Description
RPL allows learning that has taken place in all areas of life to be formally validated. In other words, previous life experiences can lead to a formal qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) RPL gives value to all previous relevant learning no matter where or how this learning has occurred. This process offers hairdressers working within the industry the opportunity to achieve their QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Hairdressing.
Content for Participants
RPL Assessment Briefs, which the applicants will be required to complete are as follows:
- Health & Safety
- Business Strategy
- Career Path Reflection
Skills Demonstration:
- Highlights and Up-Styling
- Colour Change, Cut and Blow-dry
- Perming and Neutralizing
Description Briefs X 3 (one to accompany each practical Skills Demonstration)
Certification
QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Hairdressing
Minimum Entry Requirements
All RPL applicants must satisfy minimum entry requirements to participate in the RPL process for certification of the Major Award. These are:
Be currently employed or self-employed within the hairdressing industry for a minimum of five years at senior stylist level (in industry terms, 5 years post qualification experience)
OR
If not currently employed or self-employed within the hairdressing industry, the applicant must have been working in industry, at senior stylist level, within the previous five years. In other words, the applicant cannot be out of the industry for more than five years.
All applicants participating in this RPL process for whom English is not their first language, must demonstrate achievement at CEFRB2 language level in accordance with Limerick Clare Education and Training Board's policy.
Bridging Courses (where required)
There may be a need for two bridging courses for RPL applicants. Although not compulsory, it is highly recommended that all applicants attend both. These courses are non-accredited and designed to support RPL applicants to achieve their full neutralizing potential.
The Bridging courses identified are:
- Information Technology Skills for Hairdressers
- Moodle
- File Management
- Word Processing
- Spreadsheets
- Digital Marketing
- Internet and Email
2. Perming and Neutralizing Skills
- Theory of Perming and Neutralizing
- Practical Perming and Neutralizing Skills
N.B. Due to ongoing developments in QQI awards, names and content are subject to change.
Please Apply Here