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Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course in Nail and Beauty Care may obtain employment in nail bars, tanning studios, health spas, beauty salons, as sales representatives or become self-employed. As this Nail and Beauty Care course is recognised internationally, students are insurable and can travel with their qualifications.
Progression
With a QQI award, graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities (please check with the particular institution regarding local eligibility requirements).
Course Fees
€200
Course Content
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Beauty Therapy
ITEC Diploma in Nail Technology
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology
Manicure, Pedicure and Waxing
Skin Care, Eye Treatments and Make-up
Anatomy and Physiology
Beauty Industry Ethics and Practice/Professional conduct & business awareness
Nail Technology (Gel / Acrylic)
Work Experience
Body Massage and Figure Analysis
Electric File Training (e-filing)
Spray Tan
Nail Art
BIAB
Eyelash Extensions
Eye Lash Lift
Eye Brow Lamination
About This Course
This course will provide students with the skills, knowledge and qualifications required to work as a nail technician. Further, it will also equip students to efficiently carry out tanning and nail art treatments. Students will study and practice manicure treatments, pedicure treatments, e-filing, spray tanning, nail extension systems (gel, acrylic, fiberglass, overlays), nail art, anatomy and physiology and product knowledge/cosmetic science. Work experience is an integral part of the course.
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