Sport and Fitness with Personal Training

QQI Level 6

Course Code

Major Award Code

6M5147

About This Course

This one-year advanced course is designed for learners who have already completed a QQI Level 5 in Sport, Recreation and Exercise and are looking to progress into supervisory roles, personal training, or sports coaching.

This is a dual-certified programme, combining the QQI Level 6 Award in Sport, Recreation & Exercise with the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training and the Level 2 Award in Instructing Strength and Conditioning Sessions. These industry-recognised qualifications will give you a competitive edge in the fitness and leisure sector.

You’ll gain advanced knowledge in fitness instruction, coaching, and leadership, while also developing the business and communication skills needed to thrive in a professional setting.

Modules

Course Content

You will study a comprehensive range of modules that prepare you for both practical and leadership roles in the fitness industry:

Health Promotion – Learn strategies to support healthy lifestyles in your community
Sports Nutrition – Explore advanced dietary planning for performance and recovery
Start Your Own Business – Understand the essentials of running a fitness business
Soccer Coaching – Enhance your coaching techniques and session planning
Team Leadership – Develop the skills to lead and motivate others
Gaelic Football Coaching – Build on your coaching experience in a GAA context
Sports Industry Practice – Gain insights into the professional sports and fitness sector
Exercise and Fitness – Apply advanced training principles in real-world settings
Work Experience – Complete placement in a relevant sports or fitness environment

Progression

Completing the QQI Level 5 in Sport and Fitness opens up a wide range of opportunities for further study in both Ireland and the UK. Many of our past students have progressed to degree programmes such as:

• BEd (Hons) Sports Studies & Education – University College Cork (UCC)
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Education – University of Limerick.
• Sports Science & Exercise Physiology – TUS Midlands
• Sport & Exercise (Common Entry) – ATU Donegal
• BEd (Hons) Physical Education with QTS – University of Sunderland (UK)
• Sports Coaching & Business Management (Soccer) – Southeast Technological University (Carlow Campus)

Entry Requirements

QQI level 5 award in Sports, Recreation and Exercise (or equivalent).

• Must include Level 5 Exercise and Fitness and at least one Level 5 Coaching module (Soccer or GAA)
• ITEC Gym Instruction Award.

Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet this entry requirement but can demonstrate industry experience.

Course Fees

At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees.

Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150.

Eli Mellor

Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Studies Year 1

I knew that I would not get the points needed in the Leaving Cert to do a Physiotherapy Course in Ireland, so I used Cavan Institute as a stepping stone to get into a University abroad.