Nail Technology with Beauty Therapy
A passion for beauty; excellent communication skills; good time management; a positive attitude!
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.
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 2 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 3 |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma at UK Level 2 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Diploma at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
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
CAREER/PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
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
Commencing September 2024
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
The college welcomes applications from qualified international applicants. Non-EU learners whose visas do not confer access to publicly funded education may be required to pay a course fee of €3654 for their course if eligible. For further details, please contact the college. Applicants who are in the international protection system and have been granted permission to work are not eligible for the €3654 non-EU fees. Applicants will be required to provide proof of their immigration status (eg. GNIB card, permission to work letter issued by the Department of Justice) as part of the enrolment process.
MATURE STUDENTS
The number of mature students attending Further Education courses in Marino College is increasing each year and at present constitutes a significant proportion of our total numbers. Mature students are very welcome and Learner Supports will pay particular attention to their learning needs.
Course fees for PLCs are now €50
Student Grants
Eligible students can apply for a SUSI Grant to assist with course costs. Please contact SUSI.ie for further information.
Back to Education Allowance
Eligible students can avail of the Back to Education Allowance which enables students to retain their benefit payment while studying. Please contact your local INTREO office or welfare.ie for further information.
Apply online via link below.
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
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.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
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.
Awards:
QQI Level 5 Beauty Therapy 5M3471
ITEC Level 3 Nail Technology Diploma
ITEC Level 2 Beauty Specialists Diploma
Enquiries: sharron.carr@kmcfe.cdetb.ie
North Strand Campus
171 North Strand Road, Dublin 1, D01 Y160
T: 01 855 7116
F: 01 855 4064