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Hairdressing

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M3351

The Hairdressing industry is a dynamic working environment, with opportunities for many different careers. Our Level 5 course leads to internationally recognised qualifications in the art of hairdressing. You will learn the practical skills of hairdressing and styling, and the underpinning theoretical knowledge that will enable you to pursue a career in hairdressing business. You will work in professional facilities and with award-winning staff.

Award Name Diploma at UK Level 3
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body City and Guilds
NFQ Level
Award Name Junior Trade Certificate
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body Department of Education and Skills
NFQ Level
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
Diploma at UK Level 3 City and Guilds
Junior Trade Certificate Department of Education and Skills
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Carlow Town
Attendance Options:
Full time
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

1 Year

Careers / Further progression

Progression
Progress to further study and careers including:

•Salon Hairstylist
•Self-employed Hairstylist
•Fashion Hairstylist
•Product Representative
•Cruise Ship Hairstylist
•Resort Hairstylist
•TV & Film Hairstylist
•Wedding & Event Hairstylist
•Hair and Scalp Specialist

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

These means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education, in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres.

Applications are made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie www.susi.ie

You will be invited to an interview – this is to make sure that you’ve made the right choice!

Applications will be open online for 2025 entry at the end of January 2025. Students may apply online at www.carlowinstitute.ie

You will have opportunities to develop your skills and build a portfolio of work that will help you to progress to employment.

What Makes This Course Special

Progress to work
Internationally recognised qualifications
High-level skills training
Outstanding facilities
Award-winning hairdressing team
Build your own creative portfolio

Certification

QQI Level 5 Hairdressing 5M3351
City and Guilds Level 3 Hair Service Award 3002-93 (2 Units)
This international award at UK Level 3 is a full award equivalent to an Irish Level 5 major award
SEC Hairdressing Junior Trades

Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.

Course Content

Hairdressing Theory and Practice
Hairdressing Science
Creative Hair Design Skills
Forme and Style support
Bridal Hair Styling
Cut Womens Hair
Colour Hair
Safety and Health at Work
Work Experience

5M3351 - Hairdressing


Phone: 059 913 4230
Email: Email: Info@CarlowInstitute.ie
Web: www.Carlowinstitute.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Carlow Town
Attendance Options:
Full time
Apply to:
Course provider