Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This one-year course is designed to provide the practical knowledge and personal skills required for a career as Beauty Technician. It emphasises the practical study of Make-up and its many applications
- ITEC iUBT 429 Certificate in Manicure and Pedicure
- ITEC iUBT 430 Certificate in Waxing
- ITEC Infection Prevention Qualification
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Subjects:
5N 5306 Make up Applications
5N 0972 Customer Service
5N 2062 Principles and Practice of Selling
5N 1356 Work Experience 
5N 1794 Safety and Health at Work 
5N 3470 Beauty Industry Ethics and Practice
Practical:
Biab & Gel Nails
Manicure and Pedicure
Waxing
Make-up Artistry
Skin & Nails Techniques
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, the performing arts or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
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Career Progression
Promotional Consultants for specific beauty houses, Retail Sales Consultancy in pharmacies, department stores on make-up counters, health food shops, self-employment or contract work.