Beauty Therapy & Makeup Artistry - Year 2
This is a full time course including practical and theoretical training in aspects of Beauty & Body Therapy.
Award Name | Diploma - UK |
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NFQ Classification | |
Awarding Body | Comite Internationale Et De Cosmetologie |
NFQ Level | |
Award Name | Certificate at UK Level 3 |
NFQ Classification | |
Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
NFQ Level | |
Award Name | Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) |
NFQ Classification | Minor |
Awarding Body | QQI |
NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
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Diploma - UK | Comite Internationale Et De Cosmetologie | ||
Certificate at UK Level 3 | International Therapy Examination Council | ||
Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
-ITEC Beauty Specialist & ITEC Facial Electrics or equivalent together with successful interview.
-Mature students welcome with the above pre-requisite and a successful interview.
-Students can transfer from other colleges provided they have the above pre-requisite and a successful interview.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Progression onto the Holistic Therapy course is dependent on a successful interview. Holistic Therapy enables the student to build on their knowledge and qualifications and includes ITEC Reflexology, ITEC Award in Massage and Pre-blended Aromatherapy oils. QQI Level 5 in Nutrition and QQI Level 6 in Indian Head Massage.
Career Prospects
Make-Up Artist
Laser Clinic Therapist
Skincare Consultant
Teaching
Self-Employment
Spa/Leisure Centre
Company Representative
Cruise Liner
Qualifications to travel Internationally
Further information
Start Date: 28/08/2024. End Date: 30/05/2025.
Applicants who present with school leaving examinations other than the Leaving Certificate will be assessed on the basis of accepted equivalence tables.
Mature / Adult Students with no formal qualifications are welcome to apply. Mature students are defined as those aged 23 or over at the beginning of the academic year.
Students for whom English is a second language will be required to take and pass an English Language test set by the College.
Students requiring Assistive Technology and/or Personal Support Services as a result of a disability are strongly advised to inform the interview panel of their needs in this area in order to allow for provision of same.
A student services contribution of €200 is payable on registration. The purpose of which is to cover services, materials, and supports including printing, photocopying, library, student cards etc. This is non refundable.
Student Grants
If you think you are eligible for a student grant, you should apply through the website: www.susi.ie
If you have any queries contact 0761 08 78 74 or email: support@susi.ie
BACK TO EDUCATION ALLOWANCE
If you are unemployed, parenting alone or have a disability and getting certain payments from the Department of Social Protection or signing for credits, you may be eligible for the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA). Information is available from the Department of Social Protection.
Application Procedures
Waterford College of Further Education does not charge for applications.
A registration / student services contribution of €200 is payable on registration. The purpose of which is to cover services, materials, and supports including printing, photocopying, library, and student cards.
A QQI exam contribution of €50 for Level 5 courses and €80 for level 6 courses is also payable on registration. Students who have a current medical card are exempt from this payment.
Additional costs may be incurred on a course-by-course basis e.g., hairdressing /beauty /dog grooming kits / sports etc. Details are provided on each course page.
The closing date for receipt of applications for the first round of interviews for all courses will be advertised on this site each year – normally mid January.
Please check our website for the closing date for the receipt of applications for the first, second and third round of interviews. Applicants who apply will be called for interview in due course.
Offer of places will be subject to completion of interview and the achievement of the minimum entry requirements.
Applicants will be notified of their interview results in May.
Late applications received are subject to the availability of places, in the summer and early September.
Closing date for receipt of late applications for interviews is Tuesday 31st August.
As places on all courses are limited, application before this date is strongly advised.
Courses commence in early September, but only where sufficient numbers are enrolled.
Only one application form should be submitted. Where more than one application is made, only the most recent will be processed.
Apply online Via CAO website linking to FETCHCOURSES.ie website.
This is a full time course including practical and theoretical training in aspects of Beauty & Body Therapy. This course leads to internationally recognised qualifications. We have a high standard of training with our students regularly receiving awards at National and International Level, opening up a wide range of employment opportunities worldwide.
Photographic Make-Up
Laser IPL + Microdermabrasion
Body Massage/Body Electrics
Body Analysis
Spa Treatments - Body Polish/ Mud Wraps
Salon Work Experience
Facial Treatments
Additional Courses (Optional)
Advanced Waxing – Certified
Gel Nails – Certified
6N3474 -Beauty Therapy
Certification:
CIDESCO – Beauty Therapy International Diploma
AIT Accredited - Lash & Brow Treatments
ITEC – Diploma in Intense Pulse Light (IPL) Treatments
ITEC Award in Photographic Make-Up
QQI - Microdermabrasion & Laser IPL Level 6 (6N3474)
EXAMINING BODIES
ITEC
CIDESCO
QQI
Waterford College of Further Education,
Parnell Street, Waterford, X91 VKT9.
Tel: (051) 874053
Fax: (051) 870136
Web: www.wcfe.ie
Email: wcfeinfo@wwetb.ie