Course details
Introduction
This one year course will provide students with the skills, knowledge and professional qualifications to work as a Nail Technician and/or Salon Administrator. There is also an emphasis on practical selling, information technology and customer service skills. These business skills will assist a graduate who would like to be self-employed.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities for graduates include:
- Freelance Nail Technician
- Nail Bars
- Beauty Therapy Salons
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Course details
Introduction
This one year course will provide students with the skills, knowledge and professional qualifications to work as a Nail Technician and/or Salon Administrator. There is also an emphasis on practical selling, information technology and customer service skills. These business skills will assist a graduate who would like to be self-employed.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities for graduates include:
- Freelance Nail Technician
- Nail Bars
- Beauty Therapy Salons
- Cruise Ships
- Salon Administrator
- Customer Service Representative
Course Structure
Students will learn the knowledge and skills required to work as a nail technician including anatomy of the hand and skin, manicure and pedicure, health and hygiene, salon procedures, product knowledge, cosmetic science, consultation and contra-indications and nail extension systems. There is also an emphasis on practical selling, information technology skills and customer service skills.
Core Elements
Learners are prepared for qualifications in the following:
ITEC Nail Technology Diploma
- Nail Extension Systems (gel, acrylic, fibreglass, overlays)
ITEC Nail Art Diploma
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Community Health Services
- Manicure, Pedicure and Waxing
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Nutrition
- Customer Service
- Safety and Health at work
- Word Processing (MS Office 2013)
- Spreadsheet Methods
- Work Experience
Support Elements
- Industry Training Courses
- Study Skills
- Career Advice and CV Preparation
- Salon Management Software (Memento)
Assessment and Certification
- Assessment is based on a combination of work submitted during the year and exams.
- This course is certified by ITEC (International Therapy Examination Council) and QQI.
- ITEC applies a rigid set of standards governing attendance, learning and examinations.
- Evidence of Treatments (case studies) is required for ITEC qualifications.
- Learners must pass all 8 QQI subjects to be awarded a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Community and Health Services 5M4468.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate/LCA
Applicants should have achieved five passes on ordinary level. LCA applicants should submit details of credits awarded.
Others including Mature Students
Applicants without the entry requirements are welcome and will be assessed individually.
Other Requirements
There is high demand for places and early application is advised. Applications will be processed strictly in order of receipt.
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BFEI is one of Ireland’s largest Further Education Colleges with a current enrolment of 870 full time students and 200 part time students. BFEI offers an excellent range of professional career cTheirses in Business, Community and Emergency Care, Information Technology, Design, Beauty & Complementary Therapies and Theatrical Media Make Up.
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