| Course Name |
Holistic Health |
| Course Provider |
Carlow Institute of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Kilkenny & Carlow ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
21159 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
Minor |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
| Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) |
Minor |
QQI |
Level 6 NFQ |
| Diploma - UK
Comparing Qualifications in the UK and Ireland
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International Therapy Examination Council |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Carlow Town |
| Course Content |
This is a one-year course / programme for students of all ages who are interested in pursuing a career in the ever growing area of natural / holistic health care. Whether you are looking for a new career, a career change or just to develop a deeper understanding of your own well being, this course will provide you with the core knowledge you will need. |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Expand+Interviews
Interviews for this course will take place in May and late August / early September 2017 Closing date for receipt of applications for first round interviews is April 21st 2017.
Certification
ITEC Diploma in: Holistic Massage Reflexolo...
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Interviews for this course will take place in May and late August / early September 2017 Closing date for receipt of applications for first round interviews is April 21st 2017.
Certification
ITEC Diploma in: Holistic Massage Reflexology Aromatherapy
QQI Level 6 Component Certificate in: Indian Head Massage,
QQI Level 5 Component Certificate in: Nutrition
Due to ongoing developments in QQI, award names and content are
subject to change.
Garda Vetting (police / criminal records clearance) is a requirement on courses where students have access to children or vulnerable adults. Students must be vetted for clearance by the Gardaí prior to attending work experience. It is your responsibility to obtain Garda Vetting Clearance / criminal records clearance.
Students who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland / Northern Ireland, and for whom Garda vetting / clearance is unavailable, are required to provide verifiable evidence of criminal records clearance from the relevant police authorities.
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| Course Fee |
Expand+Additional Fees
ITEC Fees: €350
Books, Kits, Uniforms: €350
All cost approximate
Your tuition is free, though you pay for registration and examination/ awarding body fees.
In addition, every student is liable for the Government Levy (Fee) o...
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ITEC Fees: €350
Books, Kits, Uniforms: €350
All cost approximate
Your tuition is free, though you pay for registration and examination/ awarding body fees.
In addition, every student is liable for the Government Levy (Fee) on PLC courses* for each year of tuition.
The typical course fee for an Irish Citizen/other EU national is:
• Registration & Examination/Awarding Body Fee €150
• Govern. PLC Levy (fee)* €200*
TOTAL €350*
Depending on your course, you might also have to pay:
Other awarding body examination fee € varies by course
Materials, clothing or equipment fee € varies by course
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| Financial Support |
SUSI PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme
These means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education, in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres.
Applications are made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie |
| Interview |
Interviews for courses are generally held in late August / early September. Interviews for some courses will also take place in May. |
| Application Date |
Closing Date
The closing date for general applications is August 18th 2017.
The closing date for first round applications to courses with early interviews is April 21st 2017. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Course/Programme Content
Anatomy & Physiology
Nutrition
Reflexology
Aromatherapy
Indian Head Massage
Holistic Massage (incl. professional conduct)
Optional Training:
Hot Stone Massage
Make Your Own Skincare Products
Holistic Facial Using Your Own Products |
| Entry Requirements |
Leaving Certificate or equivalent.
Mature students who do not have the above qualification are also eligible to apply. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Prospects
Students who qualify in this area can pursue a career in:
Holistic Health Centres
Own Business
Health Food Companies
Nursing Home / Day Care Centre (visiting practitioner)
Further Study
Students who achieve distinctions i...
Hide-Career Prospects
Students who qualify in this area can pursue a career in:
Holistic Health Centres
Own Business
Health Food Companies
Nursing Home / Day Care Centre (visiting practitioner)
Further Study
Students who achieve distinctions in all areas of study may be eligible to progress to first year of BA in Spa and Wellness Management Athlone Institute of Technology.
Higher Education
Students who achieve distinctions in all areas of study may be eligible to progress to first year of BA in Spa and Wellness Management Athlone Institute of Technology.
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| Further Enquiries |
Carlow Institute of Further Education,
Kilkenny Road, Carlow
Tel: 059 9131187 Fax: 059 9143521
Email: cife.info@kilkennycarlowetb.ie
www.carlowife.ie |