Successful completion of this course will be the first step towards a career working with sports teams or individuals as a qualified strength and conditioning coach. Specialist courses are provided as an option to achieve ITEC qualifications to industry standard, equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the field of strength and conditioning.
You will spend four days per week in college receiving extensive training in instruction and conditioning techniques. Practical training will take place in our fully equipped gym on campus. On the fifth day, you will be based in an industry setting such as a strength and conditioning facility or a gym where you can enhance your skills and employment opportunities.
Students are encouraged to participate in college sports activities which are generally held on Wednesday afternoons.
Course Coordinator: Rachel Donlon
QQI Subjects:
Course content may be revised for educational or organisational reasons.
QQI Sport, Recreation & Exercise 5M5146
Additional Certification
ITEC Award in Instructing Strength and Conditioning:
ITEC Fitness Instructor Award:
National Government Bodies Coaching Awards:
Minimum Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate: O6/H7 in 5 subjects
or Leaving Certificate Applied
or QQI Level 4
Equivalent qualifications will be accepted
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants who have relevant industry experience and may not meet the above requirements are welcome to apply.
Sports Coaching (Personal Trainer) QQI Level 6 at Inchicore College leads to the valuable ITEC Personal Trainer Award as well as QQI Level 6 Award in Sport, Recreation and Exercise. You may also progress to the BTEC Sports Science Diploma.
QQI 5M5146 Sport, Recreation & Exercise major award leads to many CAO courses through the Higher Education Links Scheme including:
Students spend one day a week based in an industry setting such as a strength and conditioning facility or a gym.
