Hairdressing NVQ2

Qualification Name:NVQ In Hairdressing - Level 2
Course Name:Hairdressing NVQ2
Course Code:ADRH
Centre:Wembley Park
Applies to:School Leavers and International Students
Availability:Full Time (4 days a week 9:00 - 5:00pm)
Part Time Day (Monday 12:00 - 9:00pm)

Who is this course for?
This course is for you if wish to work in the Hairdressing Industry or are already in industry and wish to gain a recognised qualification.

What are the entry requirements?
You will be assessed on your English and Maths skills at interview. Valid industrial experience is useful. For the part time course you need to be working a minimum of three days in a salon.
After applying you will have an interview to determine which course is suitable for your needs and abilities.

• Minimum Literacy Level: Level 1

Reading: You can read and understand the main points and ideas in different types of writing - for example magazine articles, newspaper stories or short stories. You can understand main ideas from a report, read from a website or college text book, etc. You can use what you have read to help you write an essay or make decisions. Writing: You can present information in different ways. You can use grammar, spelling and punctuation correctly. You can present your thoughts and ideas in a clear way that people can understand.
• Minimum Numeracy Level: Level 1

Interpret Information: You can read and understand tables, charts, graphs and diagrams; read and understand numbers used in different ways; read scales on familiar measuring equipment using everyday units; make accurate observations; identify suitable calculations to get the results you need for your task. Carry out calculations: You can add and subtract, with whole numbers and simple decimals, with or without a calculator; work to the level of accuracy you have been told to use; multiply and divide a simple decimal by a whole number with or without a calculator; understand and calculate simple fractions and percentages; work out the area and volum of rectangular-based shapes; use scale on diagrams; use ratio and proportion; find the average or mean of up to 10 items; find the range for up to 10 items.

What qualification will I receive?
Hairdressing NVQ Level 2.

Where can it lead?
You could go on to study Hairdressing NVQ Level 3. May improve employment prospects.

What will I study?
Subjects you will study include: cutting, shampooing, colouring, relaxing and perming, blow-drying, conditioning and setting. Related subjects include: reception skills, health & safety, maintaining client care.
literacy, numeracy and it are incorporated into the main programme of study.

How will I be taught?
You will be taught through practical sessions in the college hairdressing salon, theory in classrooms and individual research for assignments. this will include a variety of visits, in-house training sessions with major hairdressing companies.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed via five written external examinations combined with assignments/projects and oral questions. The practical assessment will take place in the College's Salon. It is advisable for you to find work, one day a week in a high street salon.

What support is available while I am on the course?
Your tutor is there to help and advise you throughout the course, and the College offers a comprehensive range of student services including learning support, language support and guidance.

What will it cost?
Full Time Overseas FeesUp to £4500*
UK Home FeesUp to £1890*
Age under 19 on 31st August of the year you start your course? Study forFREE.

On income-based benefit? You could study for only £30.

Cost & Availability - Please be aware that certain courses are not subject to concessions.