Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing
School Head, Bernadette Bannon
Beauty Therapy - Course Code: CI061BH
Course Description
This course is designed for students who are interested in Beauty Therapy. Students will study and practice Facial Therapy, Body Therapy, Body Massage, Electrolysis, Applied Science, Health and Safety, and IT Skills. This course is very intensive and a high level of commitment is essential.
Facial Therapy
Skin Analysis and Cleansing Treatments; Eye Treatments including Cosmetic Make-up; Eyelash Tinting; Manicure; Pedicure; Depilatory Treatments (waxing); Electrical Facial Treatments including Faradic /Galvanic/High Frequency/Microcurrent/Vacuum Suction/Pre-heating Treatments (Steam Infra Red).
Body Therapy
Swedish Body Massage (Manual & Electrical); Figure Assessment; Correction and Exercise; Diet and Nutrition; Heat Treatments (Steam/Infra Red) Body Wrap Treatments; Exfoliation Techniques; Electrical Body Treatments including Faradic, Galvanic, High Frequency, Microcurrent, Vacuum Suction and Anatomy & Physiology.
Electrolysis
Theory and practice of 3 modalities - Shortwave Diathermy, Galvanic Electrolysis and the Blend.
Work Experience
Work Experience in Beauty Therapy is an integral part of the course.
Course Certification
I.T.E.C. International Therapy Examinations Council.
C.I.B.T.A.C. - Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and cosmetology.
C.I.D.E.S.C.O. - Comite International d’Esthetique et de Cosmetologie.
FETAC - Further Education and Training Awards Council.
Career Opportunities
Students who have successfully completed this course may obtain positions as Beauty Therapists in Beauty Salons, Hotel, Spa and Health Farms and Leisure Industry; Sales Representatives and Trainers for Beauty Products. Graduates of this course have the necessary qualifications to start their own business. For the more adventurous who wish to see the world, excellent job opportunities are now available on Cruise Liners.
- Students on the course must purchase uniform and professional work kits
- All examination and kit fees are payable prior to commencement
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Mature Applicants.
Entry to Year 2 is dependent on completion of Year 1. Meeting the entry requirement for CIDESCO 2nd Year is dependent on student attendance.
Additional Requirements
Five passes in the Leaving Certificate to include English.
Course Duration: 2 Years
Course Fees/Additional Information Year 1
Course Fees/Additional Information Year 2
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Hairdressing and Beauty Care - Course Code: CI061HA
Course Description
This course is designed for students who are interested in careers in Hairdressing and Beauty Care. Students will study and practice all aspects of Hairdressing and Beauty Care to include Cosmetic Make-Up and Manicures.
Course Content
Hairdressing
Reception Duties
Consulting and Diagnosing Hair and Scalp Conditions
Cutting
Blowdrying, Setting and Hair-up Styling
Shampooing Hair
Conditioning Treatments
Perming and Neutralising
Hair Science
Skin, Hair and Head
Diseases, Hygiene and Safety
Hairdressing Processes
The Salon Environment
Beauty Care
Cosmetic Make-Up
Structure and Function of the Skin
Study of Cosmetic Preparations
Make-up Techniques
Treatment of Eyebrows and Eyelashes
Customer Service
Manicure
Study of Tools and Materials for Manicure
Bone and Nail Structure
Skin and Nail Disorders
Techniques and Procedure
Creative Styling
Creative Hair-Up Styling
Wig and Hairpiece Styling
Hair Extensions including Bonding Clip & Weft techniques
Work Experience
A minimum of 10 days work placement must be completed in a relevant vocational area.
Retail Selling
Communications
Course Certification
Hairdressing
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
City and Guilds International Vocational Diploma in Women's Hairdressing
Dept. of Education (Junior & Senior Trades)
Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete this course will have the necessary skills to pursue a career in the following areas: Hair Stylist, Colour or Perm Technician or Sales representative for hairdressing. Excellent job opportunities are also available on Cruise Liners, major Airline companies and Media.
- Students on the course must purchase uniform and professional work kits
- All examination and kit fees are payable on course commencement
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, Mature Applicants.
Additional Requirements
Prior industry experience will be taken into consideration. Entry to Year 2 is dependent on successful completion of Year 1.
Course Duration: 2 Years
Course Fees/Additional Information Year 1
Year One Additional Requirements - Student Kit Order Form and Beauty Care Kit 2010 Quotation and Step by Step Guide to Ordering
Course Fees/Additional Information Year 2
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Hairdressing - Course Code: CI061HB
Course Description
Students study and practice all aspects of Hairdressing as well as Applied Science, Health and Safety at Work and Customer Service as part of their course of study.
Course Content
Hairdressing
Reception Duties
Consulting and Diagnosing Hair and Scalp Conditions
Cutting
Blowdrying, Setting and Hair-up Styling
Shampooing Hair
Conditioning Treatments
Perming and Neutralising
Hair Science
Skin, Hair and Head
Diseases, Hygiene and Safety
Hairdressing Processes
The Salon Environment
Creative Styling
Creative Hair-Up Styling
Wig and Hairpiece Styling
Hair Extensions including Bonding Clip & Weft techniques
Professional Skills
Reception Duties
Sales Skills
Work Experience
A minimum of 10 days work placement must be completed in a relevant vocational area.
Course Certification
Hairdressing
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
City and Guilds International Diploma
Dept. of Education (Junior & Senior Trades)
Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete this course will have the necessary skills to pursue a career in the following areas: Hair Stylist, Colour or Perm Technician or Sales representative for hairdressing. Excellent job opportunities are also available on Cruise Liners, major Airline companies and Media.
- Students on the course must purchase uniform and professional work kits
- All examination and kit fees are payable on course commencement
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, Mature Applicants.
Additional Requirements
Prior industry experience will be taken into consideration. Entry to Year 2 is dependent on successful completion of Year 1.
Course Duration: 2 Years
Course Fees/Additional Information Year 1
Course Fees/Additional Information Year 2
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Make-Up Artistry Course Code: CI06MU
Course Description
This course offers a professional qualification for those who wish to qualify as a professional make-up artist. It covers all aspect of Make-up Artistry including Fashion, Theatre, TV, Film and Special
Effects make-up. It combines the technical skills and artistic elements required of a Make-up artist with a focus on fashion co-ordination, hair styles and special effects.
This course covers the skills required to perform effective make-up techniques suitable for various professional media, theatre and stage productions. As part of this course students create makeup looks for fashion shows, magazine shoots and theatrical performances and in the process develop a comprehensive portfolio featuring a range of different looks. In order to appreciate the international dimension of this course students are encouraged to attend international trade fairs and complete a number of field based assignment.
Course Content
Fashion and Media Make-up
Specialised Make-up Effects
Communications
Work Experience
Drawing
Customer Service
Care Support
Skincare and Eye treatments
Theatrical Make-up
Skin and Cosmetic Studies
Postiche
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities also exist in a variety of industries including theatre, film, television and on a range of media
productions including editorials and high fashion (catwalk). Graduates of this course can expect to find employment
with international cosmetic companies, as cosmetic consultants/make up artists and cosmetic counter managers.
Award Code: EMAXX
Course Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements: Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate
Applied, Mature Applicants
Additional Requirements: Students must purchase a
professional kit for this course.
Important Course Fees/Additional Information
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