Testimonial 1 Tammy Byrne

Name: Tammy Byrne
Home town: Arklow
Qualifications ITEC, CIBTAC and CIDESCO
Year qualified: 2009
 
The best thing about being a beauty therapist?
The best thing about being a beauty therapist for me is having the knowledge and skills to help others look and feel good about themselves. It’s a know fact that when we look good, we feel good and been able be involved in that process is very satisfying.
 
Why teacher training?
While I was training to be a beauty therapist I was inspired by an excellent educator that I had. I could see the passion and love that she had for the industry and it made it all the easier to succeed in my studies. I have always love beauty therapy and now I have the same passion and love for teaching that she had. To be able to inspire and pass on the knowledge and skills to others is a wonderful gift in itself.
 
How did you hear about the course?
This course was recommended to me by a past student, the help and unrivalled support she received from the college was second to none.
 

Your first impressions of the course?
My first impressions of the course was that were was a great atmosphere and energy there. The educators were very informative and straight to the point with topics and lectures which made it very easy.
 
Favourite module and why?
My favourite module was Developing your Confidence, mostly because I feel it’s the most important one. Having confidence in yourself, your chosen subjects and your students is vital to become a truly excellent teacher.
 

Your study routine?
My study routine is from 7.00 to 10.00, Mon- Fri, been a mother to 3 small boys having a planned study routine is very important for me.
 

What are the biggest challenges with this course?
The biggest challenges with this course for me is learning how to slowing down my speech for public speaking and our presentations. This is a challenges that I know with practice and time I can be successful in with the help and feedback from the college.

Testimonial 2 Louise Mc Elroy

Name:Louise McElroy
Home town: (Dublin originally,) live in Edenderry Co Offally

Qualification: FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Community and Health Services (2006)

                    Tui Na Certificate in Chinese Medical Acupressure (2006)
                    ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage (2006)
                    ITEC Level 3 Diploma in On Site Massage (2006)
                    ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy (2007)
                    ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage (2007)
                    ITEC  Diploma in Aerobic Teaching (2007)
                    ITEC  Diploma in Gym Instruction (2007)
                    Pharma Nord Training Academy Certificate in Nutrition and Preventative Medicine (2009)
                    Dr Hauschka Skin Care and Make Up Training Certificate (2008)
                    Burts Bees Training Certificate (2008)
                    Irish Association of Health Stores Protocol for Selling Certificate (2008)
                    A.Vogel Phytotherapy Course Certificate (2007)

Year qualified: Qualified in 2006/2007. Continued qualifications 2007-2009


The best thing about being a beauty therapist

Learning something new everyday on a life long journey and the people I have met because of it.

 
Why teacher training?

I wanted to develop my skills in communicating something i am very passionate about to others.
 

How did you hear about the course?

Through Google! I simply put in the title "teaching massage" and the college I attend was the first hit- I was very lucky!
I then researched it further through the ITEC Website and still ended up studying with the college.

Your first impressions of the course?

Life changing and very enjoyable. It's time consuming but easy to do once you have the interest.

 
Favorite module and why?

Module three because I found I not only had the knowledge from the classes but i felt i knew how to apply it. It all knitted together for me at Module three! 

Your study routine?

Firstly, ignore the distractions! I have a study time set aside three nights a week but I always have a book or notes with me in case I get a chance to revise.

What are the biggest challenges with this course?

Finding the time to do it and committing to study times! Once you are organised and stick to a schedule it's fine.