Barbering

QQI Level 5

Course Code

Major Award Code

5M3351

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About This Course

Subjects within the course are tailored for the barbering industry and include barbering techniques, cutting, beard shaping, fades, styling and finishing of men’s hair, colouring and perming men’s hair. There are also related theory subjects.

Students will have an opportunity to work on male clients throughout the barbering course. Work placement is an integral part of the course and often leads to employment on successful completion of the course.

Modules

Course Content

City and Guilds Barbering
QQI Barbering Techniques
Work Experience
Safety and Health at Work

Progression

Entry Requirements

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

Course Fees

At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone’s reach. That’s why our courses continue to be offered at a simple, affordable fee of just €200.

To support student access to facilities and a wide range of campus services, an additional €50 student services charge applies, bringing the total amount payable by students to €250. This contribution helps ensure students can benefit from essential supports and resources throughout their time at the Institute.
Overall, we’re proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that remains significantly lower than that of many other colleges.

Do you have a Medical Card?

A valid medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, where applicable, reducing the total amount payable to €200.

Gabriele Ciskauskaite

Hairdressing

"I chose to study Hairdressing at Cavan Institute because I always wanted to be a hairdresser. It's amazing to have a qualification not just to be a hairdresser in this country but also in other countries. The teachers and students are amazing. They will give you everything." Gabriele Ciskauskaite - Cavan.