Salon Management with ITEC Education & Training
Is this course for you?
Would you like the challenge of a career in management?
Do you enjoy working with people in a dynamic environment?
Are you confident, have a positive attitude and good communication skills?
Have you been working in the Hair or Beauty industry and want to take the next step in your career to Counter Manager, Front of House Manager, Store Manager or Area Manager?
Or can you see yourself running your own business?
With a thriving service economy, there are many opportunities in management in the Hair & Beauty industry for those with the right skill set.
| Award Name | Diploma at UK Level 4 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | International Therapy Examination Council |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma at UK Level 4 | International Therapy Examination Council |
Duration
1 year full-time. 3 Days College Based and 2 Days Work Practice.
Entry Requirements
• You must have achieved a recognised ITEC qualification in Hair or Beauty or hold relevant industry experience.
• Mature applicants (aged 21 and over) and other applicants without the formal entry requirements will be assessed individually for suitability.
Careers / Further progression
Job Opportunities
As a graduate of this course, you can pursue careers at management level in a range of areas including:
• Beauty Salons
• Hair Salons
• Spa Resorts
• Cruise Ships
• Brand Ambassadors
• Brand Managers
Further information
Classes will commence in mid-September 2024.
Course Registration takes place in late August.
You will be invited to the College to attend an induction session prior to class commencement.
Non-EU Citizens
If you are a non-EU National, then you should be in compliance with Irish Visa requirements in advance of applying to BFEI.
Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. It is advisable to apply early as many courses fill up quickly. Other costs (books, kits, optional training etc) vary depending on the course you choose. Specific details regarding costs will be confirmed prior to course commencement
At BFEI, we make every effort to keep charges to a minimum. Information on financial support and eligibility for funding is available from www.studentfinance.ie.
Funding
PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme
The Department of Education and Skills (DES) provides a means-tested maintenance grant scheme for those attending full-time further education courses. Applications are made on-line to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) at www.susi.ie.
BTEA (Back to Education Allowance)
If you are in receipt of certain social welfare payments, ten under the BTEA you may be able to keep your payments while doing a full-time course at BFEI.
See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details or ask at the local Department of Social Protection Office.
VTOS (Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme)
If you are unemployed and over 21, then under VTOS, you will be able to do a full-time course at BFEI and retain your social welfare entitlements. VTOS applies to all courses on offer in the Institute, however, early application is advisable as there are a limited number of places which are allocated on a first-come basis. See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details on eligibility or ask at the local Department of Social Protection Office. VTOS Application Forms are available from the Institute - see www.bfei.ie
Other Funding Sources
Local Partnerships including Southside, Bray, Northside, and Wicklow Working Together may be able to help you out with some funding if you are experiencing financial difficulties. Ask at your Local Partnership Office.
For September 2024 Intake BFEI is open for applications from Wednesday January 10th 2024. All applications must be made via our website (www.bfei.ie). - View Application Weblink above.
Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. (non-refundable)
This course is designed to build strong management skills including managing clients, scheduling and managing staff and salon marketing which are critical in starting or running a business. You will learn through engagement with real scenarios in live ‘pop-up’ salons which simulate the day to day work of a salon manager. You will be able to take advantage of promotion opportunities in this field.
What will I study?
• Management of Health, Safety & Security in the Salon
• Quality Management of Client Care in the Hair & Beauty Sector
• Sales Management in the Hair & Beauty Sector
• Public Relations (PR) in the Hair & Beauty Sector
• Salon Management
• IT & Data Handling in the Hair & Beauty Sector
• Marketing in the Hair & Beauty Sector
• Education & Training
Will I do anything additional on the course?
• You will get the chance to apply skills learned on the course in live ‘pop-up’ salons.
• You will get the opportunity to gain additional ITEC qualifications in a range of areas such as Skincare, Microdermabrasion, Waxing, and Body Treatments.
• Career advice and help with CV preparation is provided by the Guidance and Career Service.
• Assessment is based on a combination of assignments and exams.
• Please be advised that students doing ITEC certified courses are required to maintain a satisfactory level of attendance and complete Consultation, Disclaimer forms and other documentation as necessary - please see www.itecworld.co.uk for further information on requirements.
What qualifications will I get when I finish the course?
• You will be awarded an ITEC Diploma in Salon Management (equivalent of Level 6 on the Irish Framework of Qualifications).
• An ITEC Award in Education & Training.
Blackrock Further Education Institute BFEI
Main Street
Blackrock
Co Dublin
Tel: 01 288 9717
email: office@bfei.ie
Web: www.bfei.ie