Hairdressing
The course includes practical and theory modules and gives learners a chance to experience the day-to-day procedures related to working in a hairdressing salon through Open Salon days in college.
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 2 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | City and Guilds |
| NFQ Level | |
| Award Name | Senior Trade Certificate |
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Department of Education and Skills |
| 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 2 | City and Guilds | ||
| Senior Trade Certificate | Department of Education and Skills | ||
| Junior Trade Certificate | Department of Education and Skills | ||
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with five O6 grades (or five passes pre 2017) or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses.
Some courses have subject specific requirements and these will be noted on relevant course pages.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.
Careers / Further progression
Career Prospects
Hairdressing graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Hair Stylist
Colour Technician
Sales Representative (Selling hair products and services)
Salon Owner
Mobile Hair Stylist Business
Cruise Ship, travel the world
Session Stylist for TV/Music
Hairdressing Tutor
Special Purpose Award Progression
There are many Special Purpose Award options available from this course, including:
Centre Course Area Level
CMETB (or other registered providers) City & Guilds Hairdressing 3
CMETB (or other registered providers) City & Guilds Tricology 4
Employment Progression
Graduates progressed to work for the following companies:
Brushed, Monaghan
Rushes, Monaghan
Pixies, Castleblayney
Inspire by Caroline, Monaghan.
Further information
Year 1 - QQI Exam Fee € 50.00
Year 1 - Administration Fee € 50.00
Year 1 - Capitation Fee €100.00
Year 2 - Administration Fee € 50.00
Year 2 - Capitation Fee €150.00
Good News Regarding Your Course Fees
In August 2022, Monaghan Institute and CMETB announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses. This means that your course fees have been reduced to a maximum of €200. If you have a Medical Card/Social Welfare Payment, the fee will be €150. This fee includes all course materials, exam fees, toolkits, and uniforms.
Additional courses:
City & Guilds, and Junior/Senior Trades fees of €295 per year are also fully funded by Monaghan Institute and CMETB.
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for PLC maintenance grants, which are means tested. For further details, visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online or downloaded.
You can apply online now. Applications close in October each year and reopen for the next academic year in January.
Monaghan Institute operates a policy of selection and admission of learners that is, at all stages and in all ways, equitable, transparent and accountable and respects the rights and dignity of applicants. The process for gaining access to full time courses at Monaghan Institute consists of several sequential stages:
Application
Interview (where applicable)
Selection and notification
Registration
Induction (where applicable)
Garda Vetting (where applicable)
Monaghan Institute operates under the CMETB FET Admissions Policy, which is available on our Policies page.
Is this course right for you?
Through a combination of practical observation and assessment, you will study and practice all areas of hairdressing including: consulting, hair and scalp analysis, blow-drying and setting, cutting and chemical services. There will be an emphasis on practical work experience in approved hairdressing salons, where learners will have contact with clients and potential employers. You will be required to purchase a uniform and professional work kit.
What will you study?
Areas of study – Year 1:
Hairdressing Science
Hairdressing Theory & Practice
Customer Service/Communications
Retail Selling
Word Processing
Safety and Health at Work
Work Experience
Additional
Creative Styling, Barbering Techniques
Areas of study – Year 2:
Salon Reception Duties & Sales
Client Consultation
Cutting, Blow-drying, Setting and Dressing Hair
Shampooing and Conditioning
Colour and lighten hair
Promotion of Stock & Services
Creating an image based on a theme within the Hairdressing and Beauty Sector
Cut & styling Men’s Hair
You will be assessed on the basis of:
• Assignments
• Practical Skills Tests
• Examinations
5M3351 - Hairdressing
Qualifications Obtained
Year 1: QQI L5 Hairdressing 5M3351
State Examinations Commission
Junior Trades
Year 2: City & Guilds Womens & Mens Hairdressing Level 2
State Examinations Commission
Senior Trades
For more information on this course, please contact Clodagh McKenna.
E-mail: clodaghmckenna@monaghaninstitute.ie
Monaghan Institute Education Campus,
Armagh Road,
Monaghan
Tel. 047-84900
E-mail: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Visit our Website on www.monaghaninstitute.ie