Course Summary
Course Category: Direct Entry (Higher Education - HET)
The Anatomy and Physiology programme at Portobello Institute provides a strong foundation in the structure and function of the human body, supporting progression into higher education and future careers across healthcare, health science, sport, and wellbeing.
Across one academic semester, the main systems of the human body are introduced alongside the ways these systems interact to maintain health and wellbeing. This foundation supports further study in areas such as healthcare, health science, sports therapy, sports science, and related fields.
The Anatomy and Physiology Portobello Certificate is particularly useful for individuals who are progressing to higher education programmes where anatomy and physiology is a core subject, or for those who want to strengthen their understanding of human biology before beginning further study.
- Duration: 1 academic semester
- Awarding body: Portobello Institute
- Qualification outcome: Portobello Institute Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology
- Key progression note: This qualification can be used in lieu of Leaving Certificate Biology for entry to Portobello Institute’s level 8 sports degrees and supports progression to further study where anatomy and physiology knowledge is required.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
The Skeletal and Muscular Systems
The Circulatory and Lymphatic Systems
The Digestive System
The Respiratory System
The Nervous and Endocrine Systems
The Reproductive System
The Urinary System
The Skin
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Naturalist
Not surprisingly, some aspect of the natural sciences will run through the Naturalist's interests - from ecological awareness to nutrition and health. People with an interest in horticulture, land usage and farming (including fish) are Naturalists.
Some Naturalists focus on animals rather than plants, and may enjoy working with, training, caring for, or simply herding them. Other Naturalists will prefer working with the end result of nature's produce - the food produced from plants and animals. Naturalists like solving problems with solutions that show some sensitivity to the environmental impact of what they do. They like to see practical results and prefer action to talking and discussing.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
