Hairdressing, Barbering & Beauty Therapy
Hairdressing, Barbering & Beauty Therapy
If you are creative, friendly, have a good eye for style and are looking for a rewarding career, this could be the course for you! Creative industries offer lots of opportunities for individuals who are interested in making other people look and feel good.
You are required to attend College for one day per week (usually on a Monday), therefore commitment, good attendance and strong organisational skills are required. Emphasis is on graded practical assessments, assignment deadlines and external tests. Mondays may also include an evening commercial session once skills are developed and additional opportunities within the week may become available within the College salons to maximise commercial practice under the guidance of the teaching team.
Apprenticeships are available in;
- Level 2 Hairdressing
- Level 3 Hairdressing
- Level 2 Barbering
- Level 2 Beauty
- Level 3 Beauty
If not taken as an apprenticeship – cost:
POA
Is this course right for me?
These qualifications prepare you for industry and is suitable for those hoping to work alongside training with only the commitment of attending College for one day per week. The course is a combination of practical and theoretical assessments, based in the College’s modern salon facilities.
People of any age can undertake an apprenticeship in Hairdressing, Barbering or Beauty Therapy. We offer Apprenticeships at Level 2 & 3 and access is subject to interview. Apprenticeships comprise of:
- An NVQ qualification combining knowledge (theory delivered and assessed in College) and competence (observations assessed in College and in the workplace).
- Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy Qualifications unless you are exempt
To apply for an apprenticeship, you must have an employer willing to employ you for the duration of your apprenticeship.
Your employer will need to:
- Provide us with evidence of suitable insurance and evidence of your employment status
- Be happy to discuss Health and Safety procedures with your assessor
- Pay you the appropriate national minimum wage, including your College day
- Release you to attend College
- Contribute to monthly planned assessor visits/appointments to observe you and discuss your progress
Any questions?
If you have any questions about this course, please do not hesitate to contact our work-based learning team on 01437 753 141 or via email l.breckon@pembrokeshire.ac.uk- No formal entry requirements
- Good personal presentation and communication skills are required
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- Entry is subject to attending a course information session or informal interview
These qualifications provide the necessary skills for those working in the Hairdressing, Barbering or Beauty sector, common units include Employee rights and responsibilities, Health & Safety, advising and consulting with clients.
Barbering
Level 2 units include cutting, drying & finishing men’s hair, create basic outlines and details, shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp.
Qualification: City & Guilds Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering (6008-04)
Hairdressing
Level 2 units include styling and finishing hair, set and dress hair, cutting hair, colour and lighten hair, shampoo, condition and treat the hair & scalp.
Qualification: City & Guilds Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (6008-02)
Level 3 units include creatively styling and dressing hair, creatively cutting hair, creatively colouring and lightening hair.
Qualification: City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (6008-03)
Beauty Therapy
Level 2 units include facial skin care, waxing, manicure, pedicure and eye care treatments
Qualification: City & Guilds Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy
Level 3 units include Electrical treatments – face & body, Body massage
Qualification: City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Practical assessment during the course
- Portfolio of evidence
- Visits from your assessor to your place of work
- Online examination
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- A uniform, which you can purchase online before you start the course
- Specific therapy kit, which you can purchase online before you start the course
- Specific hairdressing kit, which you can purchase online before you start the course
- A memory stick/a small portable USB hard drive
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change. For information on refunds and course cancellations please see the fee policy.
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