Hair and Barbering

The programme covers a range of hairdressing duties and includes the following components:

1. Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing

The mandatory units are:

•  CH8 - Creatively Style and Dress Hair
•  CH9 -Creatively Cut hair using a combination of techniques
•  CH10 - Creatively Colour and Lighten hair
•  CHB14 - Provide Client Consultation services
• Optional Unit

•  CH13 - Creatively provide a variety of permed effects
• Other optional units may be chosen on an individual basis:

2. Functional Skills in Maths and English (Level 2)

3. Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

4. Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)

Use of a computer from home or the workplace is essential.

Successful completion of Level 2 in Hairdressing or relevant industry experience, five GCSEs grade A* - C/4 including English and Maths, or a level 2 functional skill qualification in English or Maths.

 Learners must be currently working in a hairdressing salon. An interview will be required. Registration with the awarding body (City & Guilds) is required and will take place within the first month.

Certification is achieved through continuous assessment of practical, oral, written assessment and online tests throughout the course. A portfolio of evidence will also be produced during the course. Candidates will need to provide own models for practice and assessment.

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