Hairdressing with Cosmetic Studies

Course details

Award

QQI/FETAC Level 5 Hairdressing 5M3351

Department of Education & Science - Irish Senior Trade Examinations in Hairdressing (IST) **

Holders of this Award may add credits to their Award afterwards, thus building on it to a higher level, which has worldwide recognition.

Programme Overview

This programme is designed for those who wish to obtain a national and international recognised

qualification in Hairdressing. Training is carried out in a fully-equipped salon designed to simulate an actual

salon where learners obtain hands-on practical experience. At the end of year 1 learner’s sit QQI Level

5 examinations, candidates who have completed first year successfully can further progress into second year. At the

end of year 2 learners sit Senior Trades L6 Examination. Work Experience is mandatory in both years and takes place in the Salon Industry.

Typical Modules

• Hairdressing Practical
• Hairdressing Theory
• Hairdressing Science
• Skin Care, Eye Treatments and Make-Up
• Communications
• Customer Services
• Internet & e-mail
• Interpersonal Skills
• Health & Safety
• Work Experience
• Work Experience - Learners will be required to secure work experience in a modern salon as an integral part of the programme.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.
• Holders of a QQI Level 4 Award are also eligible to apply.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic requirements.
• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview.

Employment/Progression Opportunities

• Those that successfully complete the programme are qualified to enter the industry as Improvers or Senior Improvers.
• The IST qualification, combined with four years’ relevant industrial experience, is a recognised Hairdressing teaching qualification.
• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies.