This is a full-time programme with a strong emphasis on the theoretical and practical components of sports and fitness. The course looks into coaching, fitness and sports development, basic sports science fundamentals and includes modules related to sports injuries and sports as a business venture. Placement experience provided throughout the course further strengthens these abilities. During the two years of this programme of studies, the learner will be exposed to an array of activities that will enrich their experience in the world of sports and fitness.

• Fitness Instructor,
• Foundations Coach,
• Sport Activity Organiser

Internal Progression Route….

• Any MCAST MQF Level 3 Diploma

OR

4 subjects at SEC / SSC&P / SSQP, or equivalent, with a Pass Grade / Level 3

Medical Clearance is required before being found eligible for course

Closer to the opening of the Applications’ Time-Window, a “Pre-Entry / Eligibility Fitness Medical Clearance Form” will be made available on the course’s web page on MCAST website (‘Full Time courses’ Section). This will need to be filled in and signed by a Family Doctor / GP as well as endorsed by parents in instances of applicants who are under 18 years of age. When submitting an application for this programme of studies, this filled-in and signed document, needs to be part of the uploads submitted, in order for the application to be processed. Without that upload, the application will not be processed during the Admissions period (Summer 2025)