QQI Level 5 Beauty Therapy case studies
QQI Level 5 Beauty Therapy · Put your knowledge to work in context.
QQI Level 5 Beauty Therapy (award code 5M3471) is a major award on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, sitting at Level 5 alongside the Leaving Certificate. It is the standard entry-level qualification for people who want to work as a beauty therapist in a salon, spa, or as a mobile or self-employed practitioner, and it is also taken by existing therapists who need a recognised credential for insurance or employment. The QQI Level 5 Beauty Therapy case studies are 5 cases and about 2,973 words.
1Diabetic Client Requesting Callus Reduction
A 58-year-old woman books a 45-minute pedicure. She has type 2 diabetes diagnosed 9 years ago, HbA1c 8.2%, and reports numbness in both big toes.
609 words, about 3 min2Rosacea-Prone Client Requesting an Aggressive Deep-Cleanse Facial
A 34-year-old client books a 60-minute deep-cleanse facial for a family event in two days. She describes her skin as sensitive but congested and asks for steam, a scrub, extraction of blackheads on the nose, and a 15% vitamin C ampoule to brighten her cheeks.
587 words, about 3 min3Chest and Back Wax After Starting Isotretinoin
A 22-year-old man books a back and chest wax. He mentions he started oral isotretinoin 20 mg daily eight weeks ago for severe acne and has one cystic spot on his upper back.
604 words, about 3 min4Green Discolouration Under a Lifted Acrylic Nail
A 41-year-old woman comes for removal of acrylic enhancements and a manicure. She wants a gel overlay on all ten nails because she is a bridesmaid at the weekend.
572 words, about 3 min5Eyebrow and Eyelash Tint After a Mild Patch-Test Reaction
A 29-year-old bride books an eyelash tint and individual lash extensions three days before her wedding. She had a tint patch test 24 hours ago on her inner forearm.
601 words, about 3 min