This course is ideal if you who are interested in a career in the hairdressing industry. It allows you to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in this field. Progression from this course can lead you to a Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing or to an Advanced Apprenticeship studying a Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing. Course content is highly practical and covers a broad range of basic hairdressing skills.

Student styling hair
  • What you will study

    You wlll study:

    • Health and safety in the workplace
    • Working in the hairdressing industry
    • Shampooing and conditioning hair
    • Cutting women’s hair
    • Cutting Mens Hair
    • Colouring and lightening techniques
    • Perming
    • Client consultation
    • Displaying products to promote sales
    • Salon reception duties
    • English and maths if you have not gained your GCSE grade 4
  • Entry Requirements

    4 GCSEs at grades 9-3 (A*-D) (English and maths desirable) or a Level 1 qualification. Final selection is by interview and internal tests.

  • Assessment

    You will be assessed through a range of practical assessment techniques, observations, assignments and online examinations

  • Moving Forward

    Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing or Level 3 Diploma in Hair & Media Make-up

  • Cost and Loans

    You will be expected to purchase your own course materials, beauty therapy/hairdressing kit, uniform and text books

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