Tralee Community College

Sport and Recreation – DSRXX


  Courses 2010-2011


Duration: One Year
  
Awarding Body: FETAC
Course Code: DSRXX (Level 5)
Progression: Higher Education Links Scheme
(Various Institutes of Technologies and some Universities)
Application: Mail To: Tralee Community College,
               Clash, Tralee, Co. Kerry
Online: http://www.traleecc.com
Phone: +353 (0) 66 7121741
Maintenance Grant: Applications To:
Kerry Education Service, Riverside House,
Dan Spring Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry
(or to your local VEC office).

Introduction:

This is a one-year full-time course that will enable students to gain employment in the sports and leisure industry. The points from this course can be used to gain entry to certain third level courses.

Career Opportunities:

This course is designed to facilitate students who wish to pursue employment in the areas of leisure, coaching or as a Physical Education teacher.

Course Content:

  • Sport & Recreation
  • Leisure Facility Operations
  • Exercise & Fitness
  • Leisure Facility Administration
  • Health Related Fitness
  • Outdoor Leadership
  • Basketball Coaching and Swimming
  • First-Aid
  • Word Processing
  • Communications
  • Work Experience
All the above modules are at FETAC Level 5. Additional Level 6 modules may be offered subject to demand and resources. This would facilitate progression to 2nd year in IT Tralee.

Entry Requirements:

Applicants should have the Leaving Certificate or equivalent. Mature students are also welcome. Selection will be made by interview.

Work Experience:

One day a week will be spent on work experience. This will introduce and prepare students for employment in their chosen areas and enable them to form links with local industry.

Course Fees:

In addition to the college fees of €150, there will be additional fees for First-Aid and Workshops.

Certification:

Students who complete the course successfully qualify for:

  • A FETAC (Level 5) award in Sport and Recreation – DSRXX
  • Coaching Awards in Basketball
  • Nationally recognised certificates in Occupational First-Aid
  • A College Certificate

Enquiries and Applications:

For enquiries and applications please refer to contact methods above or click "Apply Now" on various parts of this web page.
Phone: +353 (0)66 7121741 E-mail: tccoffice@eircom.net Fax: +353 (0)66 7129200