Expand+Back To Education Initiative (BTEI)

The BTEI provides part-time Further Education programmes for young people and adults. It aims to give participants an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. Pro...

Hide-Back To Education Initiative (BTEI)

The BTEI provides part-time Further Education programmes for young people and adults. It aims to give participants an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. Programmes are offered in partnership with a number of agencies throughout the country on a flexible part-time basis. Classes are offered throughout the year in the morning, afternoons, evenings or weekends. Courses lead to a range of accreditation at levels 1-6 on the NFQ.

Expand+BTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefit.

This is a one year part time BTEI course. The course aims to prepare students for employment...

Hide-BTEI means Back to Education Initiative. BTEI gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to part time education, while retaining their benefit.

This is a one year part time BTEI course. The course aims to prepare students for employment in the Barbering Industry. Students will be given training and confidence to secure an Apprenticeship in a Barbers. Emphasis is put on all key areas of Barbering which will enhance students’ techniques, creative and inter-personal skills. All practical training takes place in our fully equipped Hair Salon.

COURSE CONTENT
Barbering Techniques (QQI Level 5), Customer Service, Workplace Safety, Teamworking, IT Skills

Only 4 modules will be completed **Subject to change depending on funding

CERTIFICATION
QQI Level 4 PART AWARD

DURATION
1 year (September - May)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All BTEI applicants must be in receipt of or a dependent of a Social Protection payment before starting the course. Participants on CE schemes or TUS may apply also. All students who present for this course will be given individual guidance by qualified tutors who are in a position to make recommendations as to what courses may suit their learning needs.

PROGRESSION
Successful learners may progress on to Hairdressing QQI Level 5
or Further Education.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This is an area of study that offers excellent career opportunities in the barbering industry. Junior Barber, Theatrical and/or Film, Hairdressing work, Hairdressing Retail outlets.