Hairdressing - Traineeship
Do you love hairdressing and barbering? This traineeship will allow you to explore hairdressing for women and men with a view to up-skilling and exploring a range of subject areas in this field.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | Certificate at UK Level 2 |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | City and Guilds |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| Certificate at UK Level 2 | City and Guilds |
Duration
48 weeks.
This is a full-time training course, hours: 8.30am - 3.45pm Monday to Thursday, 8.30am - 12.45pm on Fridays.
Entry Requirements
Education: The learner who has either successfully completed a programme leading to a level 4 FETAC Certificate or equivalent.
Aptitude: Proficiently read, draft, prepare and understand information across a broad range of topics, for example, in relation to a community concern or a work based plan or solution. Proficiently read, draft, prepare and understand quantitative information. Assume partial responsibility for consistency of self understanding and behaviour. Solve predictable problems, independently and as part of a familiar and less familiar group.
Demonstrate a range of practical and cognitive skills and tools. Act with a considerable amount of responsibility and autonomy. Attend timetabled classes for the duration of the programme. Complete self directed hours of learning in the form of practice time, preparation, study time and reflection time, as appropriate. Participate in all programme related activities. Participate in work experience, as appropriate. Good Colour Vision essential.
Previous Experience: To access programmes leading to this award the learner should have reached the standards of knowledge, skill and competence associated with the preceding level of the National Framework of Qualifications. This may have been achieved through a formal qualification or through relevant life and work experience. Full time/part time work experience in a commerical hairdressing salon desirable.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:
This is a full-time course delivered entirely in the English language. Applicants must have a sufficient level of proficiency to use the English language to make and communicate meaning in spoken and written contexts while completing their program of study.
If English is not your first language, you may be asked to complete a language assessment to determine your language proficiency according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). The proficiency required will depend on the level of award associated with your course of study.
ELIGIBILITY:
*Applicants must have permission to study and live in Ireland and have good verbal, comprehension, and written command of the English language.
*Applicants must demonstrate an ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out by the course and a clear desire to work in chosen subject area
Further information
Start Date: 23/11/2026
End Date: 22/10/2027
Ballina Training Centre
Riverside Church Rd
Ballina
F26 P278
COST / FUNDING SUPPORTS:
The course is free of charge, if you are in receipt of a social welfare payment when the course starts, you may be entitled to a training allowance for the duration.
Other available supports include meals, travel and/or accommodation allowances.
Do you love hairdressing and barbering? This traineeship will allow you to explore hairdressing for women and men with a view to up-skilling and exploring a range of subject areas in this field.
As part of the traineeship you will:
* acquire a basic knowledge of hair styling and design
* gain an understanding in the organisation and the workings of a hairdressing salon
* become proficient at basic hairdressing skills
* understand the Health and Safety issues in relation to chemicals in hairdressing
This is a practical, hands-on traineeship that is flexible in structure, giving you the the maximum opportunity to improve your interpersonal skills, team working, problem solving, time management ICT and planning skills while operating in a fully functioning salon classroom environment.
You will undertake work experience in a real-life salon business to enhance your confidence and allow you to reflect on and evaluate your performance. This traineeship will support your progression including future participation in education and/or employment in the hairdressing industry.
Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate a broad range of knowledge related to the theory and practice of hairdressing.
Demonstrate understanding of specific hairdressing techniques and the range of client focused services required in a hairdressing environment.
Demonstrate a broad range of skills in assessing client hair types, discussing appropriate styles, applying colouring techniques and perming in accordance with appropriate safety, health and service requirements.
Exercise judgement in complying with appropriate industry practice in providing hairdressing services in response to clients' requirements.
Qualification
Hairdressing
Title Award Awarding Body
Customer Service (5N0972) QQI
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794) QQI
Creative Styling (5N3349) QQI
Hairdressing Theory & Practice (5N3345) QQI
Hairdressing Science (5N3346) QQI
Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Working in the Hair Industry L2 (3002-201) City & Guilds
Follow Health & Safety Practice in the Salon L2 (3002-202) City & Guilds
Colour & Lighten Hair L2 (3002-207) City & Guilds
Promote Products & Services to Clients in a Salon (3002-205) City & Guilds
Shampoo & Condition the Hair & Scalp (3002-204) City & Guilds
Client Consultation for Hair Services L2 (3002-203) City & Guilds
Plaiting & Twisting Hair (L1) (3002-105) City & Guilds
Cut Men's Hair L2 (3002-210) City & Guilds
Styling Men's Hair (3002-104) City & Guilds
Cut Women's Hair (L2) (3002-206) City & Guilds
The Art of Dressing Hair (L2) (3002-209) City & Guilds
Barbering Techniques (5N3348) QQI
Recruitment Section
Phone: 096 24017
Email: trainingcentreballina@msletb.ie