recreation and Exercise industry, or as a pathway to further studies. There are a wide range of opportunities in the sector, including:

  • Sports Coaching
  • Health and Fitness Centres
  • Swimming Pools
  • Summer Camps
  • Sports Retail Outlets
  • Sports Development

Got any questions about this course? Email: info@moatebc.com or Telephone: 090 64 81178

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