Hairdressing

Course Code: CI061HA (Year 1) and CI062HA (Year 2)
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 5 Certificate in Hairdressing
City & Guilds VRQ (3002) Level 2 Diploma in Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing
Department of Education and Skills Junior Trades Certificate
QQI Code: 5M3351
Course Duration: 2 Years

Course Kits and Uniform Information

Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or FETAC/QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.

Course Description
This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in Hairdressing. Students will study and practise all aspects of women's and men's hairdressing tailored to meet the needs of the hairdressing industry.

Course Content

YEAR 1
Hairdressing Theory and Practice

• Consulting and Diagnosing Hair and Scalp Conditions
• Shampooing and Conditioning
• Blow-drying and Setting
• Cutting Women's Hair
• Colouring
• Perming and Neutralising

Hair Science

• Skin, Hair and Head Diseases, Hygiene and Safety
• Hairdressing Processes
• Salon Environment 

Barbering Techniques

• Client Care for Men
• Men's Cutting Techniques
• Facial Hair Cutting

Work Experience

Communications

Safety and Health at Work

Retail Selling

YEAR 2
Hairdressing Theory and Practice

• Reception Duties
• Promotion of Products and Services
• Consulting and Diagnosing Hair and Scalp Conditions
• Shampooing and Conditioning
• Blow-drying, Setting and Hair Up Styling
• Cutting Women's and Men's Hair
• Colouring to include Foil Mèche and Wraps
• Theme-based Photo Shoot

Creative Styling

• Creative Hair-Up Styling
• Wig and Hairpiece Styling
• Hair Extensions including Bonding,Clip & Weft techniques

Career Opportunities

Students who successfully complete this course will have the necessary skills to pursue a career as a hair stylist, barber, or sales representative for hairdressing products. Other opportunities for graduates also includes employment in the media, and on cruise liners and airlines.

Students on this course must purchase uniform and professional work kits as instructed by Cavan Institute.

All examination and kit fees are payable on course commencement.  

Progression Opportunities

Graduates of this course may progress to study for a City and Guilds (3002) Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing and/or the Department of Education Senior Trades qualification, both available at Cavan Institute through the Advanced International Diploma in Hairdressing course.

Additional Requirements

Prior industrial experience will be taken into consideration. Entry to Year 2 is dependent upon successful completion to pass grade of FETAC Hairdressing Theory and Practice 5N3345 and one other minor programme from Hairdressing Year 1 course.