Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector

27000W0 | Parson's Walk Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 02/09/2024
Time/Day | FULL TIME

Is this course for me?

This is the perfect course if you are unsure of whether to specialise in hairdressing or beauty therapy. This will provide you with the foundations to progress onto level 1 hair and beauty.
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What will I study?

An introduction to the basics of both hairdressing and beauty therapy. As well as functional skills for both English and Maths

How long is the course?

Full time for one academic year.

How will I be assessed?

Continual assessment in both practical and theory.

What qualifications do I need?

No formal entry requirements.

What can I progress onto?

Progression onto Level 1 Hairdressing or Level 1 Beauty Therapy.

Other Information

Both Image Centres have state of the art facilities offering a realistic working environment.

You will need to purchase a kit and Image Centre uniform. Kits and Uniforms must be brought/worn to ensure admission to the salons for health and safety purposes.

You will also have the opportunity to participate in trips, shows and competitions.

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
£181.00 Yes No

Exam Fee

£81.00
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Hairdressers and Barbers

Hairdressers and barbers shampoo, cut, colour, style and treat hair.

Requirements: Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

Opportunities

7.7%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£8,621
Entry
£15,569
Median
£27,360
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Demonstrates, sells and recommends hair care products to clients and advises them on hair care.
  • Ensures hair products are stored and used appropriately and observes relevant health and safety factors.
  • Maintains client records and keeps up-to-date with new products, styles and techniques.
  • Collects payment, arranges appointments and cleans and tidies salon.
  • Shaves and trims beards and moustaches.
  • Combs, brushes, blow-dries or sets wet hair in rollers to style or straighten.
  • Cuts and trims hair using scissors, clippers, razor and comb.
  • Washes, conditions, bleaches, tints or dyes hair and provides any necessary basic scalp treatments.
  • Discusses customer requirements, analyses hair condition and other relevant features to define and advise on hair style.

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service Chemistry English Language

Skills

Speaking Active Listening Active Learning Learning Strategies Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension
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