Nail Technology with Beauty Therapy
This Nail technology course is a complete beauty therapy course designed for those who want to become advanced nail technicians with qualifications and developed intermediate skills set so they can work in nail salons, nail bars, freelance, franchising, training or further their education.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 3 |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 2 |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| Diploma at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Diploma at UK Level 2 | International Therapy Examination Council |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
A student over 16 years seeking entry to this programme does not need a previous formal qualification. Should the student have previous qualifications, one of the following may be advantageous for admission to the programme:
- Leaving Certificate/LCA
- QQI Level 4 Award
- Interview
- Mature students welcome
- If English is not your first language you may be asked to complete an English assessment
- Students who may not have formal academic requirements but who have the ability to successfully participate on the course will be considered. (RPL Recognition of Prior Learning)
Careers / Further progression
Careers/Progression
This Nail technology course is a complete beauty therapy course designed for those who want to become advanced nail technicians with qualifications and developed intermediate skills set so they can work in nail salons, nail bars, freelance, franchising, training or further their education to a QQI level 6 Advanced Beauty Therapy course in Cathal Brugha FET.
Further information
Start Date: September 2026.
Registration Fee: €100 / Course Materials: €50 / €200 for non QQI additional certification.
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
View https://www.cathalbrughafet.ie/general-information for other grants and supports.
Apply online. Please see "Application Weblink" above.
How Will I Learn?
You will have a mixture of classroom-based subjects, Mandatory work placement and independent study. You will be expected to complete assignments throughout the year. The Nail technology with Beauty Therapy course will be delivered through blended learning, as this will enhance the learner’s involvement, participation and understanding of the modules as it will provide the learners with a richer learning environment with the addition of flexibility to observe industry standard practice while on work experience. Course work will consist of a combination of onsite & online learning.
Certification:
QQI Level 5 Beauty Therapy 5M3471
ITEC Level 3 Nail Technology Diploma
ITEC Level 2 Beauty Specialists Diploma
• Nail Technology
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Body Massage and Figure Analysis
• Skin Care, Eye Treatments and Make up
• Manicure, Pedicure and Waxing
• Customer Service
• Work Experience
• Beauty Industry Ethics and Practice
• ITEC Level 3 Nail Technology Diploma
• ITEC Level 2 Beauty Specialists Diploma
• In house Workshops in Gel polish, Nail Art and advanced nail treatments
Please note the components listed above may vary occasionally.
A full Award is granted on passing the relevant eight components. You will be assessed throughout and at the end of the year (Continuous Assessment and examinations). On successful completion of each component, you will be awarded a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction grade.
5M3471 - Beauty Therapy
North Strand Campus
171 North Strand Road, Dublin 1, D01 Y160
T: 01 855 7116
F: 01 855 4064
Enquiries: sharon.kennedy@marino.cdetb.ie