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Nail Technology with Eyelash & Eyebrow Treatments

PLC Post Leaving Cert
NET

Is this course for you?
Have you a passion for nails?
Are you interested in the latest trends and technologies in the nail industry?
Can you see yourself working as a Nail Technologist in a thriving and dynamic profession?
Are you interested in learning the latest trends and technologies in eyebrow and eyelash enhancements?
Perhaps you enjoy travelling and seeing the world?
The options open to qualified technologists with cutting edge skills are endless.

Award Name Diploma - UK
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body International Therapy Examination Council
NFQ Level
Award Name Certificate - UK
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body International Therapy Examination Council
NFQ Level
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Diploma - UK International Therapy Examination Council
Certificate - UK International Therapy Examination Council
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Dun Laoghaire, Blackrock
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
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Course provider

Duration

1 year full-time. 5 days per week.

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.

Careers / Further progression

Progressin To Further Studies
As an alternative to entering the world of work when you finish the course, you could consider taking further courses at BFEI to enhance your chances of advancement in the industry such as: Beauty & Body Therapy, Make-Up Artistry, Holistic Therapies or Salon Management.

Job 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:
• Freelance Nail Technician
• Nail Bars
• Lash Bars
• Beauty Therapy Salons
• Cruise Ships
• Spa Industry
• Care Homes
• Franchising
• Training

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Course Web Page

Further information

Classes will commence in mid-September 2024.
Course Registration takes place in late August.
You will be invited to the College to attend an induction session prior to class commencement.

Non-EU Citizens
If you are a non-EU National, then you should be in compliance with Irish Visa requirements in advance of applying to BFEI.

Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. It is advisable to apply early as many courses fill up quickly. Other costs (books, kits, optional training etc) vary depending on the course you choose. Specific details regarding costs will be confirmed prior to course commencement

At BFEI, we make every effort to keep charges to a minimum. Information on financial support and eligibility for funding is available from www.studentfinance.ie.

Funding
PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme
The Department of Education and Skills (DES) provides a means-tested maintenance grant scheme for those attending full-time further education courses. Applications are made on-line to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) at www.susi.ie.

BTEA (Back to Education Allowance)
If you are in receipt of certain social welfare payments, ten under the BTEA you may be able to keep your payments while doing a full-time course at BFEI.

See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details or ask at the local Department of Social Protection Office.

VTOS (Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme)
If you are unemployed and over 21, then under VTOS, you will be able to do a full-time course at BFEI and retain your social welfare entitlements. VTOS applies to all courses on offer in the Institute, however, early application is advisable as there are a limited number of places which are allocated on a first-come basis. See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details on eligibility or ask at the local Department of Social Protection Office. VTOS Application Forms are available from the Institute - see www.bfei.ie

Other Funding Sources
Local Partnerships including Southside, Bray, Northside, and Wicklow Working Together may be able to help you out with some funding if you are experiencing financial difficulties. Ask at your Local Partnership Office.

For September 2024 Intake BFEI is open for applications from Wednesday January 10th 2024. All applications must be made via our website (www.bfei.ie). - View Application Weblink above.

Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. (non-refundable)

This course offers you internationally recognised qualifications 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 in Nail Technology, Nail Art and Eyelash Extensions to embark on a successful career, these ITEC qualifications could be your passport to travel and an exciting future.

You will study for the following ITEC qualifications:
• Diploma in Nail Technology (gel, acrylic, and fibreglass nail extension systems)
• Diploma in Nail Art
• Certificate in Eyebrow Treatments & Eyelash Enhancements (tinting, shaping, semi-permanent lashes, perming, cluster lashes and brow lamination)
• Certificate in Waxing

Will I do anything additional on the course?
• You will get the opportunity to work with clients in live ‘pop-up’ salons.
• You will stay up-to-date with all the latest trends in the industry through workshops such as Crystal Toes, E-filing, Trudip, Mixed Media, One Stroke Nail Art, Tanning Training, Threading and BIAB.
• Career advice and help with CV preparation is provided by the Guidance and Career Service.

• Assessment is based on a combination of Evidence of Treatments (Case Studies) and exams which mainly take place in April and May.

• 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.

What qualification will I get when I finish the course?
Awards: ITEC Diplomas and Certificates - see Subjects Taught field below.

Blackrock Further Education Institute BFEI
Main Street
Blackrock
Co Dublin
Tel: 01 288 9717
email: office@bfei.ie
Web: www.bfei.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Dun Laoghaire, Blackrock
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider