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Beauty Therapy with Specialised Lash & Tanning Treatments

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M3471

A passion for beauty; excellent communication skills; good time management; a positive attitude!

Award Name Diploma at UK Level 2
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body International Therapy Examination Council
NFQ Level
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
Diploma at UK Level 2 International Therapy Examination Council
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Fairview, Dublin 1, North Strand
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

1 year full-time.

Entry Requirements

All applicants will be interviewed. Mature Students welcomed. Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied recommended.

Careers / Further progression

CAREER / PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
This Beauty Therapy with Specialised Lash and Tanning Treatments course is the perfect launch pad for students wishing to embark on a career as a beauty therapist or skin care specialist with in-depth knowledge and skills in lashes and tanning treatments.

Students will learn the necessary practical and theoretical skills to provide a range of Beauty Specialist treatments including specialised lash and tanning treatments to clients. On successful completion of the course students will gain an internationally recognised ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists and an award in QQI Level 5 Beauty Therapy.

This course offers participants the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to work as beauty, lash and tanning therapists in a variety of settings. Throughout the year, the student will explore the latest trends and techniques of the makeup, lash and beauty industries. In Cathal Brugha FET, we train to the highest industry standards of ITEC and QQI.

The ITEC qualification is recognised in over 30 countries around the world, perfect for those who want to have a career at home or individuals preferring to travel abroad and expand their horizons.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

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Further information

Commencing September 2024

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
The college welcomes applications from qualified international applicants. Non-EU learners whose visas do not confer access to publicly funded education may be required to pay a course fee of €3654 for their course if eligible. For further details, please contact the college. Applicants who are in the international protection system and have been granted permission to work are not eligible for the €3654 non-EU fees. Applicants will be required to provide proof of their immigration status (eg. GNIB card, permission to work letter issued by the Department of Justice) as part of the enrolment process.

MATURE STUDENTS
The number of mature students attending Further Education courses in Marino College is increasing each year and at present constitutes a significant proportion of our total numbers. Mature students are very welcome and Learner Supports will pay particular attention to their learning needs.

Course fees for PLCs are now €50

Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.

Back to Education Allowance
Eligible students can avail of the Back to Education Allowance which enables students to retain their benefit payment while studying. Please contact your local INTREO office or welfare.ie for further information.

Apply online via link above

Modules List
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Body Massage and Figure Analysis
• Skin Care, Eye Treatments and Make up
• Manicure, Pedicure and Waxing
• Customer Service
• Work Experience – Deliver as Blended Learning*
• Beauty Industry Ethics and Practice – Deliver as Blended Learning*
• Depilation, Tanning and Lightening

WORKSHOPS **our lash & brow workshops are accredited by ABT / AIT and are fully insurable
Eye Lash Lift **
Brow Lamination **
Dermalogica

HOW WILL I LEARN?
You will have a mixture of classroom-based subjects, mandatory work placement and independent study. You will be expected to complete assignments throughout the year. Course work will consist of a combination of onsite & online learning.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
A full Award is granted on passing the relevant eight components. You will be assessed throughout and at the end of the year (Continuous Assessment and examinations). On successful completion of each component, you will be awarded a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction grade.

*Delivered through blended learning, as this will enhance the learner’s involvement, participation and understanding of the modules to provide the learners with a richer learning environment with the addition of flexibility to observe industry standard practice while on work experience

5M3471 - Beauty Therapy.

Awards:
QQI Level 5 Award Beauty Therapy 5M3471
ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists.

Enquiries: sharron.carr@kmcfe.cdetb.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Fairview, Dublin 1, North Strand
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider