This qualification has been designed to develop your skills using electrolysis as a method for hair removal. Skills will involve assessing, preparation and completing electrical needle epilation treatments to remove hair using blend and alternating current.
You will need to demonstrate a competency in Salon Health & Safety, in addition to advising clients on any aftercare required post electrical epilation treatment. The aim of this qualification is to develop your skills as a beauty therapist or electrologist and to enable you to provide electrical epilation treatments
✓ Safely perform electrolysis hair removal using blend and alternating current techniques
✓ Conduct thorough client consultations and assess suitability for electrical epilation treatments
✓ Prepare the treatment area and client in accordance with salon health and safety protocols
✓ Complete electrical epilation treatments to a professional standard, adapting techniques to individual client needs
✓ Provide detailed aftercare advice and guidance to support effective treatment outcomes and skin recovery
✓ Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of salon hygiene, health and safety, and professional practice in relation to electrical epilation
✓ Develop confidence in your role as a qualified beauty therapist or electrologist offering permanent hair removal services
Competence must be demonstrated on six occasions:
These will be done by using Shortwave diathermy/thermolysis (AC), Galvanic (DC) or Blend.
Assessment: All practical observations will be viewed by your assessor. All your work will be compiled in your portfolio of evidence. This will be cross referenced to requirements which are outlined in your assessment book. Practical observations will be assessed as per unit listed under course content. Evidence of knowledge will be assessed through assignments.
Upon completion, your work will be subject to review by your Tutor, IQA and EQA. This quality assurance process can take between 12–16 weeks. Please note that certificates cannot be issued until all required quality assurance checks have been completed.
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The Academy by Sharon Leavy accepts grants however it is up to the student to obtain the grant. Find more information about grants here.
Each of our tutors hold Internationally recognised Teaching Qualifications, Industry Related Qualifications on the course they are committed to teach and commercial experience. We hand pick our tutors based on their passion and skills. If you choose to train at The Academy by Sharon Leavy, we guarantee you quality training with the top tutors in the Industry.
Biology, Business and Home Economics. Whether it is knowing how a plug is wired to what a cell is – each of these subjects overlap with various topics you’ll need to cover throughout the year. While you may not be applying to college through the traditional CAO points system, don’t slack with your Leaving Certificate studies.
This is known as Accredited Prior Learning: If you have passed an ITEC or CIBTAC module (or equivalent) you will not have to re-sit that exam again i.e. if you have completed Holistic Massage and have passed your exams in Unit 1 (A&P) and Unit 22 (Professional Conduct & Business Awareness) then when you join our Reflexology Course you will not need to re-sit those modules and you can concentrate solely on studying and passing Unit 4 (Reflexology Practical & Theory).
Definitely not. You will need your family and friends around you to model for all the amazing treatments you are going to learn so you can practice as much as possible. You will probably purchase a portable couch to work on and you will need space at home to set this up. Student flats in Dublin or Galway don’t come with a spare room that can be turned into your beauty room at the click of a switch. The cost of renting and living in Dublin or Galway is extremely expensive, save it for when you need to print an assignment and have no ink or need a new pot of wax to practice.
Yes. The Academy by Sharon Leavy has partnered with Tullamore Credit Union so students can apply for a loan to cover their course fees. This is separate from our instalment plan option. Find out more and apply on our Student Finance page.
The use of a computer and printer is not a necessity but it is highly recommended on all courses as it makes the work load lighter for you, the learner. Learners will need paper, pens and folders. Reflecting the high standard of training and success rate of our graduates, the course does require that the learner be willing to practice at home to build up a strong skill level in their desired area.
This qualification has been designed to develop your skills using electrolysis as a method for hair removal. Skills will involve assessing, preparation and completing electrical needle epilation treatments to remove hair using blend and alternating current.
You will need to demonstrate a competency in Salon Health & Safety, in addition to advising clients on any aftercare required post electrical epilation treatment. The aim of this qualification is to develop your skills as a beauty therapist or electrologist and to enable you to provide electrical epilation treatments
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