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Health, Fitness & Bodywork Therapy Training in Ireland

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National Training Centre:
The National Training Centre (NTC), with locations in Dublin and across Ireland in Cork, Galway and Donegal, is a Health Fitness & Bodywork School offering day, evening and weekend certificate, diploma & post graduate degree courses in complementary medical healthcare and health related fitness. NTC exists to provide education and training which lead to industry recognised national qualifications.

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About NTC:

Photo of Health, Fitness & Bodywork Therapy Training in IrelandNTC is the accepted authority in the areas of complementary medical healthcare and health related fitness in Ireland, and we work with world authorities to bring the very latest educational experiences to our students. Our organisation is 100% student focused, and our custom built facilities recognise our commitment to enhancing student's learning experiences and outcomes.

NTC comprises five schools and colleges:
- The National College of Exercise and Health Studies (NCEHS) provides training in the area of health related fitness.
- The National School of Sports Massage (NSSM) provides training in the area of orthopaedic sports massage.
- The College of Complementary Medical Education (CCME) provides training in the areas of neuromuscular and physical therapy.
- The Pilates Institute (Ireland) provides training in the area of pilates.
- The Irish College of Osteopathic Medicine which provides training in the area of osteopathic medicine.

Industry Partners:
- Association of Neuromuscular Physical Therapists (ANMPT)
- The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS)
- The Academy of Emergency Care in Sport
- The European Health & Fitness Association (EHFA)
- The European Register of Exercise Professionals (EREPS)

Testimonials:
"Thanks for a great course. I really enjoyed every lecture in the NTC, even the aerobics which I was very nervous to start with. The structure of the course was excellent and I'm amazed at how much we covered in four short months. Keep up the good work."

- Daniel (day class).

"To Everyone at the National Training Centre: Thank you so much for showing us a new world. We had a great time with everyone doing the course and look forward to seeing you again soon!"
- Christine

Health Fitness and Bodywork Therapy Courses:


Certificate, Diploma & Post Graduate Degree Courses in:

- Physical Therapy
- Fitness
- Pilates
- Osteopathy Training
- Nutrition Science
- Weight Management

Locations:
Dublin: National Training Centre, 15 - 16 St. Josephs Parade, Dorset Street, Dublin 7
Dublin: Indoor Cycling & Aqua Fitness, Herberton Leisure Centre, St. James' Walk, Rialto, Dublin 8
Cork: National Training Centre, Mardyke Arena, University College Cork, Western Road, Cork
Galway
Galway: National Training Centre, Pillo Hotel, Headford Point, Headford Road, Galway
Donegal: National Training Centre, Unit 5 Rossview Business Park,
Port Road, Letterkenny, Co.Donegal

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Address: 15 - 16 Saint Joseph's Parade, Dorset Street, Dublin, Ireland
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