TQH Level 3 Diploma in Athletic Development for Gaelic Games
Qualifications For Students Student Q&A REPS Ireland LMS Access Services Colleges Employers Social Engagement Endorsed CPD Services Centres Pricing Policy Library SLAM Support Material Qualifications For Students Student Q&A REPS Ireland LMS Access Services Colleges Employers Social Engagement Endorsed CPD Services Centres Pricing Policy Library SLAM Support Material Official Specification Level 3 Athletic Development for Gaelic Games. Accreditation No. 610/3193/8 Verify via Ofqual Guided Learning 370 GLH Total Time 410 TQT Download Full Syllabus GAA Player Pathway Alignment TQH Regional Standards Curriculum Narrative The TQH Level 3 Diploma in Athletic Development for Gaelic Games is a bespoke qualification engineered to meet the specific physical demands of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) player pathway. This programme provides coaches and sport scientists with the specialized technical proficiency required to optimize performance across all stages of development, from childhood fundamentals to elite-tier competition. Centres delivering this programme offer an immersive environment where students master the application of long-term athlete development (LTAD) models. By focusing on age-appropriate biomechanical mastery, metabolic conditioning, and injury prevention, learners attain the technical expertise necessary to elevate the standard of athletic preparation within the global Gaelic Games community. Achievement Summary Pathway Alignment Students attain a thorough understanding of the GAA Player Pathway, ensuring age-appropriate development at every stage. Functional Longevity Learners successfully master injury prevention protocols and movement efficiency to support athlete durability. Specialized Conditioning Learners secure the ability to design metabolic and neuromuscular training programmes specific to Gaelic Football, Hurling, and Camogie. Institutional Standards Students achieve alignment with the highest global standards for high-performance youth and adult athletic development. Unit Component Level GLH Credits Portfolio Practical Athletic Development across The Fundamentals Stage GAA Player Pathway (6-8 Years) 3 90 9 ✔ ✔ Athletic Development in The Learn to Train Stage GAA Player Pathway (10 – 12 Years) 3 90 9 ✔ ✔ Athletic Development in The Train to Train Stage GAA Player Pathway (14 – 16 Years) 3 100 10 ✔ ✔ Athletic Development in The Train to Compete Stage GAA Player Pathway (17 – 18 Years) 3 90 9 ✔ ✔ Grading & Assessment Policy Successful completion of all four mandatory units results in a Pass grade. Evidence of technical mastery and practical observation must be verified via ‘The Hub’. Institutional Excellence
