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Hair and Beauty Management (Yr 1 of 2) (Level 5 Extended Diploma)

OCNNI
Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

Course Overview

The OCN NI Level 5 Extended Diploma in Hair and Beauty Management is offered as a two-year programme part time to salon owners and those self-employed who wish to further their Hair, Beauty or Barbering management skills. Successful completion of this course will enable the learner to progress to associated Level 6 qualifications. This qualification develops managerial skills applied to the hair and beauty sector. Providing a specialist work related programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the hair and beauty management sector and offers particular specialist emphasis through of specialist units. *Some units will be delivered via blended learning
  • Start Date
    8 Sept 2025
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    33 Weeks
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Important Message

Fees must be paid at the time of enrolment, or arrangements should be put in place to pay by instalments. The full fee includes tuition, registration and examination fees (where relevant). Depending on your circumstances you may be entitled to a reduced (concessionary) fee. Reduced fees are applied to the cost of tuition only. Failure to enrol before the Awarding Body deadline may result in you incurring a late fee.

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  • Course: OCN NI Level 5 Extended Diploma in Hair and Beauty Management (Yr 1 of 2) Ref D131
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 08/09/2025
    (Mon:9:00AM-9:00PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £500.00
    Concession £200.00
    Examination £160.00
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You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road

Course Modules

  • CBE680 Salon Management
  • CBE681 Developing a Business Plan for a Hair and Beauty Business Start-up
  • CBE682 Preparing to Start a Business within the Hair and Beauty Industry
  • CBE683 Salon Promotion using Digital Marketing
  • CBE684 Research Project for the Hair and Beauty Industry
  • CBE685 Business Strategy Development for Hair and Beauty Businesses
  • CBE686 Human Resource Management within the Hair and Beauty Industry
  • CBE687 Marketing in the Hair and Beauty Industry
  • CBE688 Personal and Professional Development
  • CBE690 Human Anatomy and Physiology for Beauty and Complementary Therapists
  • CBE693 Traditional Head Massage
  • CBE694 Hair and Scalp Specialist Services
  • CBE700 Lifestyle Advice for Clients
  • CBE701 Stress Management Strategies for Clients in the Hair and Beauty Industry
  • CBE702 Salon and Spa Scheduling
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing OR; Level 3 Diploma in Barbering OR; Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy;PLUS at least 2 years post qualification (Level 3) industrial experience.It is expected that students choosing the Part Time Level 5 route are current practitioners in industry.

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Interview Required

Additional Information

The hair, beauty and barbering sector is one of the fastest growing industries with a vast number of employment opportunities available. This course provides progression and professional development for those already employed in the industry or those wanting to progress onto the associated Level 6 qualifications. The following subjects are typical examples of what you may study over the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Hair and Beauty Management ; however, course content is regularly reviewed to reflect changes in the industry. Salon sales and quality management, public relations and marketing, research projects, project design, implementation and evaluation, management of client care, health and safety, lifestyle and well-being, hair and scalp specialist services, employability skills and work experience Progression routes include salon management, progression to associated Level 6 qualifications , hair & beauty educator roles and specialist further higher education programmes.

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