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Hairdessing - Barbering & Hairdressing Techniques

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M3351
Award Name Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
School

Duration

1 Years Full Time

Entry Requirements

Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English. Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway. Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees. (Please refer to information for International Learners)
*Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.

Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.

Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initive.

Careers / Further progression

Learners are provided with both academic and technical competencies, which allows them to progress into the Hairdressing Apprenticeship Programme, a Barbering Programme and/or smooth integration into the workplace. With our current excellent relationship with existing employers, it is expected that work experience is an excellent opportunity for the employers to assess the calibre of learner here at College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus. There is a strong network of local employer links in the region and College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus have, over the years, built up good relationships with these employers. This means that employers can be reassured about the quality, suitability and competence of the prospective employee

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration and examination fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview.

Means-tested Student Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. The administration of these grants was handled by the former Vocational Education Committees (VECs) up to the 2011/12 academic year. A new ONLINE ONLY grant applications system was introduced in the 2012/13 academic year. All applications have to be made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI), the single Awarding Authority for all new student grant applications, through www.susi.ie. If you are thinking of embarking on a programme with us, you should investigate whether you are eligible, and, if so, submit an application.

This Barbering and Hairdressing course will lead to QQI Level 5 Award on the National Qualifications Framework. The overall aim of this is to equip the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to the world of the Barbering and Hairdressing Industry/Environment.

Barbering
Safety & Health at Work
Hairdressing Theory
Word Processing
Hairdressing Practice
Customer Services
Hairdressing Science
Work Experience

5M3351 - Hairdressing.

Awards: QQI Level 5 Hairdressing 5M3351 - Year 1

Mulgrave Street, Limerick
T +353 (0) 61 414344
EMAIL apply@lcfe.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Limerick City
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
School