Beauty & Body Therapy
At Dublin College Blackrock, we deliver internationally recognised qualifications in beauty and body therapy that will ensure you are educated to the highest industry standards so that you can take on this new and exciting career.
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 3 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council |
Duration
1 - 2 years, Full-time September to May. 5 days per week. 28 Contact Hours.
Entry Requirements
• You must have achieved 5 passes or 5 O6/ H7s or a combination of 5 O6/H7s or have achieved the LCA with a Merit profile, or have achieved a full relevant QQI Level 4 Award.
• Mature applicants (aged 21 and over) and other applicants without the formal entry requirements will be assessed individually for suitability.
Advanced Beauty Therapies:
Prior Qualifications
• Applicants should have successfully completed Beauty and Body Therapy Course or hold relevant Facial, Electrical and Body qualifications from CIBTAC, ITEC or equivalent. You may be eligible for exemptions from some subjects if you already have a recognised qualification.
Advanced Beauty Therapies
Prior Qualifications
• Applicants should have successfully completed Beauty and Body Therapy Course or hold relevant Facial, Electrical and Body qualifications from CIBTAC, ITEC or equivalent. You may be eligible for exemptions from some subjects if you already have a recognised qualification.
Other Requirements
• Applicants may be required to undergo a suitability interview. Applicants must have reached the required standard in the ITEC examinations (year 1) and satisfy the Institute’s criteria on suitability. Short listing will apply, based on general ability, specific aptitude and demonstrable interests.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
You will have a range of professional qualifications with up-to-date additional trainings and links within the industry which will ensure that you are widely sought after within this profession. You can pursue careers in a range of areas including:
• Beauty Salons
• Laser/IPL Therapy Clinics
• Health and Wellbeing/Leisure Centres
• Cruise Liners
• Mobile Therapist
• Salon Owner
• Complementary Therapist
• Technical Sales Representative
• Franchising
• Spa Industry
• The Hotel Industry
• Teaching/Training
Progression
Graduates who complete this course may apply to the following course in Dublin College Blackrock:
• Holistic Therapies Year 1
• Holistic Therapies Year 2
• Nail Technology with Eyelash and Eyebrow Treatments
On successful completion of the first year course, students are encouraged to progress further by studying for the Advanced Beauty Therapy Diploma in year two.
As an alternative to entering the world of work when you finish the course, you could consider taking further courses at Dublin College Blackrock to enhance your chances of advancement in the industry such as:
• Salon Management
• Nail Technology
• Holistic Therapies
• Make-Up Artistry.
Further information
Start Date: 14/09/2026.
Student Financial Support
The range of schemes and measures available to assist students in Further Education Colleges include the:
Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)
Back To Education Allowance (BTEA)
Maintenance Grant Scheme
Fund For Students With Disabilities
Other Funding
PLC Bursary for Displaced Persons (Ukraine) Scheme 2023
www.studentfinance.ie provides comprehensive and user-friendly information on the range of financial support schemes and programmes available to full-time further and higher education students.
You can apply online. Click on the “Application Weblink” above. You will need to have your PPS number and an email address to complete the application.
Application Process:
There is high demand for places and early application is advised. Apply on-line for free. Places will be offered, on a first come basis, subject to the applicant meeting the entry requirements and subject to a place being available.
At Dublin College Blackrock we offer a one year, ITEC, CIDESCO accredited Beauty and Body Therapy Specialist course.
Do you see yourself working in a thriving and dynamic profession? Are you interested in the latest beauty products, equipment, new practices and procedures? Perhaps you enjoy travelling and seeing the world? Would you like to work within the luxury hotel and spa industry? Could this be the course for you?
At Dublin College Blackrock, we deliver internationally recognised qualifications in beauty and body therapy that will ensure you are educated to the highest industry standards so that you can take on this new and exciting career. As well as providing you with the skills to set up a solid career in the Beauty Therapy Profession, ITEC and CIDESCO qualifications could be your passport to travel and an exciting future.
How Far Do You Want To Go?? - Exciting New Development for Dublin College Blackrock Beauty Therapy Students!
We're delighted to have secured Erasmus + funding which will enable second year beauty therapy students to participate in an international work experience programme while studying. Under this initiative, students will receive full funding for flights, accommodation and for day to day living expenses. Participation in Erasmus + programmes provides a valuable opportunity for students to experience new cultures, acquire language skills and gain self-confidence while practicing their beauty therapy skills abroad. Each year, students successfully and enthusiastically completed a 3 week work experience placement in 4 and 5 star salons and spas in the Playa de las Americas region of Tenerife in Spain.
What will I study?
• Anatomy and physiology of the head, face, neck and body
• Skin, skin types, skin care, skin diseases and disorders
• Nails, manicure and pedicure, nail diseases and disorders
• Cosmetic science, hygiene, first aid, make-up, eyelash and eyebrow treatments
• Facial massage, depilation, bleaching, face masks, electrical treatments, heat and light treatments
• Body massage, cellulite, exercise and figure correction, figure configuration
• Electricity elements, face and body electrical treatments
• Electrical epilation – permanent hair removal
Year 1
You will study for ITEC qualifications in the following:
Beauty Specialist:
• Skin and Eye Treatments
• Make-Up
• Manicure
• Waxing
Facial Electrics
Body Treatments with Body Electrics
Electrolysis
Year 2
You will study for CIDESCO Facial and Body Therapy including SPA Treatments and ITEC qualifications in the following:
• IPL/Laser
• Microdermabrasion
• Eyebrow Treatments and Eyelash Enhancements (tinting, shaping, semipermanent lashes, perming, cluster lashes and brow lamination).
• Additional training in micro-needling and chemical peels
• Assessment is based on a combination of Evidence of Treatments (Case Studies) and exams which mainly take place in April and May. To achieve the CIDESCO certification, you will also be required to undertake a project based on advanced therapies.
• Please be advised that students doing ITEC certified courses are required to maintain a satisfactory level of attendance and complete Consultation, Disclaimer forms and other documentation as necessary - please see www.itecworld.co.uk for further information on requirements.
Dublin College Blackrock,
Main Street,
Blackrock,
Co Dublin,
A94 X383
t: +353 1 2889717
e: office@bfei.ie