Course Options
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Overview
This course is aimed at school leaver’s age 16 plus who have left or thinking of leaving with no clear career plans. Level 1 would be a fantastic transition from school to college and would support a young person get ready for employment within the hairdressing/barbering industry. This pre-entry qualification would equip you with the skills and confidence to apply for hairdressing vacancies or progress into full-time courses.
The course will run for 6 months.
Minimum entry requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements but an interest in the industry would be preferred.
- If English is not your first language you will be required to have ESOL Intermediate 2.
- Applicants should be 16 years old at start of course.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
- You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area.
What you study
You will study a range of units:
- Prepare for Hair Services and Maintain Work Areas.
- Contribute to the Development of Effective Working Relationships.
- Blow Dry Hair.
- Shampoo and Condition hair.
- Plait and Twist Hair using Basic Techniques.
- Assist with Reception Duties.
After the course
You can apply for full-time employment within the Modern Apprenticeships program Hairdressing/Barbering or apply for full-time courses.
Continuing Study
You would have the skills to go into the industry as a Modern Apprentice or employed. You would also have the qualifications to progress into a full-time hairdressing or barbering course.
How the course is taught
The course is taught in a live salon environment with hands-on practical tasks and also written work. You will work closely assisting higher level classes with clients. You will also carry out a work placement within a salon in industry. Support will be put in place where necessary from Student Services and Lecturers to assist you throughout the course.
Materials
A kit will be supplied to each student that will give you the tools needed to complete the course.