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Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Diploma/NVQ - City & Guilds

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

This qualification is for students who have successfully completed a level 3 (VRQ) qualification, or the level 2 NVQ/Diploma as an apprentice. This qualification will also be appropriate for a stylist working within the industry whom may wish to progress and develop their skills and knowledge within hairdressing to an advanced level.

Within their study time there are many exciting enrichment opportunities to take part in,  such as a visit to Salon International in London, a trip to Europe or even America to the Wella Studios, photographic shoots, supporting fashion shows and much, much more!

Progression 

This qualification will enhance career prospects and can be used as an entry route onto higher level qualifications, such as the the A1 Assessors qualification or to progress to a supervisory, managment role within a hairdressing salon.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this programme you will need one of the following:

  • an NVQ level 2/technical certificate in hairdressing
  • VRQ Level 3 in Women's Hairdressing
  • successful completion of an apprenticeship programme.

Experience within the industry, but most importantly a desire to progress and develop within the hairdressing industry.

Duration 

One year

Business Benefits 

Many of our students become self employed within a salon, and or become salon owners or managers.

Run On Demand? 

Yes

Roll On Roll Off? 

Yes

Are there any exams? 

Direct observation of performance, assignment and project set tasks and online external exams.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

This course provides the knowledge, understanding and skills for people wishing to advance their professional skills within the hairdressing industry. The course consists of four mandatory units:
Unit G22 - monitor proceedures to safely control work operations
Unit G18 - promote additional products to services to clients
Unit G21 - provide hairdressing consultation services

You will also need to complete five optional units from a choice of 15 units.

For example:

GH21 - creative Hairdressing, incorporating two themes - a fantasy look and an avant garde look. This may incorporate additional hair, ornamentation and accessories.

H32 - promotional activities - students organise a hair show every year. This involves finance, organisation of roles and responsibilities and evaluating the activity. Additionally, there are opportunities to work with outside agencies.

 

When can I study? 

Mondays, 9.30am - 5.00pm, attendance can be negotiated
Course Facts
This course is run on a roll on roll off/run on demand basis, enrolments available throughout the year. . Please contact us for further information on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.
Other Information

Unique Selling Point 

Start dates negotiable, contact Faculty for information.

Click here to request an application form be sent to you through the post or download a printable copy.

Case Studies

Samantha Higginson

Samantha Higginson

The course is really good - very informative and interesting. The lecturers give you a lot of independence, but you know that they are there for support.

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