| Course Name |
Beauty Specialist |
| Course Provider |
Olivia Keenan College of Beauty |
| Course Code |
27902 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
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| Apply To |
School |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time, Evening, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Monaghan Town |
| Entry Requirements |
Recommended prior learning
It is recommended that candidates should have achieved a level of education equivalent to five GCSEs at grades A*-C prior to commencing the ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists. However, exemptions may be made for adult returners with experience of the work place. |
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Relationship to National Occupational Standards
The ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists complies with the National Occupational Standards for Beauty Therapy at Level 2 (see mapping at the end of the units). ITEC has ensured that best practice in the workplace has been reflected in the syllabus. ITEC has linked the qualification to the relative job role as well as ensuring that the syllabus reflects the required level of knowledge and ability for the Therapist. |
| Course Content |
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Aims and objectives
The ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists comprises of ITEC units:
• Unit 9 Skincare and Eye Treatments
• Unit 10 Make-up
• Unit 11 Manicure and Pedicure
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Aims and objectives
The ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists comprises of ITEC units:
• Unit 9 Skincare and Eye Treatments
• Unit 10 Make-up
• Unit 11 Manicure and Pedicure
• Unit 12 Waxing
• Unit 22 Professional Conduct and Business Awareness
All units are mandatory and each has 3 elements– theory, practical and case studies except for Units 22 which is theory only.
The main aim of the ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists is to enable candidates to provide treatments for the purposes of relaxation, and improving the condition of the skin and nails.
It also aims:
• to provide skills at Level 2 in the National Qualification Framework for those interested in the Beauty Therapy industry
• to provide opportunities for staff in the Beauty Therapy industry to gain a Level 2 qualification
• to qualify candidates as Beauty Specialists at Level 2 in the Beauty Therapy industry
• to sustain the interest of candidates wanting to work in the Beauty Therapy industry
• to encourage knowledge and understanding for the Beauty Therapy industry at Level 2
• to provide opportunities for candidates to focus on the development of the major Key skills and the wider Key skills in a Beauty Therapy context such as communicating with clients, working with others and problem solving
• to provide opportunities for candidates to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in employment as a Beauty Specialist.
The candidate will study the theory of all treatments as well as the anatomy of the skin, hair and nails. Contraindications and recognition of skin diseases and disorders are also a vital part of their training as well as the underpinning knowledge and skills required to successfully perform the treatments: Skincare and eye treatments, Manicure/pedicure, Make-up, and Waxing.
Case studies are also required to be completed for this award. The case studies form the internal assessment and should be assessed throughout the training by the tutor using the ITEC Case Study Assessment sheet. The case studies are then verified by an ITEC Examiner at the end of the course during the visit for invigilating the practical examination. The case studies ensure that a variety of clients must be consulted and treated in all the above areas and the outcomes of the treatments must be documented in order to gain experience of working with a variety of clients and conditions whilst candidates are still under supervision. Detailed rationales for the choice of treatment and outcomes must be shown, as well as after care and product advice.
All units are mandatory and should be taught concurrently and examined concurrently. The examinations consist of the following:
• Unit 9 Skincare and Eye Treatments has a paper of 1 hours duration with a total 50 questions
• Unit 10 Make-up has a paper of 1 hours duration with a total of 50 questions
• Unit 11 Manicure and Pedicure has a paper of 1 hours duration with a total 50 questions
• Unit 12 Waxing has a paper of 1 hours duration with a total 50 questions
• Units 22 Professional Conduct and Business Awareness, have a combined paper of 1 hour duration of 25 questions each, with a total of 50 questions
• A practical exam conducted by an ITEC Practical Examiner for units 9,10,11,and 12
• Internal Assessment of ALL case studies by the College Lecturer and External Verification by the ITEC Practical Examiner.
As indicated above all aspects of the award are examined externally by ITEC Practical Examiners.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Opportunities for progression
Once candidates have achieved the ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists they may progress on to other ITEC or equivalent awards at level 3, for example:
• Body Treatments
• Facial Electrical Treatments
• Holi...
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Once candidates have achieved the ITEC Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists they may progress on to other ITEC or equivalent awards at level 3, for example:
• Body Treatments
• Facial Electrical Treatments
• Holistic massage
This award qualifies graduates to operate their own clinic or home visiting practice. Graduates can also gain employment in Beauty Salons, Health Club, Health Farms, Spas and Liners.
ITEC strongly recommend that candidate’s progress to the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Spa Treatments after successfully achieving the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Body Treatments as this is valuable for employment within the health farm/spa industry and in gym and fitness centres.
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance can be obtained via The Beauty Therapists Association (BThA) and other Industry Associations who recognise the ITEC Diploma.
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| Further Enquiries |
Please call for any enquiries: 047 83320 or 085 1554 877 |
| Course Web Page |
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