Beauty Therapy
This one year course would both prepare students for the ever expanding world of beauty therapy and spa treatments. This is the ideal starting point for a successful and fulfilling career in beauty therapy. Students develop the required skills to work in a professional beauty salon and also perfect the customer communication essential to its success. Beauty Therapy is a thriving profession. There are continuing developments in beauty products, beauty therapy equipment, practices and procedures.
| Award Name | Certificate - UK |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate - UK | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Cert or LCA
• Mature Students of all backgrounds
• Other equivalent qualification
• Apply directly at www.dunboynecollege.ie
All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications
Careers / Further progression
Employment Progression
Last year this course had 100% employability within the Beauty and spa industry.
Career Opportunities
Graduates who qualify in this area can pursue a career in beauty salons, make-up and skin care consultancies, or work in leisure centres, on cruise liners or in health farms and spas. Graduates can also pursue careers as a therapist company representative or a massage therapist. Graduates may further their study at Level 6 in the beauty industry or any Level 7 or Level 8 courses at TUD Blanchardstown, Technological University of the Shannon Limerick, Dun Laoghaire, IADT and other Technological Universities around the country.
Examples of Higher Education Progression:
Dunboyne: 6M3479 Beauty Therapy (Level 6, 1 Year)
TUS Limerick: US946 Business Studies with Beauty and Spa Services (Level 7, 3 Years)
MTU Tralee: MT912 Health and Leisure with Massage (Level 8, 4 Years)
SETU Carlow: SE901 Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy (Level 8, 4 Years)
Further information
MATURE STUDENTS SUPPORT
The college welcomes adults over 23 who wish to return to education and who wish to retrain in new skills and technologies. Our mature learners enjoy the following supports in addition to the overall supports provided to all students:
• Mature student meet and greet before the college year begins.
• A dedicated mature student room where mature students can meet and work with fellow mature students.
• Tea and coffee making facilities are available in the Mature Student room daily.
• A mature student officer available for guidance and support.
• Academic support tailored to ensuring the smooth transition to DCFE.
• Coffee Mornings in the mature student room.
• Guest speakers from past mature learners.
• Career guidance talks tailored to mature links.
• A dedicated induction process for mature entry.
• Workshops in exam study, time management, presentation skills, IT skills, referring and research techniques, etc.
• Basic computer skills workshops.
• Organised social events for mature learners.
• We look forward to welcoming our future mature learners to Dunboyne College.
For all courses in 2024/25, course fees are now a non-refundable €30 administration fee. The course fee must be paid to secure your place, you can pay this fee through our website. More information can be found here.
You can access your application details via the Dunboyne College website (click Login/Pay Fees in the menu at the top of the page) using your ID number and password.
No cash will be accepted at the office. Payments can be made online or by cheque (payable to Dunboyne College of Further Education), by bank draft or by postal order only.
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students for level 5 and level 6 courses in Dunboyne College of Further Education. For more information visit www.susi.ie
Application Procedure
1. Applications can be made online at www.dunboynecollege.ie. from November 2023 to September 2024.
2. After registering online, students will receive a text and email to notify them they have pre-registered and can log in to view and track their application.
Applications now open
Apply online www.dunboynecollege.ie
Once we receive your application we will email you requesting:
Photograph Reference Interviews
Recent academic results Personal Statement
Interview
All applicants will be interviewed. Some additional requirements may apply depending on your course choice.
When you receive an offer please confirm it by the deadline.
3. Applicants will be notifi ed by text and email of a request to upload further information for their application:
(i). Copy of most recent school report or examination results
(ii). Reference from teacher, employer or coach.
(iii). 100-word personal statement on
“Why this course is right for me,” which should outline reasons for choosing the course.
(iv) Photograph
4. Interviews will take place for all courses.
5. Successful applicants will then be able to complete the registration process.
6. Late applicants can apply online for vacant places at any time until the end of September 2024.
7. A grant can be applied for from www.susi.ie.
8. A separate process for applicants to the Early Learning and Care courses (formerly Childcare courses) applies. Other courses may have additional entry requirements including auditions etc, please refer to the entry requirements for the courses of your choice.
9. Applicants for the Apprenticeships in Hairdressing and Accounting Technician should note that there is a difference system for applying. Please refer to the information listed for these apprenticeships.
10. Applications will be processed in line with DCFE Admission Policy.
Optional year 2 QQI Level 6 now available
Levels of education and training are being upgraded in parallel with changing professional therapists' requirements. This course caters for school leavers and mature learners. It is an intense one year programme which requires a high level of commitment and enthusiasm.
COURSE CONTENT
The following modules will be offered subject to availability / demand and may be subject to change:
•Body Massage and Figure Analysis
• Safety and Health at Work
• Skin Care, Eye Treatments and Makeup
• Word Processing
• Manicure, Pedicure and Waxing
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Work Experience
• Beauty Industry, Ethics and Practice
• Customer Service
• Start Your Own Business
• Retail Selling
• ITEC Certification * Offered in addition to QQI Level 5
Assessment
Most courses will be assessed through continuous assessment. This means that modules are assessed with a combination of exams and assignments. Assignments can take various forms, including written projects, reports, essays, skills demonstrations, oral presentations or electronic work. Results for exams and assignments are combined to give the overall result for the module.
5M3471 - Beauty Therapy
CERTIFICATION:
Level 5 Beauty Therapy 5M3471
ITEC Diploma in Beauty Specialist
Gel Polish training AIT accredited by the Association of International Therapists (AIT)
To successful complete ITEC qualifications students must meet ITEC attendance requirements
Additional Qualifications available:
ITEC Diploma in Beauty Specialist
Industry courses in Nail Technology, Gel Polish, Brow and Lashes
Dunboyne Business Park, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 FH01
Phone: (01) 8026577
Email: DunboyneCollege@LMETB.ie
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