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Overview

Title: Hair

Pathway: Hair & Beauty

Available Study Options:
Apprenticeship, Full Time, Part Time Print

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What will I study?

All new learners interested in Hairdressing start on Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing. You will study theoretical aspects of the subject and apply them during practical assessments tasks. 

This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16-18 who need to achieve English and math's GCSE grades 3-9 

Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing: This qualification is a basic introduction within a commercial Hair or Barbering environment and includes a variety of basic hairdressing skills -

Core topics include:

  • Health and Safety
  • Working in Industry
  • Shampooing
  • Consultation,
  • Hair and scalp 
  • Cut women's hair 
  • Styling and dressing hair
  • Introduction to colour techniques
  • Promote product and services
  • Provide perming services
  • Display Products to promote sales 
  • Create an Image Based on a Theme

 For learners who don't meet the Level 2 entry requirements we offer an introduction via the Skills and Employability Pathway .

Level 2 Technical Certificate in Hairdressing:

 Candidates need to have already achieved 4 GCSE at Grade 4 including math's and English 

Core topics include:

  • Principles of hairdressing practice
  • Shampooing, conditioning and hair and scalp treatment
  • Styling, setting and dressing hair
  • Cutting hair using basic techniques
  • Colouring and lightening hair.

Level 2 VRQ Diploma in Beauty and Hair Combined

Entry requirement: three grade 3 GCSEs or above

Core topics include:

  • Consultation in hair services
  • Health and safety
  • Client care and communication in beauty
  • Facial treatments
  • Manicure
  • Pedicure
  • Applying make-up
  • Shampoo and condition hair and scalp
  • Create an image 
  • Promoting products and services
  • Art of dressing hair
  • Cut women's hair

Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing: This course covers a wide range of skills and knowledge required for working in the Hairdressing industry.

Core topics:

  • Creatively colouring and lightening hair
  • Hairdressing consultation services
  • Advanced cutting techniques
  • Creatively styling and dressing hair
  • Hair colouring correction services
  • Creative hair design skills.

Work Experience is an essential part of all full-time study programmes. Learners will complete a minimum 35 hours within an industry linked environment per academic year/qualification.

How will I be assessed?

Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing 

Level 2  Diploma in Beauty and Hair Combined 

Continuous assessment includes:

  • Practical observations
  • Online modular tests
  • Verbal  questioning

.Level 2 Technical Certificate in Hairdressing

ALL technical qualifications are graded (Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*) by external end point assessments (EPAs).

This includes:

  • Written theory paper
  • Practical examination.

Milestone assessment points will track learner progress in preparation for the EPA, and include written tests and assignments, spoken questioning, practical skills demonstrations and mock assessments.

For Level 3 qualifications, ALL grade levels carry UCAS points to support progression to higher education.

What will this lead to?

Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing  is aimed at learners looking to start a career in the hairdressing industry. Learners can progress onto an Apprenticeship or further their studies by undertaking a Level 2 Technical Certificate in Hairdressing followed by a Level 3 Technical qualification.

Level 2 Technical Certificate in Hairdressing is aimed at learners looking to start an early career in the hairdressing industry. Learners can progress into employment, onto an Apprenticeship or further their studies by taking qualifications at Level 3.

Level 2 VRQ Diploma in Beauty and Hair Combined is aimed at learners that are looking to start a career in the Beauty or hair and are undecided or want a bit of both. Learners can progress onto an Apprenticeship, or further their studies by taking a Level 2 technical beauty qualification in Beauty, nail, makeup or hair.

Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing aims to provide you with a range of specialist technical practical skills and knowledge which will equip you to secure employment or further training within the hairdressing and barbering   industry.

Employment can be found in the following areas:

  • Hair salons
  • Spas
  • Cruise ships
  • Holiday resort hotel salons.

Opportunities for freelance work or self-employment are unlimited for motivated individuals who want to run their own business.

Entry requirements

Entry Level Courses:


Skills for Life & Work/Preparing for Adulthood

No formal qualifications are required for this course.
These courses are specifically designed for learners with a Special Educational Need (SEND).

 

Entry Level: Skills & Employability


No formal qualifications are required for this course.

Full Time ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)


No formal qualifications are required for this course.


Full Time GCSE Re-sit Study Course

 GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in Maths and English and / or Sciences.


Full Time Level 1 Course

 No formal qualifications are required for this course.


Full Time Level 2 Course

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or Vocational Level 1 in relevant subject area.

*GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths is required for the courses below:

Accounting

Electrical

Plumbing

Full time Level 3 Course

5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).

OR

Vocational Level 2 plus Grade 4-9 GCSE English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).

*A Vocational Level 2 is required for the following courses:

Accounting

All Construction Subjects

Hair & Beauty Subjects

Applied Science


T Levels

 

5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths will be accepted).

* Health T Levels require GCSE Grade 4 in Science.

 

How to apply

You can apply for this programme via the Apply Now button, at the top.

If this course area is available as an apprenticeship, this will show under 'Study Option' on the right-hand side, just below the Apply Now button. You can view all of our apprenticeship vacanices and subjects by clicking the 'Apprenticeships' in the top menu.

Cost

If you are aged between 16 and 18 when you start your course and are taking a course leading to a qualification, the tuition and exam fees are free. However, there may be some additional costs for optional trips, recommended text books and professional start up kits. We have a bursary scheme to assist with these costs.

  • If you're aged 19 or over, you may be eligible for funding towards your course fees. It will depend on your personal circumstances and will be discussed at enrolment. You will be asked to bring documentation with you when you are invited to enrol.
  • If you are aged 19 and over and study Maths or English and do not already hold a C grade/4 or higher in the subject that you are studying, you will get the course for free.
  • If you have any queries please contact us on 0161 785 4039 or email admissions@oldham.ac.uk

What happens next?

It is important that you come along and speak to one of our staff about your choice/s.

Once we receive your application, you will be invited in to speak to a tutor or a member of the Apprenticeship team to discuss your application.

This will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the course/Apprenticeship and to see our facilities.

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