Complementary Therapies
This course is designed to equip students with a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to work under supervision in the Complementary Health Therapy industry. Students may progress to further education in this specialist area or in the health sciences. Students receive hands-on experience in treatments which encourage general health and well-being in an applied learning environment.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is a full-time one year course and runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.
• Interview
• Mature applicants welcome
• Applicants whose first language is not English will require a competency as stated in our admissions policy
Careers / Further progression
Progression to Higher Education
SG Institute of Technology Sligo
SG134 Bachelor of Business in Recreation & Leisure, Level 7
SG435 Bachelor of Science in Health Science & Physiology, Level 7
Please note that all QQI Further Education graduates who hold a major Level 5 or Level 6 award are eligible to apply for any IT Sligo programme through the CAO system.
ATU - Sligo (St. Angelas)
AS052 Health and Disability Studies, Level 8. 5 Distinctions in Modules
ATU - Athlone
AL663 Higher Certificate in Business in Sport & Recreation, Level 6
AL760 Spa & Wellness Management,, Level 7
TUS - Limerick
LC422 Sports Strength & Conditioning (Tipperary), Level 8
LC423 Sports Strength & Conditioning (Tipperary), Level 7
TUD - Blanchardstown
BN111 Sports Management & Coaching, Level 8 (Minimum 3 Distinctions required)
SETU - Carlow
CW198 Strength & Conditioning, Level 8 (Minimum 3 Distinctions required)
CW106 Physiology & Health Science, Level 6
CW178 Sports Science, Level 8
CW807 Sport and Exercise (GAA), Level 7 Portfolio required
CW817 Sport and Exercise (Rugby), Level 7 Portfolio required
CW827 Sport and Exercise (Soccer), Level 7 Portfolio required
CW858 Sports Management and Coaching (GAA Rugby Soccer), Level 8 Portfolio and 3 Distinctions required
The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website. Click here for details of CAO QQI Requirements.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates from this course are fully qualified therapists and may pursue employment in the following areas:
Leisure Centres
Health Spas
Hotels
Salons
Sports Clubs
Care Settings for various client groups
Cruise Liners
Further information
Health Science & Complementary Therapies - 5M4468
This course is designed to equip students with a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to work under supervision in the Complementary Therapy industry. Students may progress to further education in this specialist area or in the health sciences. Students receive hands-on experience in treatments which encourage general health and well-being in an applied learning environment.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.
Interview
Mature applicants welcome
Applicants whose first language is not English will require a competency as stated in our admissions policy here
Course Content
Anatomy & Physiology 5N0749
On Site Massage 6N3478
Beauty Industry Ethics and Practice 5N3470
Customer Service 5N0972
Work Experience 5N1356
Body Massage & Figure Analysis 5N3465
Reflexology 5N5371
Nutrition 5N2006
Anatomy & Physiology - ITEC
Professional Conduct & Business Awareness - ITEC
Holistic Massage - ITEC
Optional Add-On Courses
Hopi Ear Candling
Indian Head Massage
Advanced Massage Techniques
Hot Stone Therapy
Erasmus+
Participants on this programme have the opportunity to apply for a three-week work experience placement in Tenerife
or Malaga. (Students must be over 18)
Progression to Higher Education
SG Institute of Technology Sligo
SG134 Bachelor of Business in Applied Sport with Business Level 7
SG435 Bachelor of Science in Health Science & Physiology, Level 7
Please note that all QQI Further Education graduates who hold a major Level 5 or Level 6 award are eligible to apply for any ATU Sligo programme through the CAO system.
ATU - Sligo (St. Angelas)
AS052 Health and Disability Studies, Level 8. 5 Distinctions in Modules
ATU - Athlone
AL663 Higher Certificate in Business in Sport & Recreation, Level 6
AL760 Spa & Wellness Management,, Level 7
TUS - Limerick
LC422 Sports Strength & Conditioning (Tipperary), Level 8
LC423 Sports Strength & Conditioning (Tipperary), Level 7
TUD - Blanchardstown
BN111 Sports Management & Coaching, Level 8 (Minimum 3 Distinctions required)
SETU - Carlow
CW198 Strength & Conditioning, Level 8 (Minimum 3 Distinctions required)
CW106 Physiology & Health Science, Level 6
CW178 Sports Science, Level 8
CW807 Sport and Exercise (GAA), Level 7 Portfolio required
CW817 Sport and Exercise (Rugby), Level 7 Portfolio required
CW827 Sport and Exercise (Soccer), Level 7 Portfolio required
CW858 Sports Management and Coaching (GAA Rugby Soccer), Level 8 Portfolio and 3 Distinctions required
The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website. Click here for details of CAO QQI Requirements Lookup
Career Opportunities:
Graduates from this course are fully qualified therapists and may pursue employment in the following areas:
Leisure Centres
Health Spas
Hotels
Salons
Sports Clubs
Care Settings for various client groups
Cruise Liners
Fees
There are no fees to study this course, however, students will have to purchase some additional items when undertaking this course such as;
Tunic (x2)
2 Text Books
1 Massage Belt
Details of cost & supplier will be provided during interview and induction.
The maintenance grant is means tested and the award of a grant amount is the responsibility of www.susi.ie
Course Content
Anatomy & Physiology 5N0749
On Site Massage 6N3478
Beauty Industry Ethics and Practice 5N3470
Customer Service 5N0972
Work Experience 5N1356
Body Massage & Figure Analysis 5N3465
Reflexology 5N5371
Nutrition 5N2006
Anatomy & Physiology - ITEC
Professional Conduct & Business Awareness - ITEC
Holistic Massage - ITEC
Optional Add-On Courses
Hopi Ear Candling
Indian Head Massage
Advanced Massage Techniques
Hot Stone Therapy
Erasmus+
Participants on this programme have the opportunity to apply for a three-week work experience placement in Tenerife
or Malaga. (Students must be over 18)
5M4468 - Community, Health Services
QQI Level 5 Award in Community Health Services (5M4468)
Please Note
SligoCFE reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
Phone 071-9145480
Email: sligocfe@msletb.ie
Web: www.sligocfe.ie
For more Information
Please phone 07191 45480 or email sligocfe@msletb.ie