Advanced Diploma in Beauty and Complementary Therapies

Institute: Institute of Community Services

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: CS4-W01-23
MQF Level: Level 4
Credits: 120 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Placement
Duration: 2 Years

Course Description

This programme of studies is made up of units intended to equip learners with the knowledge to provide relaxation and stress relief treatments as well as to improve skin conditions. Learners must complete their basic certification in Beauty at Level 3 Diploma to enrol at this level of studies. Learners will have the opportunity to perform practical tasks during hands-on sessions within the inhouse salon at the Institute of Community Services. There will also be work placement experiences within established salons and spas as part of the course programme. Study units during the second year of studies include alternative therapies such as reflexology, hot stone therapy and aromatherapy. Upon completion of the full programme the learners will qualify as beauty therapists. Alternatively, learners who complete successfully this two-year full-time course may wish to consider furthering their studies by progressing to a Bachleor in Vocational Education and Training 4.0. which can lead to becoming a teacher in Vocational Education in secondary schools. Learners are required to purchase the necessary beauty accessories at the beginning of the academic year.

Career Prospects

Beauty Therapist

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route….
MCAST Diploma for Beauty Specialists

OR

ITEC Diploma for Beauty Specialists

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

It is to be noted that the entry requirements as set above, are very specific and do not come with consideration for any comparability or equivalence

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Updated: 2025-06-16