| Modality & Competencies | Level 4 Aesthetic Therapy | CIDESCO Aesthetic Certificate | ITEC/CIBTAC Beauty Specialist |
| Level 4 Laser | |||
| Level 4 IPL | |||
| Level 4 Skin Peels | |||
| Level 4 Micro-Needling | |||
| Level 4 Skin Blemish Removal | |||
| Level 4 Radio Frequency | |||
| Advanced Facial Electrics (Electroporation) | |||
| Facial Electrotherapy | |||
| Advanced Facials | |||
| Facial Treatments | |||
| Waxing | |||
| Manicure/Pedicure | |||
| Massage | |||
| Psychology for Aesthetic Practice | |||
| Evidence Based Practice | |||
| Research Methodology | |||
| Consultation Skills | |||
| Anatomy & Physiology | |||
| Cosmetic Science | |||
| Professionalism, Law, Ethics |
While common subjects such as anatomy & physiology, consultation skills and cosmetic science are shared across the qualifications, studying at level 4 means all these core subjects are also at a higher level.
No other course in the sector offers the level of practical skills, theoretical knowledge and sought after qualifications as the level 4 in Aesthetic Therapy, after all, that is why we made it available to the sector.
There are several entry routes into the Level 4 Aesthetic Therapy Diploma.
If you are a school leaver you need your senior leaving certificate and it would be advantageous if you have at least one science subject.
If you have a junior leaving certificate you will be required to have taken a level 3 qualification and sit an entry exam before gaining access to the programme.
Those with an existing level 3 beauty therapy qualification.
Those with degree level qualification.
Level 5 Aesthetic Therapy is the second year course. You are able to follow on to level 5 within 3 years of finishing level 4. After 3 years you need to submit a treatment evidence log book and show you have completed CPD courses. CPD (Continuing Professional Development) can be courses like brand training.
Level 5 expands on the skills and modalities you have learnt in level 4 including;
The new level 4 to level 7 framework provides you with a career pathway that has until now never been possible in the beauty industry.
Yes, countries that are a signatory to the Lisbon treaty, for example, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and many others all recognise OFQUAL qualifications.
Qualification are mapped by a qualifications framework, our level 4 course is an (RQF) course, Regulated Qualifications Framework.
On The National Framework of Qualifications for Ireland (NFQ IE) this corresponds to a Level 6 course.
On the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) it relates to level 5.
QQI provide a handy guide to the different qualification frameworks. Qualifications can Cross Boundaries
Unlike a general beauty therapy qualification where a junior leaving certificate or GCSEs in the UK is enough to start a level 2 beauty diploma to enter our level 4 Aesthetic Therapy Diploma, you do need a senior leaving certificate this is equivalent to taking your A levels in the UK. While there is no minimum points system for entry into the Aesthetic Therapy Diploma it is advantageous if you have taken a science subject like biology for example.
Beauty therapy is a tactile hands-on industry. Practical skills training is a core component to becoming a professional beauty therapist, as such, it is not feasible to become a beauty therapist by means of an online course. However, providing the theory component of beauty therapy training online allows for a deeper theory course structure while maximising practical skills training during college hours. Blended learning the combining of online learning and practical skills training has been proven to provide a superior learning experience.
The Aesthetic Therapy qualification is a 9-month course. You attend the college 3 days per week plus two days per week online theory learning; this equates to a full-time course.
Course fees are €9995 and can be paid off over the 9-month period after a deposit of €2000 is paid.