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LTS1 - Level 5 Physiotherapy Assistant

This one-year course provides students with a programme that is an ideal starting point for learners wishing to pursue a career in Physiotherapy or work as a Physiotherapy assistant. It prepares students to work alongside a physiotherapist, assisting with patient handling, patient care and supervised use of physiotherapy equipment.

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Is this course right for you?

This course will give a knowledge and understanding of the variety of skills necessary to work within the Physiotherapy Industry. It will give an introduction to assessing and treating clients presenting with injuries or disabilities, from the healthcare sector to the sporting industry

What will you study?

This programme covers a wide range of topics with particular emphasis being placed on practical application in the areas of anatomy, physiology, and physiotherapy assistant skills. Work Experience forms an integral part of the course and learners are required to gain work experience within a practice to gain practical experience and application. 

Students may also gain a qualification in ITEC Sports Massage Therapy which provides the skills and knowledge to plan, prepare, and provide a range of sports massage methods to clients. 

 

Areas of study may include:

  • Physiotherapy Assistant Practice
  • Physiotherapy Assistant Theory
  • Sports Anatomy and Physiology
  • Exercise and Fitness
  • Sport and Recreation Studies
  • Communications
  • Work Experience
  • Nutrition
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Word Processing
  • Patient Manual Handling
  • First Aid Responder

Qualifications Obtained

5M5146 QQI Level 5 Sports, Recreation & Exercise

National Governing Body Awards

ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing

FAR (First Aid Response) Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council

Further Information

Find out about Entry Requirements.

For more information on this course, please contact Elaine Reilly.

LTS1 - Level 5 Physiotherapy Assistant

This one-year course provides students with a programme that is an ideal starting point for learners wishing to pursue a career in Physiotherapy or work as a Physiotherapy assistant. It prepares students to work alongside a physiotherapist, assisting with patient handling, patient care and supervised use of physiotherapy equipment.

LTS1 - Level 5 Physiotherapy Assistant

QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €100.00

Good News Regarding Your Course Fees

In August 2022 Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses.  This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150.  This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.

Additional courses:
First Aid Responder and Fitness Sessions course fees are also fully funded by Monaghan Institute and CMETB.

LTS1 - Level 5 Physiotherapy Assistant

Career Prospects

Graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher education and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities.

Graduates are eligible to apply to an Irish Hospital or Residential Care setting for a position as a Physiotherapy Assistant.

Further opportunities may include Private gyms, Spa Facilities and Self employment.

MI Progression

Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Health, Fitness and Sport Performance

Degree Progression

There are many degree options available from this course, including:

College Course Area Level
UCC Sports Studies and Physical Education 8
UL BSc Physical Education 8
TU Dublin Sports Science and Health 7
DkIT Sport, Exercise and Enterprise 7
TUS Midlands Midwest Business (Sport and Recreation) 6
ATU Galway Sport and Exercise Science 8
TUS Midwest Sports Strength and Conditioning 8
ATU Donegal Sports and Exercise 8
University of Ulster Physiotherapy

 

LTS2 - Level 5 Sport and Leisure Management

Leisure professionals play a vital role in the day-to-day health and wellbeing of the general population through their work in leisure facilities, gyms and sports clubs. Complete your studies in this dynamic and fast moving sector and gain a qualification to work in an industry with real rewards and change people’s lives on a daily basis.

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Is this course right for you?

This course aims to provide learners with the practical skills and knowledge to instruct people in the sports, coaching and leisure industry. There is a large practical element, which will require students to actively coach and instruct others in various disciplines. This is an essential course for anyone looking to progress to a position within the leisure industry or for those currently working in fitness that want to advance their career.

What will you study?

As part of the training, learners will take a Certificate in Fitness Instructing and complete fitness testing, instruct exercise classes, prescribe exercise through the development of gym programmes, delve into nutrition and gain invaluable exposure to the leisure industry during work placement.

Areas of study may include:

  • Sport & Recreation Studies
  • Exercise & Fitness
  • Sports Anatomy & Physiology
  • Nutrition
  • Leisure Facility Administration
  • GAA Football Coaching
  • Soccer Coaching
  • Customer Service/Communications
  • Word Processing
  • Work Experience

Additional:

  • ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
  • FAR (First Aid Response)
  • WSI Pool Lifeguarding

Qualifications Obtained

5M5146 QQI Level 5 Sports, Recreation & Exercise

National Governing Body Awards

ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing

FAR (First Aid Response) Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council

WSI Pool Lifeguarding

Further Information

Find out about Entry Requirements.

For more information on this course, please contact Elaine Reilly.

LTS2 - Level 5 Sport and Leisure Management

Leisure professionals play a vital role in the day-to-day health and wellbeing of the general population through their work in leisure facilities, gyms and sports clubs. Complete your studies in this dynamic and fast moving sector and gain a qualification to work in an industry with real rewards and change people’s lives on a daily basis.

LTS2 - Level 5 Sport and Leisure Management

QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €100.00

Good News Regarding Your Course Fees

In August 2022, Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses.  This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150.  This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.

Additional courses:
First Aid Responder, Coaching, VTCT (ITEC) Fitness Instructing and Infection Prevention for Sport and Fitness Sessions course fees are also fully funded by Monaghan Institute and CMETB.

LTS2 - Level 5 Sport and Leisure Management

Career Prospects

Sport and Leisure Management graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:

Leisure Attendant l Youth and Community Work l Gym Instruction l Lifeguarding l GAA Coaching l Soccer Coaching l Leisure Centre Management l Sports Retail l Sport Development l Professional Coaching l Strength and Conditioning Coach |

MI Progression

Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Health Fitness and Sport Performance

Degree Progression

There are many degree options available from this course, including:

College Course Area Level
TU Munster Coaching and Sports Performance 7
South East Technological University Sport & Exercise Science (SES) 8
UCC Sports Studies and Physical Education 8
DKIT Health and Physical Activity 8
ATU Galway Mayo  Sport and Exercise Science 8

 

Employment Progression

Graduates progressed to work for the following companies:

Fitness Habit | Coral Leisure | The Peace Link | David Lloyd Club | The Hillgrove Leisure Club.

LTS3 - Level 5 Sports Coaching and Exercise Studies

Sports coaches provide opportunities for athletes to work towards achieving their full potential in their relevant sports. Complete your studies in this area to gain a qualification to allow you to coach sports people and teams, from youth to professional level. Develop the skills necessary to guide and develop athletes to enhance their sporting performance.

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Is this course right for you?

The course is practically orientated and introduces a broad range of sport and fitness modules to develop fundamental coaching skills and abilities in a variety of different sports and disciplines.

What will you study?

Sport Coaching provides learners with a range of skills, resources and governing body qualifications to prepare them for a career in coaching, fitness and sports related fields. Learners will plan, prepare and implement various coaching sessions throughout a busy year.

Areas of study may include:

  • Sport & Recreation Studies
  • Soccer Coaching
  • Exercise & Fitness
  • Gaelic Football Coaching
  • Leisure Facility Management
  • Nutrition
  • Sports Anatomy and Physiology
  • Word Processing
  • Customer Service/Communications
  • Work Experience

Additional:

  • National Governing Body Coaching Qualifications
  • FAR (First Aid Response)
  • WSI Pool Lifeguarding

Qualifications Obtained

5M45146 QQI Level 5 Sports, Recreation & Exercise

National Governing Body Coaching Qualifications (e.g. GAA, FAI)

FAR (First Aid Response) Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council

WSI Pool Lifeguarding

Further Information

Find out about Entry Requirements.

For more information on this course, please contact Elaine Reilly.

LTS3 - Level 5 Sports Coaching and Exercise Studies

Sports coaches provide opportunities for athletes to work towards achieving their full potential in their relevant sports. Complete your studies in this area to gain a qualification to allow you to coach sports people and teams, from youth to professional level. Develop the skills necessary to guide and develop athletes to enhance their sporting performance.

LTS3 - Level 5 Sports Coaching and Exercise Studies

QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €100.00

Good News Regarding Your Course Fees 

In August 2022, Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses.  This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150.  This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.

Additional courses:
First Aid Responder, and Coaching course fees are also fully funded by Monaghan Institute and CMETB.

LTS3 - Level 5 Sports Coaching and Exercise Studies

Career Prospects

Sports Coaching and Exercise Studies graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:

Sports Development Officer l Youth and Community Work l Soccer Coaching l GAA Coaching l Sports Retail l Sport Development l Professional Coaching l Strength and Conditioning Coach l Performance Analysis l Coaching Officers l Lifestyle Coach l NGB Referee |

MI Progression

Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Health Fitness and Sport Performance

Degree Progression

There are many degree options available from this course, including:

 

College Course Area Level
South East Technological University Sports Coaching and Business Management 7
DkIT Sport, Exercise and Enterprise 7
TU Dublin Sports Management and Coaching 8
South East Technological University Strength and Conditioning 8
ATU Galway Mayo  Sport and Exercise Science 8

Employment Progression

Graduates progressed to work for the following companies:

Monaghan GAA | Football Association of Ireland | The Peace Link | Monaghan Local Sports Partnership | NRC, Basketball Ireland |

LTS4 - Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Health, Fitness and Sport Performance

Graduates of the Health, Fitness and Sports Performance programme have excellent opportunities in relation to career progression. Whether you want to advance to work in the sport and leisure industry, or progress to higher education; this programme provides a springboard to do so, while gaining an insight into athlete development and methods to enhance sporting performance.

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Is this course right for you?

This Advanced Certificate course is for those who have already successfully completed a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Sport, Recreation & Exercise or equivalent. The programme involves practical and theoretical sport studies to prepare learners for a career in sport coaching, sport development and the leisure sector. In addition, it also prepares students for progression to various sports related degrees, as well as specific advanced progression opportunities (access into year two of degree programmes) which have been agreed with a number of third level colleges.

What will you study?

Throughout the year there will be opportunities to practise coaching skills, gain national coaching qualifications, examine nutrition, study health promotion and improve sporting opportunities in your local community, while enhancing career and further education opportunities.

Areas of study may include:

  • Sports Industry Practice
  • Exercise & Fitness
  • Sports Psychology
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Health Promotion
  • Business Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Work Experience
  • Word Processing

Additional:

  • ITEC Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
  • WSI Pool Lifeguarding

Qualifications Obtained

6M5147 QQI Level 6 Sports, Recreation & Exercise

National Governing Body Awards

ITEC Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training

WSI Pool Lifeguarding

Further Information

Find out about Entry Requirements.

For more information on this course, please contact Elaine Reilly.

LTS4 - Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Health, Fitness and Sport Performance

Graduates of the Health, Fitness and Sports Performance programme have excellent opportunities in relation to career progression. Whether you want to advance to work in the sport and leisure industry, or progress to higher education; this programme provides a springboard to do so, while gaining an insight into athlete development and methods to enhance sporting performance.

LTS4 - Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Health, Fitness and Sport Performance

QQI Exam Fee € 80.00
Administration Fee € 50.00
Capitation Fee €70.00

Good News Regarding Your Course Fees

In August 2022, Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses.  This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150.  This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.

The elective ITEC Diploma in Personal Training of €575.00 is also fully funded by Monaghan Institute and CMETB.

LTS4 - Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Health, Fitness and Sport Performance

Career Prospects

Advanced Certificate in Health, Fitness and Sports Performance graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:

Personal Trainer l Group Instruction l Sports Development Officer l Strength and Conditioning Coach│ Youth and Community Work l Sports Coach l Sports Retail l Sport Development l Professional Coaching l Performance Analysis l Coaching Officer l Lifestyle Coach |

Degree Progression

There are many degree options available from this course, including:

College Course Area Level
UCC Sports Studies and Physical Education 8
UUJ Sport and Exercise Sciences 8
TU Munster Coaching and Sports Performance 7
DkIT Sport, Exercise and Enterprise (Advanced Entry to Second Year) 7
UCC BA (Hons) in Arts (with Specialisms) 8

Employment Progression

Graduates progressed to work for the following companies:

Fitness Habit | Coral Leisure | The Peace Link | Personal Training | Hillgrove Leisure Club |