Beauty Therapy (Year 2) - Advanced
This advanced beauty therapy course is ideal for students who wish to advance their current beauty qualifications and further their career within the beauty Industry.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 4 |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Certificate at UK Level 3 |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
| Diploma at UK Level 4 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Certificate at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council |
Duration
1 year - Advanced Beauty Therapy (Year 2)
Entry Requirements
A QQI Level 5 award in Beauty Therapy or equivalent is a prerequisite to access this Level 6 programme.
Standard minimum entry requirements on all courses
• Applicants must be 17+ years of age on entry to the course.
• Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award is essential.
• Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+.
• Competent written and spoken English required.
• Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
Careers / Further progression
This advanced beauty therapy course is ideal for students who wish to advance their current beauty qualifications and further their career within the beauty Industry.
Career Opportunities
Specialised Skin Clinics | Beauty Salons | Hotel Spas | Laser Clinics.
Further information
PLC Courses begin in September 2026.
Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+.
A mature applicant route is available for those who don’t meet the minimum educational requirements. To qualify, you must be aged 23 or over on January 1st of the year the course starts. We look forward to meeting at monthly Mature Student Coffee Meetings.
NEW LOW Course Fees for 2026
All courses now have a low course registration fee of €30. Make sure to confirm your place on a course by paying your registration fee
PLC MAINTENANCE GRANT (SUSI)
SUSI grants are available to eligible students attending full-time approved courses at OFI. Please visit www.susi.ie for eligibility criteria.
BACK TO EDUCATION ALLOWANCE (BTEA)
BTEA allows qualifying persons getting certain social welfare payments to get a back to education payment while participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
SOLAS FUND FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
FSD provides funding to support students with disabilities, learning difficulties, medical conditions and special needs attending further education courses. To access supports, students are required to declare their disability and provide documentation confirming their additional need. This fund is administered by SOLAS and is disbursed on the basis of applications made by OFI on behalf of qualifying students
Laptop Loan Scheme
All students can apply for the laptop loan scheme. This provides students with the use of a high specification device for the duration of the academic year for a very low refundable deposit. This scheme ensures students have access to a digital device and the opportunity for success.
Sports Scholarships
How to Apply
Students who wish to be considered for a Sports Scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic year must complete an online Application Form in October 2026. Application forms will be available on our of.ie website. For any further information please contact Martin Corey on the email below.
Email: mcorey.ofi@lmetb.ie
Interviews are held in March/ May/August with places offered on a first come basis
Apply online using the 'Application Weblink' above.
Online application process opens on 1st January. Ensure you apply as soon as possible.
Interview - Shortlisting process
Interviews are held in March/May/August with places offered on a first come basis. Places are offered based on interview performance and suitability for the course.
College Place - Secure your place
You will be notified of your offer by email and post. Confirm your place by paying your registration fee of €200.
Advanced Beauty Therapy (Year 2)
Course Description
The Advanced Beauty Therapy course at Ó Fiaich Institute of FET offers highly specialised treatments such as Skin Peeling, Skin Needling, Laser IPL and much more. This beauty course is ideal for students who wish to advance their current beauty qualifications and further their career within the Beauty Industry. We offer students an ideal opportunity to train to the highest standard for L4 ITEC Qualifications. Learners must hold complete Level 5 Beauty Therapy course or ITEC equivalent qualifications.
Certification
This L6 course leads to:
ITEC LEVEL 3 MICRODERMABRASION
ITEC LEVEL 4 SKIN PEELING
ITEC LEVEL 4 SKIN NEEDLING
ITEC LEVEL 4 LASER IPL
ITEC LEVEL 4 NAIL TECHNOLOGY
▪ Skin Needling
▪ Skin Peeling
▪ Microdermabrasion
▪ Laser IPL
▪ Nail Technology
▪ Work Experience
Additional Training:
▪ LED Light Therapy
▪ Lash & Brow Treatments
6M3479 - Beauty Therapy
Ó Fiaich Institute of FE
Dublin Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth, A91 WK75
Tel: 042 933 1398
Email: info@ofi.ie