| Course Name |
Beauty & Complementary Therapies |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB |
| Course Code |
BTXX 5N1356 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Course Content |
Course Overview
This 2 year full time programme leads to internationally recognised qualifications in Beauty and Complementary therapies. The programme consists of intensive practical and theoretical training in the various aspects of the profession. Learners are trained in a state-of-the-art beauty therapy salon. A compulsory work experience module in a busy salon reinforces theory and practical work. |
| FET Code |
6M3479 Beauty Therapy |
| Duration |
2 years |
| Comment |
Award:
CIDESCO, CIBTAC and ITEC Certificates /Diplomas in Beauty Therapy
QQI Level 6 Beauty Therapy 6M3479
QQI Level 5 Component Certificate Work Experience 5N1356 |
| Course Fee |
There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration fees, examination fees, and for some courses, materials fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview. |
| Financial Support |
Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.Learnerfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary. |
| Interview |
Interviews will be held in May and places will be offered at that stage. Interviews will also be held in late August to fill anyremaining places. Therefore, early application is advisable. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Application Fee |
Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment. |
| Subjects Taught |
Typical Modules:
Participants will study for Certificates/Diplomas in the following areas:
Beauty Therapy Services
Facial electrical treatment
Body Therapy Treatment
Indian Head Massage
Business Studies
Work Experience
IT
Aromatherapy
Reflexology
Thermal Auricular Therapy
Stone Therapy Massage
Epilation
CIDESCO Face & Body Therapy |
| Mature Entry Places |
Yes |
| Entry Requirements |
• Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.
• Biology or Home Economics to leaving cert standard is desirable.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic
requirements.
• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Employment / Progression Opportunities
• Beauty and Complementary Therapy is a thriving profession with an ever-increasing demand for trained therapists.
• Lucrative employment opportunities arise for therapists in the following areas: Beauty Salons, Cruise Liners, Spas, Nail Bars, Theatre & Film, Health Clinics, Teaching
• There is also the option of self employment in a salon or as a Mobile Therapist |
| Further Enquiries |
Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie |