Course Outline:
This course is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in the area of Sports Nutrition/ Human Nutrition/ Dietetics. It also provides a direct pathway to B.Ed Home Economics at ATU St. Angela’s, Sligo. The aim of this programme is giving learners a detailed understanding of nutrition, diet and health, gaining the knowledge and skills necessary for the beginnings of a career in nutrition and health, sports nutrition or related fields.
Successful students will earn an award in Community Health Services 5M4468.
Course Modules:
- Sports Nutrition 6N4651
- Nutrition 5N2006
- Dietetics 5N3736
- Anatomy and Physiology 5N0749
- Sports and Recreation Studies 5N2667
- Psychology 5N0754
- Communications 5N0690
- Work Experience 5N1356
- Spreadsheets Methods 5N1977/ Word Processing
Course Duration:
This is a one year, full time course, running from September to May.
Entry Requirements:
A Leaving Certificate or equivalent is required, although exceptions are given to mature students who are over 23 years of age. Acceptance to the course is also based on an interview which takes place a few weeks after applications have been submitted.
Fees:
There are no fees to study this course.
Further Progression:
This course is the beginning of a career in Sports Nutrition/ Nutrition/ Dietetics, allowing successful students to progress to level 6 or third level courses. Some of the courses graduates have progressed onto include:
- Sc. (Hons) Human Nutrition Level 8 ATU Sligo.
- Sc. Human Nutrition Level 7 ATU Sligo
- Sc. Health Science and Physiology ATU Sligo
- Health Science with Dietetic Studies Level 6 ATU Letterkenny – Progression to Dietetics in UK
- Ed. Home Economics ATU St. Angela’s, Sligo
There are wide range of progression opportunities available for FET graduates via the CAO website. Please view the entry requirements for all Higher Education colleges here: https://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=scoring&s=fetac
Student Testimonial:
This course provides in depth knowledge about nutritional science, dietary planning and the importance of a balanced diet. The practical applications of the concepts I’ve learned have greatly enhanced my understanding of nutrition and its impact on health. The course also enabled me to learn and develop my computer skills. The lecturers are all very knowledgeable, supportive and helpful. The course also provides a brilliant opportunity of Erasmus for work experience. This course has been extremely beneficial for me as I have learned skills and knowledge in the area of Dietetics and Nutrition. I plan to study next year at ATU Donegal and continue on to Coventry University to complete a B.Sc. Hons in Dietetics.
Detailed Course Outline:
Sports Nutrition – Level 6 module
Further develops learner’s knowledge, skill and competence in the concepts and principles underpinning nutrition, energy sources and energy usage within an active living, exercise, sports and or weight management context.
Nutrition
Provides the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to understand the nutritional composition of food and the effects of food and nutrition on an individual’s health and personal well-being.
Dietetics
Introduces the learner to the principles of nutrition and health with specific emphasis on the hospital setting and the role of the dietitian.
Sports and Recreation Studies
Provides the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the theory and practice underpinning sport and recreation activities to enable the learner to work under supervision in a variety of sport, recreation and exercise context.
Anatomy & Physiology
Furnishes the learner with knowledge, skill and competence to understand the structure and function of the human body and the interrelationship between its systems.
Psychology
Provides the learner with the knowledge, skills and capacity to understand psychological processes by introducing them to psychological perspectives, psychology as a science, and psychological disorders.
Communications
Facilitates the learner to acquire communication skills relevant to vocational and personal development.
Work Experience
Allows the learner to gain personal knowledge, skills and capacity while participating in a suitable work placement, for a limited time, under supervision.
Mathematics (optional)
Allows the learner to apply a broad range of mathematical skills and tools to a wide variety of contexts, with some theoretical understanding.
