Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This course leads to internationally recognised qualifications that will ensure learners are education to the highest Industry standards. It is a one year full time course consisting o both practical and theoretical training. A compulsory Work Experience module in a busy salon is a requirement. This course provides you with skills in Skin Care, eye Treatments, Eyelash extensions, Nail treatments and Electrical Treatments. These qualification will offer you the opportunity to embark on a successful career in Beauty therapy.
Awards:
- ITEC Certificate in Eyelash Extensions
- CIBTAC Diploma in Beauty Therapy Services
- QQI Level 5 Component Certificate in Work Experience 5N1356
- Award in Facial Electrotherapy Treatments
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Beauty Therapy Services
Facial Electrical Treatments
Eye lash Extensions
Eye Treatments
Waxing
Manicure, Pedicure, Gel polish
Monitor & Maintain Health & Safety in the Salon
Client Care & Communication in Beauty related industries
Work Experience
Anatomy & Physiology
IT
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Further Research
Career Progression
As an alternative to entering the world of work; further studies in Beauty & Complimentary Therapies. Advancement in the industry to include – Leisure Centres, Cruise Liners, Spa Industry or Hotel Industry, Teaching/Training, Theatre and Film Industry and Make-up Artist. Beauty therapy is thriving profession with an ever-increasing demand for trained therapists. Lucrative employment opportunities arise for therapists in the following areas: Beauty Salons, Nail Salons, Waxing Salons, Mobile Therapist, Cruise Liners, Sales Representative, Hotel Industry and Facial Clinics.