Hairdressing NVQ Level 1

Hairdressing NVQ Level 1
Course Overview
This course will introduce you to a range of hairdressing skills. You will begin developing the skills and qualities sought by employers within this professional industry.
Start Date
Duration
Venue

06 September 2010
1 Year 100% attendance is expected
Westbank Campus, Skelmersdale

Who The Course is for
School leavers who have completed their statutory school education.
Successful students will:
- be good at working with their hands
- be creative and artistic
- have good communication skills
- be able to work quickly and neatly
- enjoy working with people
- be interested in fashion and grooming
- have a degree of personal responsibility, autonomy and the ability to work as a team
Course Content
On the first of this course, you will study NVQ Level 1 in Hairdressing, relevant enrichment course and key skills (at the appropriate level)
Much of the coursework is practical, working in the college salons training to become competent in male/female hairdressing. Theory is covered in order to assist and support the practical work. Flexible learning techniques are used to deliver theory, which include learning packages, group work, projects/assignments, demonstrations and videos. Units of study will include:
- blow drying into styles
- consultation & diagnosis
- shampooing
- working relations
- maintain work areas
- assisting with colouring
- health and safety
- understanding the hairdressing industry
- plus relevant enrichment course
Optional enrichment courses and trips may be available to full time students at an additional cost. Details will be available from the course co-ordinator.
All students must purchase relevant kit and college tunic from the Hairdressing department prior to the start of the course. Costs will be discussed at enrolment and during the college induction. Students will be required to carry out treatments on the general public who book in as clients at our reception area. On occasion you will also be expected to provide a paying model for your practical assessments.
All students must wear the college uniform, which is
- long smart black trousers
- college tunic (purchased from the department)
- low heeled full black smart shoes (purchased by the student)
- students will be required to remove all visable jewellery including facial piercings during all practical sessions (due to awarding body requirements) and have short nails with no nail polish
A certain level of manual dexterity will be required for this course.
Entry RequirementsLearning & Assessment Methods
Assessment is by practical observation, oral questioning, case studies, written essential knowledge papers. End examination awarding body will take place later in the course. An internal/external verifier will assess all portfolio evidence and practical skills.
Qualifications Gained
Hairdressing NVQ Level 1 awarded by City & Guilds.
City & Guilds Award Contact Dermititis Prevention
Tutorial & Enrichment
Certificate in Styling Womens Hair
VTTCT Improving Own Learning Performance Level 1
Progression Opportunities
This is a nationally recognised qualification. Students who successfully complete Hairdressing NVQ Level 1 may progress to Hairdressing Level 2 Diploma qualification.
Career Opportunities
This course will enhance employment prospects and provides scope for employment in Hairdressing Salons, Hair/Beauty Consultancies as a Sales person.
Course Costs
If you are 16-18 Years Old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.
If you are 19 or over Course costs may by subject to change.
If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course.