Certificate in Gym Instruction & Sports Injury Studies

• Sport & Recreation
• Exercise & Fitness
• Customer Service
• Work Experience
• Sports Anatomy & Physiology
• Sport & Exercise Injury Prevention
• Massage & Figure Analysis
• Physiotherapy Theory Assistant Practice
• ITEC Cert in Gym Based Exercise
• Emergency First Responder

* Modules subject to change

It is desirable that students should be of Leaving Certificate Standard or have achieved an Applied Leaving Certificate with Distinction. Portlaoise Institute welcomes applications from mature students. Mature students are assessed on their merits and do not require the above qualifications. 

All students are required to complete an assessment before commencing a Further Education course in Portlaoise Institute. This assessment confirms if the student has the required level of English and Maths (if applicable) to complete a Level 5 course. 

This course provides a foundation for learners who wish to work as a health and fitness instructor or as a sports coach. Successful graduates can apply for roles as Leisure Centre Assistants. 

This course is recognised as a QQI progression route into a range of courses in higher education including, but not limited to the following. Please note, some courses may have additional entry requirements.

Examples of courses you can progress to:

*Applicants may need specific Leaving Cert subjects depending on their chosen elective. 

*Places are not guaranteed in these institutes and are subject to students meeting certain criteria. Please consult the individual college websites for more information on application. Information available also at www.cao.ie

Sandra Molloy

Sandra Molloy on 057 8630157 or email smolloy@loetb.ie