1. Introduction
Thank you for your interest in Setanta College and our new Diploma in Personal Training.
Over the following slides you will learn more about the college and of course why choose this Diploma if you are considering a career in Personal Training.
For more information do not hesitate to contact the team directly:
Setanta College
Thurles Enterprise Centre
Nenagh Road
Co. Tipperary
Tel:

2. Who are Setanta College?
Setanta College is a privately owned Education and Research Institute which was founded in 2006
Our vision is to improve the quality of coaching available to people at all life stages throughout the world
We provide courses and qualifications in Performance Science, Personal Training, Strength and Conditioning, Sport Technology and general Fitness and Well-being
We license our content to Universities for full time degree and masters study and deliver programmes directly online via international partners through out the world, including World Rugby.
Our content is accredited and internationally recognised to Certificate, Degree and Masters level via our University partnerships and Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)

3. Achieve Your Best Why we are launching this course?
Growth and demand in the fitness industry – 9.5% of the current Irish population are gym members.
Growing demand for qualified staff in gyms and health clubs with 9,500 direct employees.
Current qualifications are focused on getting students through courses as quickly as possible.
Courses are poorly regulated and minimum standards do not qualify PT’s with a suitable skillset to provide effective and safe exercise programmes.
To quote Dr Liam Hennessy.. (Read the full interview here)
“Currrent practices are ill informed causing injury or goals not being achieved”
“Rigorous & professional education is needed within the industry of personal training”

4. Learn From The Best Why Choose Setanta College?
Led by our Academic Director, Dr. Liam Hennessy,
the Diploma draws on years of research and practice.
Our modules are developed and overseen by an internationally recognised advisory board who inform our educational programmes and research strategy.
Our lecturers are qualified to MSc or PhD level and are high level sports people or active coaches.
The Diploma in Personal Training is a dual qualification & Internationally recognised. After the 10 months you will have the following qualifications:
Diploma in Personal Training
Certificate in Functional Screening and Strength & Conditioning

5. Learn From The Best Lead Tutor: Claire Brady Lead Tutor: Ben Mahony
A selection of just some of our world class people
Lead Tutor: Claire Brady
Lead Tutor: Ben Mahony
Lead Tutor: Eoin Everard
Advisor: Loren Landow
Ambassador: Padraig Harrington
Guest Tutor: Brendan Maher

6. Learn From The Best Learning Outcomes You will achieve:
A specialised knowledge of how to train an individual for a desired goal
A broad range of practical analytical skills
Ability to conduct functional screening assessments
Ability to prescribe and supervise corrective strategies
Ability to design plan and implement a comprehensive programme of fitness development for both the general public and athletes
Graduates will also have the opportunity to progress on to higher-level qualifications with Setanta College.

7. Course Structure Functional Screening
Physiological systems of the body
How these systems respond to exercise
Movement dysfunction
Posture assessment
The different screening protocols
Corrective exercise strategies
Resistance Training
Principles of training
Types of strength training
Core training
Circuit training
Medball, kettlebell and dumbbell training
Periodisation
Advanced Resistance Training
Systems of strength training
Key technique points of main weightlifting exercises
Design of training plans for strength, hypertrophy and power
Nutrition for physical training

8. Course Logistics Venues Sportslab Thurles St. Michael College Dublin
Blended Learning
Lectures are delivered weekly via our Online Learning Platform.
Approx. one weekend in every month you attend a practical workshop to supplement what you have learned online.
Our courses give you the flexibility to study part time.
We would recommend 6-8 hours per week of study
Duration & Workshop Dates
9 onsite workshops (Feb intake)
18th March
8th April
10th & 24th June
8th July
9th & 30th Sept
21st October
11th November
Three 2017 Intakes
February
May
September

9. FAQ’s Questions asked on the night: What are the workshop dates?
Please see ‘Course Logistics’ slide
When is the closing date for February enrolment?
We will accept students until Friday Feb 3rd at the very latest. Note: Places are limited however.
Would previous experience in training & coaching be beneficial?
Beneficial yes, but not a pre-requisite. Obviously we would expect our students to have a high level of interest in coaching and training, and to be active themselves.
What level qualification do you receive at the end of the course?
NFQ Level 5 Diploma / NFQ Level 6 Certificate
Are there any written exams in the course?
2 onsite sit down MCQ examinations, 2 onsite Practical Assessments in PT
2 Projects per module, 5 bi-weekly short MCQ type tasks based on lecture notes.

10. FAQ’s Questions asked on the night:
Can you choose when to interact with the online material throughout the week or will you have to sign in at particular times?
You have total flexibility as to when you access lectures during the week and during each module.
Do you have to register as a personal trainer with any authority?
A REPs membership will help enhance your employment prospects, with a range of exercise and fitness facilities only employing REPs members.
What are the average costs to get insurance?
We recommend two Insurance companies to insure yourself through. They are:
FITPRO
Balens
The average cost of insurance is roughly €120 - €140 per year.

11. FAQ’s Questions asked on the night:
Is the course open to international students?
We accept international students but you will be required to attend workshops in order to complete the 2 onsite sit down MCQ examinations and the 2 onsite Practical Assessments in Personal Training.
We would always highly recommend that you attend every workshop when it is practical to do so. To note these weekends also count to 20% of your overall final grade.
What is the price of the course?
€3,000 up front or €3,300 when payed by instalments. (3 x €1,100)
Are both qualifications internationally recognised or are they only recognised in Ireland?
The qualifications are recognised internationally.
I'm a Qualified personal trainer (NCEF). Also have national certificate in S&C . I'm looking to upskill and would this be of any benefit to me or could you recommend another course?
We would recommend beginning with our 9 month certificate in Functional Screening, Resistance Training and Advanced Resistance Training. This is stage one of our degree in Strength and Conditioning.

12. FAQ’s Questions asked on the night:
What course can those 30 credits be used towards?
You can use the 30 credits gained to continue with the Setanta College Degree Pathway. Alternatively you can transfer these credits to a similar programme with another provider.
Are there any Credits for functional screening module on its own?
Yes the Functional Screening module carries 10 ECTS credits.
Can fee payment be made by electronic transfer?
You can pay online at or:
By Electronic Transfer
Standing order
Over the phone

13. FAQ’s Questions asked on the night:
Do the lectures stay online for a number of weeks?
All material is stored online up to a month after the module finishes. (There are three separate modules)
How long does the Functional Screening module take?
Three months
If I have a full time job at present would it be too much to try and complete all the online course work each week?
Our courses are designed in such a way that our students can study part-time. We recommend you set aside between 6-8 hours each week; this allows you to work or train full time.

14. FAQ’s Questions asked on the night:
Could you highlight the main benefits of doing this PT course compared with others I've seen available?
Our course delivers weekly lectures over a 10 month period. There is simply no comparison to this level of detail were you to consider the 6-10 week courses that have flooded the market.
The course tutors are qualified to MSc or PhD level. Guest lecturers include leading sport stars and internationally recognised coaches from around the world.
The content delivered on this course draws on years of research and practice and is recognised by world leading authorities in sports science and performance such as World Rugby.
The foundation to all Setanta College courses, including our four year Degree in S&C, is based around the ability to Functionally Screen your clients and athletes. This module is included in the Personal Training Diploma and allows you to offer bespoke exercise programmes as a result.
Is there a future in working in gyms and what career opportunities exist?
The health and fitness industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in Ireland. 10% of the Irish population currently hold a gym membership, so the demand for qualified personal trainers has never been higher.
Qualifying as a Personal Trainer allows you to open and operate your own business while the S&C element of the course allows you to work with teams and groups.

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