Irelands Premier Training Academy for Massage Therapists

ITEC LECTURING DIPLOMA

We are now the number 1 choice for teacher training with more than 120 teachers graduating to teach in beauty schools, colleges and educational institutes around the country. Training to be a professional Beauty or Complimentary therapy teacher can be an extremely rewarding undertaking. The teacher training courses at the Irish Academy offer unrivaled support and tuition throughout your studies. We are now Ireland's largest provider of training for Massage and Beauty therapists, with more than 200 students graduating in 2007. We have amassed a wealth of experience in the teacher training fields with more than 13 years experience in management of ITEC colleges and awards. The ITEC teacher training diploma is recognised nationally and internationally by industry and employers and offer many career opportunities for those wanting to become professional beauty or complimentary teachers. The tutor training programme offered at our academy is conducted in our state of the art facilities approximately 2 minutes from the M50 exit at the Red Cow interchange. It also has excellent public transport links from Dublin city centre with tram and bus links from all the main train stations. (please click on LOCATIONS on the left hand menu for more details)

The programme also offers teacher trainers the opportunity to study at times that suit with 7 - 1day monthly classes spread over a nine month period. There are NO exams as successful completion is based on a combination of lectures, teaching practice and assignments.

We guarantee an unrivalled service on our teacher trainer programme with expert tuition, support from senior trainers throughout the course, career guidance with teacher placements, a proven system to help you qualify and support from Ireland's leading management team.

We also welcome visitors to our academy and would be privileged to introduce you to our facilities and staff.

Our next programme starts in October 2008 with seven lectures spread throughout the year.

** SPECIAL OFFER: Avail of reduced costs - now only €3,500. **

DATES FOR THIS COURSE ARE

Next course will commence in October 2008

FEES

The fees are €3,500 euros payable in instalments €1,000 euros with application form, €1,000 euros on the first day of the programme, €1,000 euros on the second day of the programme, €500 euros on the fourth day of the programme (Similar programmes cost between € 4,000 - € 5,200 euros). 

HOW TO ENROL

(A) Please contact us at 01-4089769 for an application form or download application form from the link below. Return application form to our office with required deposit.

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All payments should be made payable to The Irish Academy of Massage and Beauty Training and posted to Irish Academy, Waverley Business Park, Old Naas Road, Dublin 12.

(B) Pay by credit or laser card by phoning 01-4089769.

(C) Call to our offices (please phone or email to arrange an appointment).

WHERE DO LECTURES TAKE PLACE ?

Lectures take place in our dedicated training facility on the Naas Road Dublin 12, just 2 minutes from the Red Cow Roundabout interchange (on the R110 - Naas Road).  You do not have to go near Dublin City Centre. Avail of free off street parking at our state of the art training venue. It also has excellent public transport links via the new Luas light rail system from Connolly and Hueston train stations (approx 20 minutes from city centre). For a detailed map and directions please click “locations” on the left hand side menu.

The programme will focus on teaching theories and practices outlined by the main educational authorities and will include:

  • The adult learning cycle.
  • Structure of the education system.
  • Motivational theory.
  • Evaluation techniques.
  • The systematic training cycle.
  • College and lecturer administration.
  • Effective communication.
  • Effective teaching methods.
  • How adults learn.
  • How adults memorise information.
  • Curriculum development.
  • How adults recall information.
  • Presentation skills.
  • Methods of assessment.
  • Demonstration skills.
  • IT in training.

Participants will be also expected to complete six assignments (approx 2,000 to 3,000 words per assignment) and teaching practice. The assignments will focus on the six key areas of

The educational system :- The role of the department of education - the national qualifications framework - further education and private colleges.

The teaching and learning process :- To include learning theories and concepts - the learning process - management of learning and adult learning.

The role of the lecturer :- To include teaching styles - methods of teaching - presentation skills - communication skills - controlling the learning enviroment.

Developing a course plan :- To include curriculum development - lesson plans - scheme of works - developing teaching notes - using audio / visual aids.

Methods of evaluation :- To include evaluation of learners - evaluation of teaching methods - evaluation of curriculum - designing evaluation form.

College administration :- To include costing of courses - administration costs - promotion and marketing of courses - student charter - health and safety procedures.

Please find below information that may help you in making your decision.

INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATION


On successful completion you will receive the ITEC Lecturing Diploma, an International Qualification which is recognised by all insurers and employers.

NO EXAMS

There are no end of year exams.  Successful completion of the programme is based on attendance at the lectures, submission of seven assignments and completion of approx 50 hours teaching practice (prior teaching experience can be taken into consideration). Seven lectures throughout the year.
You will need to attend the college for seven lectures throughout the year.  There is approx 4 weeks between lectures.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The beauty and complementary therapy sectors have seen significant growth over the past five years.  Funding has been made available to many organisations, at community level, for delivery of beauty and complementary related programmes.  The amount of teaching opportunities, outside of VECs and private colleges, has vastly increased.  Out of our current group of teacher trainers, five have already secured employment.

ABOUT US

The Irish Academy was established almost 13 years ago and is now synonymous with delivery of quality programmes.  College director Derek O Kelly has 15 years experience in adult education, ITEC college management and training of lecturers and students.  The academy is staffed by 3 full time customer care representatives who ensure the smooth running of all programmes.  College tutors are now among the top in the country with Beautician and Massage students achieving pass rates of 98.5% from recent academic term.

ABOUT THE TUTORS

The programme will be directed by college Principal Derek O Kelly, workshops and lectures will also be taught by experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in teaching and therapy practice.

WILL I GET SUPPORT ?

Yes.  We have developed a reputation for quality training and student support.  You will have access to senior lecturers and management throughout the programme.  No other college in the country provides the support which we do.

DON'T MISS OUT !

Dont miss this great opportunity to enter the exciting world of teaching.  The maximum amount of places on the programme will be 16 there are a minimum amount of places remaining, please contact us ASAP if you are interested in a place on the programme.

 

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