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Holistic & Complementary Therapy

PLC Post Leaving Cert
6963

This course is for students wishing to specialise in the area of Holistic and Complementary Therapies.

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 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 at UK Level 3 International Therapy Examination Council
Diploma at UK Level 2 International Therapy Examination Council
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Course Provider:
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Donaghmede
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

1 year full-time.

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements
• Leaving Cert Standard or Equivalent.
• Mature students welcome.
• Interested students will benefit from completing our first year Beauty Therapy course first. Enquire with our team for further details.

Careers / Further progression

Educational Progression
Students who are under 23 and interested in progression routes should complete Beauty Therapy Year 1, so that they achieve full QQI Level 5 award, as well as their ITEC Award. Mature entry route is available to a variety of Level 8 degrees.

Employment
On completion of this course the majority of students progress to employment or self-employment in a variety of settings including spas, salons and hotels.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

Course Commencement Date: 01/09/2026.

Registration Fee: €50 (non refundable, secures your place). This is the total course charge for this college year. Registration fee is non refundable, and secures course place. Additional charges such as personal uniform and kit may apply - €200 approximately.

Students may apply for a grant through www.susi.ie Some students are eligible for places on VTOS courses or through the DSP through back to education allowance.

Applications are open. To apply please click on "Application Weblink" above.

This course is designed for students looking to specialise in the area of holistic and complementary therapies. It is open to those with experience in the beauty industry who may already be working and want the opportunity to upskill and expand their range of qualifications. By participating in this course, students can enhance their expertise and stay current with the latest trends and techniques in holistic and complementary therapies. This additional training allows them to broaden their service offerings and advance their careers in the beauty and wellness fields.

ITEC Modules:
(Selection of modules may be subject to minor changes)
Diploma in Holistic Massage, Level 3
Diploma in Indian Head Massage, Level 3
Diploma in Stone Therapy Massage, Level 3
Diploma in Reflexology, Level 3
Diploma in Aromatherapy
Anatomy and Physiology
Professional Practice

QQI Module
Nutrition Level 5

Further Course to enhance your employability will take place during the year such as: Thermal Auricular Candling and 5 Oil Aromatherapy Facial.

Dublin College Donaghmede Grange,
Head Office
Grange Abbey Road,
Donaghmede,
Dublin 13
Eircode: D13 NX25
tel: +353 1 8471422

General Enquiries
Grangeccadmin@ddletb.ie

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