Hairdressing
The course provides a learning environment for both theory and practical skills in a modern fully equipped college hairdressing salon and offers the learner the practical and theoretical skills necessary for employment in the hairdressing and beauty sector.
| 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 |
Duration
1 year. The course starts in September and ends in late May.
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 the 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 initiative.
Careers / Further progression
Employability Statement
On completion of this Programme, learners may pursue a variety of roles within the service sector/industry, employment options are wide and varied, and may include working in hospitality, security, tourism, beauty/personal care service, recreation or retail.
Further information
Yes
This is a one year full time Hair and Beauty course leading to a QQI Level 5 award.
The course provides a learning environment for both theory and practical skills in a modern fully equipped college hairdressing salon and offers the learner the practical and theoretical skills necessary for employment in the hairdressing and beauty sector.
On achieving the full award learners may gain employment in hairdressing salons, beauty salons and can practice privately.
This award will provide learners with opportunities to transfer and progress to programmes leading to higher education and training awards. The learner may be eligible to apply to progress to the next or higher levels of the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ).
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the key skills, knowledge and competencies to work independently and under supervision in a hairdressing environment and/or to progress to further or higher education or training.
Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Safety & Health at Work (5N1794) QQI
Communications (5N0690) QQI
Skin Care, Eye Treatments & Make-Up (5N3466) QQI
Hairdressing Theory & Practice (5N3345) QQI
Hairdressing Science (5N3346) QQI
Cosmetic Studies (5N5307)
5M3351 - Hairdressing
Award:
QQI Level 5 award in Hairdressing.
Contact
Clodagh O'Gorman
01-4574144
clodaghogorman@ddletb.ie