Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing
School Head, Bernadette Bannon
Course Code: CI061BH
Course Certification:
ITEC International Therapy Examinations Council
CIBTAC - Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
CIDESCO - Comite International d’Esthetique et de Cosmetologie
FETAC - Further Education and Training Awards Council
Course Duration: 2 Years
Course Fees 2012/13 (€1265)/Additional Information - Beauty Therapy Year 1
Course Fees 2012/13 (€1570)/Additional Information - Beauty Therapy Year 2
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, Anatomy and Physiology, Professional Conduct, Business Awareness, Career Advice, CV Preparation and Industry Training Course. This course is very intensive and a high level of commitment is essential. Work experience in Beauty Therapy is an integral part of the course.
Facial Therapy
Skin Analysis and Cleansing Treatments including Tinting, Cosmetic Make-up, Manicure, Pedicure, Depilatory Treatments (waxing and sugaring), Electrical Facial Treatments including Faradic /Galvanic/High Frequency/Micro current/Vacuum Suction/Pre-heating Treatments. (Steam/Infra-red/Hot Towels).
Body Therapy
Swedish Body Massage (Manual and Electrical), Figure Analysis, Diet and Nutrition; Heating Treatments (Steam/Infra-red/Sauna), Spray Tanning, Exfoliation Techniques, Electrical Body Treatments and Anatomy and Physiology.
Electrolysis
Theory and practice of 3 modalities - Shortwave Diathermy, Galvanic Electrolysis and the Blend.
Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete this course may obtain positions as Beauty Therapists in Beauty Salons, Hotel Spas, Health Farms, and in the 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.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate
Mature Applicants
Entry Requirements Year 2
Completion of Year 1, ITEC, or CIBTAC qualifications
Entry for CIDESCO exam is dependent upon applicants meeting attendance requirements
Additional Requirements
Students must meet all the necessary criteria as stipulated by the International Examination Bodies, these include completion of required course hours and specific project work
Students on the course must purchase their uniform, professional work kits and student insurance
All examination and kit fees are payable prior to course commencement
Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing Course Listings
Course Code: CI061HA
FETAC Level 5 Award Title: Hairdressing
FETAC Level 5 Award Code: DHXXX
Course Duration: 2 Years
Course Fees 2012/13 (€1320)/Additional Information - Hairdressing and Beauty Care Year 1
Course Fees 2012/13 (€1170)/Additional Information - Hairdressing and Beauty Care Year 2
Course Description
This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in Hairdressing and Beauty Care. Students will study and practice all aspects of Women Hairdressing and Beauty Care to include Cosmetic Make-Up and Manicure.
Course Content
Hairdressing Theory and Practice
Reception Duties
Consulting and Diagnosing Hair and Scalp Conditions
Cutting
Blow-drying, Setting and Hair Up Styling
Shampooing Hair
Conditioning Treatments
Perming and Neutralizing
Color and High Lighting Methods - Meche, Foils, Wraps etc.
Hairdressing Science
Anatomy of Skin, Hair and Head
Diseases, Hygiene and Safety
Hairdressing Procedures and the Salon Environment
Beauty Care
Structure and Function of the Skin and Nails
Skin and Nail Disorders
Eyebrow and Eyelash Treatments
Manicure Skills
Day and Evening Make Up Application
Creative Styling
Creative Hair Up Styling
Wig and Hair Piece Styling
Hair Extensions including Bonding Clip and Weft Techniques
Work Experience
Retail Selling
Communications
Course Certification
Hairdressing
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
City and Guilds International Vocational Diploma in Women's Hairdressing
Department of Education Junior Trades Certification
Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete this course will have the necessary skills to pursue a career in the following areas; Hair Stylist, Color or Perm Technician, Sales Representative for Hairdressing and Beauty Products, Beauty Care Professional. Other opportunities for qualified graduates is working cruise liners, airliners and media.
Progression/Further Study
City and Guilds Advanced IVQ Diploma in Womens Hairdressing, Department of Education Senior Trades or Barbering.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate
Leaving Certificate Applied
Mature Applicants
Additional Requirements
Students on the course must purchase uniforms and professional work kits.
All examination fees are payable on course commencement.
Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing Course Listings
Course Code: CI061HB
FETAC Level 5 Award Title: Hairdressing
FETAC Level 5 Award Code: DHXXX
Course Duration: 2 Years
Course Fees 2012/13 (€1165)/Additional Information - Hairdressing Year 1
Course Fees 2012/13 (€970)/Additional Information - Hairdressing Year 2
Course Description
This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in Hairdressing. Students will study and practice all aspects of Womens Hairdressing.
Course Content
Hairdressing
Reception Duties
Consulting and Diagnosing Hair and Scalp Conditions
Cutting
Blow-drying, Setting and Hair Up Styling
Shampooing Hair
Conditioning Treatments
Perming and Neutralizing
Hair Science
Skin, Hair and Head
Diseases, Hygiene and Safety
Hairdressing Processes
Salon Environment
Creative Styling
Creative Hair-Up Styling
Wig and Hairpiece Styling
Hair Extensions including Bonding Clip & Weft techniques
Reception Duties
Work Experience
Communications
Retail Selling
Course Certification
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
City and Guild IVQ Diploma in Womens Hairdressing
Department of Education Junior Trade Certificate
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, Sales representative for hairdressing products. Other opportunities for qualified students is working cruise liners, airliners 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 upon successful completion of FETAC Hairdressing Theory and Practice Module Year 1.
Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing Course Listings
Course Code: CI06MU
FETAC Level 5 Award Title: Make-Up Artistry
FETAC Level 5 Award Code:
EMAXX
Course Duration: 1 Year
Course Fees 2012/13 (€1126)/Additional Information
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
Colour and Trend Analysis
Customer Service
Make-up Application
Skin care and Eye treatments
Theatrical Make-up
Skin and Cosmetic Studies
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.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or Mature Applicants
Additional Requirements
Students must purchase a professional kit for this course.
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Diploma in Complementary Therapies
Course Code: CI061CL
Course Certification:
ITEC (International Therapies Examination Council) and FETAC - RAXXX (Further Education and Training Awards Council)
Course Duration: 1 Year
Course Fees 2012/13 (€1140)/Additional Information
Course Description
This is a full time course leading to professional qualifications in comple- mentary therapies. The objective of the course is to give a detailed and in- depth knowledge of the most popular therapies. The main aim of this course is to provide students with the practical and theoretical skills in order to provide Complementary Therapy treatments for the purposes of relaxation and stress release. Students will be trained to become multi-skilled therapists to meet the needs of today’s market. Students will study the theory of Complementary Therapy treatments to include body massage, aromatherapy and reflexology as well as anatomy, physiology and pathology of the whole body.
Progression/Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete this course may obtain positions as Therapists inHotel Spas, Health Farms, and in the Leisure Industry. It is an Internationally recognised qualification which will enhance employment opportunities for those who already hold a qualification in Beauty Therapy or Sports Therapy.
Course Content
Anatomy and Physiology
Professional Conduct and Business Awareness
Holistic Massage
Indian Head Massage
Reflexology
Aromatherapy
Diet and Nutrition
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or holders of ITEC, CIBTAC or CIDESCO qualifications
Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing Course Listings
Course Code: CI061NT
FETAC Level 5 Award Title: Nail Technician
FETAC Level 5 Award Code: BBSXX
Certification:ITEC (International Therapies Examination Council)
CIBTAC (Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology)
FETAC (Further Education and Training Awards Council)
Course Duration: 1 Year
Course Fees 2012/13 (€795)/Additional Information
Course Description
This course is designed for students who are interested in the area of nail extensions. it will provide students with the skills, knowledge and qualifications required to work as a Nail Technician. It will also equip students to efficiently carry out tanning and nail art treatments. Students will study and practice manicure treatments, pedicure treatments, nail extension systems (gel, acrylic, fiberglass, overlays), tanning treatments, nail art, anatomy and physiology and product knowledge/cosmetic science.
Course Content
Manicure Practical and Theoretical
Pedicure Practical and Theoretical
Professional Conduct and Business Awareness
Nail Extension systems (gel, acrylic, fiberglass, overlays)
Nail Art
Tanning Treatments
Anatomy and Physiology
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the course may obtain employment in nail bars, tanning studios, health spas, beauty salons, sales representatives or be self-employed. This is an International recognised course and provides opportunities to Travel and work abroad e.g. work on cruise liners.
Additional Requirements
Students must purchase a Professional Kit and Uniform for the course.
All Examination Fees are payable prior to commencement of the course.
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Advanced International Diploma in Hairdressing
Course Code: CI061HK
Course Certification: Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
City and Guilds Advanced Diploma
Department of Education junior and senior trades certificates
Course Duration: 2 Years (2 days per week in Cavan Institute and 3 days in Work Placement)
Course Fees 2012/13 (€1290)/Additional Information
Course Description
This course is designed for qualified hairdressers who wish to develop their skills to a higher level. Students study and practice all advanced methods of hairdressing treatments. There is also an opportunity to complete the Department of Education junior and senior trades examinations and additional FETAC awards.
Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the course will have the necessary advanced skills to work as a salon manager, senior stylist, color technician, session stylist, or a sales representative.
Course Content
Working in hairdressing
Health and safety
Product sales and promotions
Advanced cutting techniques
Advanced coloring techniques including high lift methods, meche, foils and slicing
Creative hairdressing design skills
Mens' haircutting
Effective business management
Event management
Creative Styling: Creative Hair-up Styling, Wig and Hairpiece Styling and Hair Extensions including Bonding, Clip and Weft Techniques.
Entry Requirements
City and Guilds Diploma in Hairdressing 6902-61 or 1122
Stylist in a salon for 3 years prior to course commencement
Additional Requirements
Prior industrial experience will be taken into consideration
Students on the course must purchase uniforms and professional work kits
All examination fees are payable in commencement of the course
Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing Course Listings
For progression routes to Institutes of Technology and Universities consult Information for FETAC applicants at www.cao.ie
