How is LCA Hair and Beauty assessed?

Students complete Key Assignments and attendance requirements for four modules (module credits on the one-credit-per-module model used for final-examination courses). The vocational specialism final examination is worth 12 credits and typically combines a practical performance test (about 40%) with a written examination (about 60%) at common level, assessed by the SEC.

What are the four modules?

Module 1 Salon and Customer Care; Module 2 Haircare; Module 3 Beautycare; Module 4 Bodycare. All four modules must be completed. Salon and Customer Care is recommended as a foundation first or integrated with the others.

Is this the same as a professional hairdressing or beauty qualification?

No. The NCCA descriptor states that the skill level is basic and should not be confused with that required of an apprentice or junior working in a hairdressing salon. It is an introduction within the LCA programme.

How many final-examination credits does Hair and Beauty carry?

Each vocational specialism final examination contributes 12 credits within the LCA Programme Statement. Module completion on final-examination courses is credited at one credit per module (four modules).

What topics are in Salon and Customer Care?

The hair and beauty professional, reception skills, communication, health and hygiene, safety, and salon design — covering hygiene routines, first aid, hazards, fire procedures, client greeting, appointments and payments.

How does LCA overall grading work?

Students accumulate up to 200 credits from modules, seven Student Tasks and final examinations. Pass is 120–139 credits, Merit 140–169, Distinction 170–200. Below 120 credits may lead to a Record of Experience rather than the full award.

Are these official State Examinations Commission questions?

No. These are original OpenExamPrep single-best-answer concept questions. You still need to complete authentic Key Assignments, practise practical skills safely and use official SEC past papers where available for the practical and written examinations.

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Key Facts: LCA Hair and Beauty Exam

4 modules

Hair and Beauty has four modules: Salon and Customer Care, Haircare, Beautycare and Bodycare

NCCA LCA Hair and Beauty module descriptor (curriculumonline.ie)

All 4 required

All four modules must be completed for the specialism

NCCA LCA Hair and Beauty module descriptor

12 credits

Vocational specialism final examination contributes 12 credits

LCA Programme Statement (curriculumonline.ie)

40% + 60%

Typical final exam split: practical performance about 40% and written examination about 60%

SEC/LCA vocational specialism assessment arrangements (common published weighting for Hair and Beauty)

Foundation first

Salon and Customer Care is the recommended foundation module for Haircare, Beautycare and Bodycare

NCCA LCA Hair and Beauty module descriptor

200 credits

Maximum LCA credits overall; Pass 120–139, Merit 140–169, Distinction 170–200

LCA Programme Statement / Citizens Information

Basic level

Module skill level is basic/introductory, not apprenticeship salon junior standard

NCCA LCA Hair and Beauty module descriptor (Haircare purpose statement)

Common level

Hair and Beauty final examinations are at common level (no Higher/Ordinary split)

SEC LCA examination practice / Programme Statement

LCA Hair and Beauty is a four-module vocational specialism covering salon and customer care, haircare, beautycare and bodycare. Official final assessment is practical plus written (12 credits) at common level, with Key Assignments for module credits. This bank provides free original concept MCQs for revision.

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1How many modules must be completed in the LCA Hair and Beauty vocational specialism?

A.Two modules only

B.Three modules

C.All four modules

D.Any one elective module

Explanation: The NCCA Hair and Beauty descriptor states that all four modules must be completed: Salon and Customer Care, Haircare, Beautycare and Bodycare.

2Which module is recommended as a foundation for Haircare, Beautycare and Bodycare?

A.Bodycare

B.Salon and Customer Care

C.Beautycare only

D.Mathematical Applications

Explanation: Salon and Customer Care serves as a foundation for the other three modules and should be completed first or integrated with them.

3What are the four official LCA Hair and Beauty modules?

A.Cut, Colour, Perm and Blow-dry

B.Salon and Customer Care, Haircare, Beautycare and Bodycare

C.Reception, Sales, Marketing and Accounts only

D.English, Irish, Maths and Science

Explanation: The official modules are Module 1 Salon and Customer Care, Module 2 Haircare, Module 3 Beautycare and Module 4 Bodycare.

4How many final-examination credits does an LCA vocational specialism such as Hair and Beauty typically contribute?

A.4 credits

B.6 credits

C.12 credits

D.70 credits

Explanation: Under the LCA Programme Statement, each vocational specialism final examination contributes 12 credits.

5At what level is the LCA Hair and Beauty final examination assessed?

A.Higher level only

B.Ordinary level only

C.Common level

D.Foundation level only

Explanation: LCA Hair and Beauty is assessed at common level; there is no Higher/Ordinary split for this specialism.

6What is a main purpose of LCA Hair and Beauty according to the NCCA rationale?

A.To replace a full hairdressing apprenticeship

B.To introduce haircare, beautycare, bodycare, customer care and salon care skills

C.To award a professional barber licence

D.To teach only advanced colour chemistry

Explanation: The specialism facilitates personal development and introduces knowledge and practical skills of haircare, beautycare, bodycare, customer care and salon care.

7Which Unit in Salon and Customer Care focuses on greeting clients, answering queries and dealing with complaints?

A.Salon Design

B.Communication

C.Hair Analysis

D.Sun Care

Explanation: Module 1 Unit 3 Communication covers greeting clients, answering queries, complaints, listening skills, teamwork and confidentiality.

8What is one duty of a salon receptionist under Module 1 Reception Skills?

A.Performing surgical procedures

B.Entering appointments in an appointment book

C.Issuing driving licences

D.Writing the school timetable

Explanation: Learning outcomes include entering appointments for basic hair and beauty services in an appointment book.

9Why is hygiene important in a hair or beauty salon?

A.It only affects product sales displays

B.It helps prevent the spread of infection and protects clients and staff

C.It is only needed for colouring services

D.It replaces the need for first-aid knowledge

Explanation: Module 1 Health & Hygiene requires students to describe how infection can spread and to follow basic hygiene routines to protect everyone in the salon.

10What should staff do if there is a fire emergency in a salon?

A.Ignore alarms and finish the client first

B.Follow the fire evacuation procedure and use appropriate fire-fighting equipment knowledge

C.Lock clients in treatment rooms

D.Only call a taxi company

Explanation: Safety learning outcomes include identifying fire prevention/equipment and describing a fire evacuation procedure for a salon.

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