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City & Guilds Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing (3002-30) Level 6 equivalence on the NFQ
City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing (3002-66)
Department of Education and Skills Senior Trade Certificate - DURATION: 1 Year
Description
This is a combined course, offering both an international and national accreditation. This course is designed for Junior stylists who are looking to progress their career in Hairdressing and becoming a Senior Stylist. It is also suitable for those working in the hairdressing industries who wish to obtain a recognised qualification.
- Programme of Study
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- Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
- Consultation support for colleagues on hair services
- Cut women’s hair to create a variety of looks
- Style and dress hair using a variety of Techniques
- Colour hair to create a variety of looks
- Creative Hairdressing Design Skills
- Perm hair to create a variety of looks
- Hair colour correction
Components subject to change
- Entry Requirements
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One of the following:
- NVQ Level 2 award in Hairdressing (City and Guilds or ITEC (International Therapy Examining Council))
- QQI Level 5 award in Hairdressing
- Junior Trade qualification
- If you do not hold any of the above qualifications, you must have at least 5 years salon experience and a copy of apprenticeship trade card, along with salon references.
- Leaving Certificate Applied with relevant experience
- Mature Applicants – relevant experience in the hairdressing industry will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications Places are offered following a successful interview.
Learners must source their own work placement.
- Career Opportunities
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- Senior Hair Stylist
- Cruise Ships
- Start Your Own Business
- Trichology
- Session Stylist
- Salon Receptionist
- Sales Representative
- Health Spas
- TV/Film & Theatre
- Course Co-Ordinator
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Louise O'Brien