Kilkenny College of Beauty Therapy

A Career in Beauty Therapy
Internationally recognised qualifications with work opportunities world wide
New! Advanced Aesthetic Training Courses
New Advanced Aesthetics training courses now available.
Beauty Therapy Diploma
Full time course with CIBTAC, ITEC and CIDESCO qualifications now enrolling for October 2019!!
Part Time Courses
Choose from a range of day and evening courses leading to professional qualifications
Student Commercial Salon – Every Friday
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Sports Therapy
ITEC Sports Therapy Level 4 now enrolling for January 2019!!

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As well as our full-time Beauty Therapy Diploma course we have a range of part time Beauty and Sports Therapy courses held during the day or in the evening.

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With over 30 years of experience and hundreds of successful graduates, we know how to ensure that all students get the best results possible.

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ITEC Certificate in Microdermabrasion

ITEC IPL and Laser Diploma

ITEC certificate in Manicure

ITEC Certificate in Make up

ABT Accredited Lash Lift,Salon Nail Art,Lash extensions and Indian Head workshops!!

Limited space available on Media Fashion and Photographic make up Artistry!!

With over 30 years experience in business, The Kilkenny College of Beauty and Sports Therapy prides itself in providing the highest level of Education and Training in Beauty and Sports Therapy. We promote the ideal learning environment with small class sizes, keeping your training to a minimum time commitment but yet optimal results are achieved. Our focus is on the success of our students ensuring we meet and exceed the expectations of our graduates. We endeavour to constantly develop our training and teaching skills to ensure the most modern techniques are delivered to our students. We seek to expand our curriculum of available courses on an annual basis to meet the needs of the Beauty and Sports Industries. We have now introduced a commercial salon onsite to give our students the best practical experience and ensure they acquire the skills required to make our graduates some of the most sought after in the country.

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Full – Time Beauty Therapy Course

This course offers students the highest standard of beauty therapy qualifications in the industry with three major awarding bodies. ITEC/CIBTAC and the prestigious CIDESCO Beauty Therapy qualification will ensure you are trained to the highest possible standard at The Kilkenny College of Beauty and Sports Therapy . We have added a Brand New Commercial Beauty Therapy and Photographic Make up Course to our full time Programmes. This is our "straight to salon" qualification and prepares graduates with a vast amount of additional qualifications which are much sought after by employers. These include Lash Lift, Lash extensions, Nail technology, Threading and many more.

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Part-Time Courses

Courses include Make up Artistry,ITEC Laser and IPL, Microdermabrasion, Sports Therapy, Nail technology, Education & Training Diploma, Holistic Massage, Brow and Lash Technician Courses, Diet & Nutrition, Body Therapy, Beauty Specialist, Epilation and Reflexology. There are courses throughout the year, held both in the evening and during the day.

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Career Options

Beauty Salons, Cruise Liners, Nail Bars, Sports & Fitness Clubs, Lash & Brow Bars, Hotel Spas, Pharmacies & Make Up stores like Inglot & Mac, respite centres, Beauty Therapy Colleges are just some of those who employ qualified therapists. Graduating with internationally recognised diplomas, the world is your oyster.

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Testimonials

Melissa Clarke

I started my Beauty Therapy Diploma in 2008 at The Kilkenny College of Beauty and Sports Therapy . My course was full time for 1 year. The college is known for its professionalism and it’s a fact, every student that qualifies will carry this fantastic trait with them. The Beauty Therapy Diploma covers everything practical… Read More “Melissa Clarke”

Melissa Clarke

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Karena Dowling

My name is Karena Dowling and I have enjoyed a wonderful career in Beauty Therapy as a direct result of the excellent training and support that I received from the The Kilkenny College of Beauty and Sports Therapy . The training was provided in a professional manner and in a small class environment that enabled… Read More “Karena Dowling”

Karena Dowling

Caroline Quinlan

Kilkenny College Of Beauty Therapy is a quality training facility with an excellent reputation for providing excellent education. Studying my beauty therapy qualification at the college has opened up so many doors for me in my beauty career. I would highly recommend Kilkenny College Of Beauty Therapy to anyone!

Caroline Quinlan

The Beauticians Wand

Jennie Fitzpatrick

I studied in The Kilkenny College of Beauty and Sports Therapy in 2004 as a full time student. I found the standard of training was so high that I was confident of my ability and started working as soon as i received my qualification. I have continued that high standard that was instilled in me… Read More “Jennie Fitzpatrick”

Jennie Fitzpatrick

Leigh Salmon

My name is Leigh Salmon Horohan I graduated from the full time CIDESCO beauty course at The Kilkenny College of Beauty and Sports Therapy in 2003 and have never looked back. I went on to work in many spas and salons around the south east of Ireland and became a tutor for The Kilkenny College… Read More “Leigh Salmon”

Leigh Salmon

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