Hairdressing - Apprenticeship
The Hairdressing Apprenticeship is a practical route into a career in hairdressing where you will earn while you learn.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
3 years minimum.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
- QQI Level 4 Major Award, or recognized equivalent e.g. Leaving Certificate, or two years full-time experience working within a salon.
- CEFRL B2+ level of English (where English is not a first language).
Non-Standard Entry
In a case where an applicant does not meet the educational requirements specified above, they must satisfactorily complete an informative panel interview facilitated by the Program Manager.
Advanced Entry
- Applicants with the following can apply for Advanced Entry to Stage 2 of the Programme:
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in Hairdressing (5M3351)
- 2 Years Full Time experience working within a Hairdressing Salon
Careers / Further progression
Progression
- Qualified Hair Stylists have diverse career opportunities available to them. Many work in a salon as a senior stylist, Senior Colour Technician, Style Director, Salon Manager or Salon Owner.
- The Advanced Certificate in Hairdressing is also a gateway to third-level education through which candidates may wish to acquire a management or business degree, as well as other specialist areas.
Further information
Apply online at: www.wcfe.ie
Apprentices work four days a week with their employer and one day a week in college. Apprentices will be supported in the workplace by an approved mentor and in the classroom by their teacher.
Students will be required to purchase a uniform and textbooks. For more information visit www.wcfe.ie
Application Information
Applications for participation in the Apprenticeship program must be made by the salon directly to National Hairdressing Apprenticeship (NHA) at www.hairdressingapprenticeship.ie The Apprentice cannot apply through WCFE, all applications come from salons through the NHA.
The Hairdressing Apprenticeship is a practical route into a career in hairdressing where you will earn while you learn. Apprentices work four days a week with their employer and one day a week in college. Apprentices will be supported in the workplace by an approved mentor and in the classroom by their teacher. Apprentices will graduate after three years as a fully qualified Hairdresser with a QQI Level 6 award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
Stage 1
Induction
Health and Safety
Client Consultation
Shampooing, Conditioning and Treatments
Styling and Finishing 1
Salon Reception and ICT Skills
Colour 1
Cutting 1
Stage 2
Customer Service and Retail
Styling and Finishing 2
Colour 2
Cutting 2
Team – Leadership
Career in Action
Stage 3
Perming and Neutralising Hair
Cutting 3
Colour 3
Styling and Finishing 3
Capstone Module
Certification
Advanced Certificate in Hairdressing, QQI Level 6 Major Award on the National Framework of Qualifications. This Certificate is not only recognized nationally but also has international currency
Waterford College of Further Education,
Parnell Street, Waterford, X91 VKT9.
Tel: (051) 874053
Fax: (051) 870136
Web: www.wcfe.ie
Email: wcfeinfo@wwetb.ie