Further Education at GTI
Certificate in Beauty Therapy

This course is currently CLOSED, and no further applications are being accepted. The course may re-open at some future point; in the meantime, please choose an alternative course.

This is the ideal starting point for a successful fulfilling career in beauty therapy.

This course is designed to

  • Provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills required for an introduction to the beauty industry.

  • Train students in a realistic working environment. The course combines practical learning with relevant science and business units to offer a comprehensive understanding of the beauty industry.

entry Requirements

  • Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.

  • Interview

  • Mature Applicants Welcome

COURSE CONTENT
  • Reception / Customer Service
  • Work Experience
  • Computer Studies
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Manicure & Pedicure
  • Make-up
  • Skincare and Eye Treatments
  • Professional Conduct & Business Awareness
OPTIONAL MODULES

Learners may also have the opportunity to study from a choice of modules such as: Maths, English and French.

How the course is taught

GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.

  • We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.

  • Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to making the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.

  • We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners.

Certification
  • ITEC Certification
Progression to Higher Education

  • Students who sucessfully complete this course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the FETAC Higher Education Links Scheme.

  • Successful completion of this Level 5 Award may lead to entry into the Beauty Specialist ITEC Diploma Course at GTI.

  • Successful completion of this Level 5 Award may lead to entry into the Advanced Certificate in Business Management Level 6 Course at GTI.

  • The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at the CAO website.

  • Click here for details of CAO FETAC Requirements Lookup.

Fees
  • Student Services Registration Fee: €255
  • DES Programme Participation Contribution: €200
  • FETAC Examination Fees: €50
  • ITEC Examination Fees: €400
  • Uniforms/Course Textbooks: €140
  • Make-up Kit: €145
  • Manicure & Pedicure Kit: €45
  • Skincare Kit: €30
  • Make-up brushes: €15
  • Skincare Products: €60
  • Class Materials: €40

TOTAL: €1380

Duration

This is a full-time one year course and runs from September to May.

Adult Education

Full-time registered students of GTI may access a range of adult education courses at a reduced fee.

For more Information

Phone 091-581342 or email info@gti.ie

Please Note

The Institute reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.