Setanta College
Setanta College is a globally recognized higher education institution in human performance and sports science. At Setanta, their goal is to provide local and global communities with education, information, and applications that define their business. Setanta has campuses in Ireland, the UK, the USA, Italy, South Africa, and India. It is run by an advisory board and lecturing staff with extensive experience in elite-level sport. The college has collaborated with some of the world's top athletic organizations across numerous nations and continents, stemming from Dr. Liam Hennessy's expertise in the field.
Their dedication lies in offering their students an advanced educational journey that culminates in increased specialized knowledge, comprehension, and hands-on proficiency in strength and conditioning, sport, exercise, and performance science.
Graduates of Setanta work with elite athletes and professionals all around the world. Others use their knowledge to help enhance overall health and well-being, coaching methods, and specific populations within their local communities, schools, and clubs.
A growing number of their graduates have gone on to work in or own and run their own facilities since the broader health and wellness sector experiences a shortage of appropriately certified strength and conditioning specialists.
Setanta College Programmes
Setanta College Course Structure and Payment Options
Setanta College Admission Requirement
- Applicants must be 18 years old or older on January 1st of the admission year. All applications for the undergraduate programs must meet the college's minimal entry standards. A Leaving Certificate or equivalent with at least two H5s and four O6s (including English and Math) is necessary. Before enrollment, all applicants under 23 must produce their Leaving Certificate transcript and evidence of age.
- You may apply as a mature student if you are over 23. Applications from mature students are evaluated based on their age, coaching/playing experience, general education level, motivation, and commitment to the program for which they are applying.
- A full QQI/FETAC award in a cognate area with a distinction grade in at least 3 modules is required for QQI/FETAC Level 5 awards (previously NCVA Level 2 or 3) graduates.
- International learners whose first language is not English will be expected to demonstrate a suitable degree of English language ability. Setanta College accepts the following credit cards:
- The IELTS is a test of English as a foreign language. A score of IELTS 6, or the equivalent, is required within two years of the program's enrollment.
- The CEFR standard, B2+, must be completed within two years of program enrollment.
- The accomplishment of a major award at level 5 or above that is successfully matched to an English-language NFQ.
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FAQ
1.Do I need previous sporting/coaching qualifications to apply?
You don't need any prior coaching or athletic experience because the courses are made to prepare you from the very beginning to the very end.
2.I work full-time. Is this a problem?
This is not at all problematic because many of Setanta College’s students work full-time jobs besides their studies. Blended learning is used to provide the courses. You can study at your own pace using the college’s online site, where lectures are posted once a week. It is feasible for students to make up missed coursework the following week when they have a busy week.
Setanta College schedules practical sessions on Saturdays every five to six weeks; the dates are announced well in advance.
3.How do I pay for these courses?
Course fees for Setanta College’s Diploma and Undergraduate route programs can be paid in whole, once for each module, or monthly. Visit the college’s enrollment page here for additional details.
4.What are my career opportunities once I am qualified?
In-depth employment prospects are listed in each course breakdown found here.
In terms of overall career development, most of their graduates have gone on to work in the sports or health & fitness sectors. Some of their graduates have established their own facilities, and professional sports clubs employ others.
Students will be ready to work with players of all skill levels, from novices to elite athletes, in both sports and leisure activities. Furthermore, students will acquire the necessary abilities to function well in a variety of fitness-related fields, including personal training, gym instruction, rehabilitation, health and wellness, community service, tutoring, etc.
5.What are the start dates for programs?
There are three start dates per year for the Diploma in Personal Training and S&C: February, May, and October. March, September, and December are comparable start dates for our undergraduate program.
Every year in September, the Masters of Performance Coaching program begins.
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