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Beauty Therapy & Eyelash Extensions

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5N1356 EEBT

This one year full time course leads to internationally recognised qualifications that will equip the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to the highest Industry standards. It is a one-year full time course consisting of both practical & theoretical training. A compulsory Work Experience module in a busy Salon is a requirement. This course provides you with skills in Skin care, Eye treatments, Eyelash extensions, Nail treatments and Electrical treatments. These qualifications will offer you the opportunity to embark on a successful career in Beauty therapy.

Award Name Diploma - UK
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body Confed of Intnl Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
NFQ Level
Award Name Certificate - UK
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body International Therapy Examination Council
NFQ Level
Award Name Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Diploma - UK Confed of Intnl Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
Certificate - UK International Therapy Examination Council
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

38 Weeks

Entry Requirements

• Education: Leaving Cert Biology or Home Economics is an advantage
• Aptitude: An interest in working in the Beauty industry
• Previous Experience: Desirable but not essential

Careers / Further progression

Employment Opportunities

As an alternative to entering the world of work; further studies in Beauty & Complimentary Therapies.

Advancement in the industry to include – Leisure Centres, Cruise Liners, Spa Industry or Hotel Industry, Teaching/Training, Theatre and Film Industry and Make-up Artist.

Beauty therapy is thriving profession with an ever-increasing demand for trained therapists. Lucrative employment opportunities arise for therapists in the following areas:

Beauty Salons, Nail Salons, Waxing Salons, Mobile Therapist, Cruise Liners, Sales Representative, Hotel Industry and Facial Clinics.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

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Further information

Start Date: 07/09/2026 End Date: 28/05/2027

On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a CIBTAC certified Diploma in Beauty Therapy and other ITEC certified modules.

Course Specific Criteria:

Biology or Home Economics desirable at Leaving Certificate or Equivalent.

Learning Outcomes
• Provide Learners with a challenging qualification that will enable them to gain the necessary knowledge and skills for work as a beauty therapist 
• Provide Learners with the tools and terminology required to work within the beauty industry 
• Encourage wider learning of new treatments on the market and the CPD opportunities available on completion of the course
• Provide Learners with the opportunity to recognise the changing industry and be able to explore further avenues that will enhance skills in the future

CIBTAC - Provide Facial Electrotherapy Treatments Provide Facial Electrotherapy Treatments (P102) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety in the Salon Monitor & Maintain Health & Safety in the Salon (T101) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Follow Health and Safety Practice in the Salon Follow Health & Safety Practice in the Salon (T108) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Apply Make-Up Apply Make-up (P116) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Client Care & Communication in Beauty Related Industries Client Care & Communication in Beauty Related Ind. (T109) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Salon Reception Duties Salon Reception Duties (T110) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Provide Facial Skincare Provide Facial Skincare (P110) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Provide Waxing Services Provide Waxing Services (P114) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Provide Manicure and Pedicure Services Provide Manicure & Pedicure Services (P115) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Provide Eyelash and Eyebrow Services Provide Eyelash & Eyebrow Services (P113) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Provide Gel Polish Services Provide Gel Polish Services (P118) CIBTAC
CIBTAC - Provide Body Massage Provide Body Massage (P104) CIBTAC
Work Experience Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
ITEC - Anatomy and Physiology Anatomy & Physiology iUBT435 (J/617/7257) ITEC
ITEC - Working in Beauty Related Industries Working in Beauty Related Industries (M/617/4353) ITEC
ITEC - Apply Individual Permanent Lashes Apply Individual Permanent Lashes (D/617/4297) ITEC
Development of Key Skills
Introduction To Key Skills

5N1356 - Work Experience.

Awards:
ITEC Certificate in Eyelash Extensions
CIBTAC Diploma in Beauty Therapy Services
QQI Level 5 Component Certificate in Work Experience 5N1356
Award in Facial Electrotherapy Treatments

These programmes consist of intensive practical and theoretical training in various aspects of the profession. Learners are trained in state of the art salons. Communications is a mandatory part of all Level 5 and Level 6 programmes and learners are required to participate. It is a necessary skill which is transferable to both personal and work life where benefits can be gained in dealing with everyday experiences.

Phone: 061578100 1800707077
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider