Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) Courses
Hairdressing and Cosmetic Studies (DHXXX Level 5)

Level 5 DHXXX
This course is designed for learners who wish to pursue careers in Hairdressing and Cosmetics. It has both practical and theoretical elements.

Notes: Learners may submit a maximum of two components from Level 4 and a maximum of one component from Level 6. Components from Level 4 will have a value of 0.5 while those from Level 6 will have a value of 1 unless otherwise specified.

Hairdressing Theory and Practice Level 5
Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• have good personal presentation habits
• develop safe and hygienic work practices
• establish and maintain good personal relationships with clients and colleagues
• become proficient at basic hairdressing skills
• acquire a basic knowledge of hair style and design
• understand the organisation and working of hairdressing salons
• assist the professional stylist

Hairdressing Science Level 5
Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• have a working knowledge of the human body in relation to hairdressing
• understand diseases and disorders of the human skin, head and scalp
• understand the scientific principles associated with various hairdressing processes
• have a knowledge of hairdressing preparations
• understand the scientific principles underlying the functioning of the salon
• be aware of common hazards in the workplace
• develop safe and hygienic work practices

Communications Level 5
Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• develop an awareness of the essential role played by communication in human interaction
• acquire communication skills relevant to vocational and personal development
• understand the communicative principles and practices involved in gathering and relaying information
• acquire the skills and confidence to convey and interpret meaning, in writing, orally and visually
• develop a critical awareness of communications messages and media
• explore the use of modern communication and information technology, and its application in personal and vocational life

Work Experience Level 5
Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• develop critical awareness of the changing nature of work
• set achievable goals for work experience
• utilise learning opportunities presented in the work environment
• apply work skills to consolidate learning in the vocational area
• understand how work is planned and organised at different levels in a specific vocational area
• appreciate the importance of safety and welfare in the workplace
• develop capabilities, both personal and vocational, to successfully meet challenges in the workplace
• review career choices in the light of their own aspirations, experience, abilities and available options
• explore future employment opportunities (including opportunities for self employment, contract work, work in the social economy, etc)

Reception Level 5
Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• appreciate the professional skills required by a receptionist to operate in a front line position
• appreciate the importance of the layout and maintenance of a reception area
• understand and implement the procedures involved in the operation of an efficient front office area
• understand the different systems and equipment in operation within a reception area
• demonstrate a professional attitude to colleagues and clients
• appreciate the importance of confidentiality in all business communication and transactions

Anatomy and Physiology Level 5
Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• acquire knowledge of the structure and function of the human body
• recognise the human body as an entity
• understand the interrelationship between the systems of the body

Customer Service Level 5
Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• understand the role of customer service in organisational effectiveness
• understand the role and responsibilities of a representative of an organisation and work effectively as part of a team
• acquire a range of verbal and non- verbal skills in order to meet customer needs, handle customer complaints and deliver good customer care
• become familiar with consumer protection legislation
• appreciate the rights of all customers regardless of gender, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race or culture

Safety and Health at Work Level 5
Learners who successfully complete this module will:

• understand the concepts of safety and health
• recognise the factors that influence health, safety and welfare
• apply the principles and procedures of health and safety to the workplace
• understand the importance of hazard identification and risk assessment
• promote safe working practices and procedures
• be familiar with core legislation in the area of safety, health and welfare