Beauty Therapy
Want to travel the world? Teach future CIDESCO students? Run your own salon? With a CIDESCO Beauty Therapy qualification you are already on the path to that destination. Make your dreams a reality, and obtain the skills needed to set up a solid career in beauty therapy. Based in Zurich, the CIDESCO International qualification is recognised throughout the world for setting the highest standards of excellence in the Beauty Therapy profession.
| Award Name | Diploma - UK |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Comite Internationale Et De Cosmetologie |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 3 |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma - UK | Comite Internationale Et De Cosmetologie | ||
| Diploma at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Duration: September to May
Entry Requirements
Full QQI Level 5 Award in Beauty Therapy (5M3471),
ITEC Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Specialist Treatments and
ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments are required.
Careers / Further progression
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
Some of our popular progression opportunities include:
ITEC Level 3 Award in Education and Training.
ITEC Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training.
NABTET Teacher Training Award.
Go to our progressions database for exact requirements on progressions for this course.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Students pursue a wide variety of careers such as working in hotel spas, beauty salons, cruise liners, beauty therapy tutor, mobile therapist, sales representatives, beauty counter sales and self employment.
Further information
Maintenance Grant (SUSI)
Learners attending full-time Further Education courses may be eligible for a means-tested maintenance grant. Information regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.susi.ie
WORK PLACEMENT/EXPERIENCE
Students will undertake work experience one day a week in a salon environment. The college has a fully equipped training salon which is open on Fridays for customers and students also gain experience here.
Work placement is a highly valued component of the student experience here at the college. An excellent opportunity for you to gain insight into the world of work. Students are encouraged to source their own Work Placement but you will be supported by the Work Placement team should you need assistance to do this.
The CIDESCO Beauty Therapy Diploma is Internationally recognized in the Beauty, Spa & Wellness Industry worldwide.
CIDESCO Training – Students must undergo a course of at least 1200 hours of training in practical and theoretical work in a registered CIDESCO School. Cork College of Further Education, Morrisons Island Campus is the only CIDESCO registered college in Cork.
CIDESCO Examinations – On completion of the course, students take the CIDESCO Examination which consists of: Facial examination, Body examination, Written examination, Project with Case Histories.
COURSE CONTENT
CIDESCO Aesthetics Treatments Theory & Practical
CIDESCO Body Treatments Theory & Practical
CIDESCO Anatomy & Physiology
Business Studies
CIDESCO Project with case histories
ITEC Electrical Epilation
QQI Level 4 in Environmental Sustainability Awareness - 4N21810
ADDITIONAL TRAINING / WORKSHOPS
Dermalogica Partnership Programme workshops – Dermalogica is the professional’s choice in skincare and over 100,000 therapists use this brand worldwide. Students will attend a range of online workshops to achieve the “Aspire Excellence Award”. The Aspire Skills Series gives access to the most up-to-date and industry relevant training covering all aspects of skincare from retailing to client consultations and treatments, touch therapy to technology.
Hot Stones Massage – A Hot Stone Massage is a type of massage where the therapist uses smooth hot stones on the back which provides heat therapy to the muscles easing tension and pain.
Indian Head Massage – Indian head massage is a treatment that has multiple positive effects on the Nervous System focusing on the head, neck, shoulders upper arms and face. It is undoubtedly one of the most relaxing treatments and most enjoyable short courses to partake in. During the course you will be worked on and will work on each other in order to understand the true benefits both physically and mentally. During the course we will also cover Client consultation, understanding and checking for contraindications and client care. Additionally, Hygiene, Health and Safety and muscles and bones of the area will also be covered.
We also offer students the opportunity to avail of a range of optional courses such as Threading, Gel Polish, Lash Lift & Brow Lamination, Lash Extensions, HD Brows, Spray Tanning etc. subject to demand.
CERTIFICATION
CIDESCO Beauty Therapy Diploma.
ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Epilation 603/4042/3 (2143).
QQI Level 4 award in Environmental Sustainability Awareness – 4N21810
Email: CIDESCOBeauty@morrisonsislandcampus.ie
Tel: (021) 4223 845