HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY THERAPY YEAR 1

This two year course combines hairdressing, beauty therapy and make-up. Students who successfully complete this course will enter into the exciting and rewarding career of Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy.

Course Content Includes:

Hairdressing

Shampooing, Conditioning
Blow Drying, Setting
Basic Cutting and Styling
Colour Application, Perming
Hairdressing Science

Beauty & Make-up

Skin Analysis & Facial Treatments
Eyebrow Shaping
Eyelash & Eyebrow Tinting
Facial Massage, Facial Masks
Beautician Studies
Manicure & Pedicurev Depilation Treatments (Hot & Cold)

Health, Safety & Hygiene
Communications
Information Technology Skills
Anatomy and Physiology
Customer Care

INFORMATION

Course Features

  • Fully equipped hairdressing studios and beauty treatment rooms
  • Work experience in a variety of hair and beauty salons
  • Educational trips and guest speakers
  • Professionals from the industry are invited to the college to deliver short courses in specific areas.

Career and Employment Opportunities
Direct employment working in the hair and beauty industry as a Hairdresser and/or Beauty Therapist in:

  • Health Farms and Spas
  • Exercise and fitness centres
  • Cosmetic sales
  • On cruise liners
  • As mobile hairdresser or beauty therapist
  • Make-up or hairdressing in the theatre and film industry
Progression to year two of Advanced Hairdressing and Make-up Techniques in this college Graduates may apply for a place in third level colleges

Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate level or equivalent.
Applicants may be accepted without the formal academic qualification.
Interview

Certification
FETAC Level 5
City and Guilds
ITEC



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