Course Aim
This course is designed to give candidates a broad knowledge of the holistic approach to health and well-being while gaining practitioner qualifications for employment in the most popular therapies including: Swedish Massage, Reflexology, Reiki (Masters) and Nutritional Therapy.
Course Modules
ITEC Level 3 Awards
- Holistic/Swedish Massage
- Reflexology
- Nutrition
- Holistic Approach to Health
- Professional Conduct and Business Awareness
- Anatomy and Physiology
Additional Practitioner Certificates:
- First Aid Responder
- Reiki Level 1, 2 & 3 (Masters)
- Work Simulation Program and 3 week work placement
Certification
ITEC Level 3 Awards:
Additional Practitioner Certificates
Entry Requirements
All our Level 5 PLC courses are open to school leavers (Leaving Cert/ Leaving Cert Applied Students/A Levels/GCSE or equivalent), QQI Level 4 graduates and mature applicants. A QQI Level 5 award is a prerequisite to access a Level 6 programme.
Higher Education
Learners can progress to study various related courses in OFI including Beauty Therapy, Makeup Artistry or Advanced Beauty Therapy. Alternatively, learners can progress to a number of areas including Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Nutrition or Massage Therapy in specialist colleges such as CNM or HCD.
Career Opportunities & Progression Routes
Graduates progress to employment in various areas including:
Spa's | Cruise Liners | Healing Centres and Health Farms | Leisure Centres | Sports & Fitness Centres | Hotels | Beauty Salons | Self Employment
This is an incredible course for anybody passionate or interested in holistic health and well-being. It is, at times, hard work but always enjoyable and rewarding. Teachers were knowledgeable, supportive, personable and caring. I had so much fun learning under their guidance and I would recommend this programme to anyone interested in holistic health and well-being.
Student Services Costs: €200
Government Levy (PPC): €200
The following categories of participant are exempt from paying the Government Levy (PPC):
- Full medical Card holders in their own right and their dependent children
- Those who are eligible under the student grant scheme
- Those in receipt of the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
QQI Certification Charge:
- QQI Level 5 €50
- QQI Level 6 €80
ITEC & Reiki Exam Fees:
- €441
Fees charged by professional bodies - These will be outlined under Additional fees for applicable courses.
Additional costs which may include: Books, uniforms, equipment, kit, trips & optional additional practitioner certification.