NVQ Certificate in Hairdressing & Barbering Level 1 (16-18 years)

What is this course about?

This course is for those who want a career in hairdressing. You will learn many different aspects of the subject, through a combination of practical skills, theoretical knowledge and working in a commercial environment.

Unit Titles:-

Mandatory

Health & Safety

Contribute to the development of effective work relationships

Shampoo and Condition hair

Prepare for hair services and maintain the work area

Optional

Blow dry hair

Assist with hair colouring services

Entry Requirements

2 GCSEs grade E-G, Entry Level 3, or another relevant Entry Level qualification. You will have a pre-induction interview/assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.

How is it taught?

A variety of teaching methods will be used through your training, including practical skills demonstrations, classroom teaching, workshops, role play, discussion and work packs. Some independent study is required for which guidance is given. Practical skills and assessments are carried out on commercial clients within the new purpose built industry standard salon facilities.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment will involve the collection of portfolio evidence, which could include practical observations, questioning, online tests, projects, assignments and case studies. You will be meeting and working with members of the public, including through work experience, and will need to provide a number of paying clients for practical assessment purposes.

What else do I need to know?

The course will cover the following units:
Health & Safety
Reception
Effective working relations
Shampoo and Conditioning
Assisting with colouring
Prepare for Hairdressing Services

To comply with industry and awarding body standards for commercial salons the following criteria has to be met (in addition to the College Disciplinary Procedure):

The recommended salon uniform has to be worn at all times.
You will normally have to pay for course items such as stationery, books and equipment, whilst some courses have placements or visits, such as the Blackpool Championships, which may have costs attached. You will also be required to purchase a salon uniform and equipment – these are available by mail order, an order form will be provided.

National Vocational Qualifications are work related qualifications that are based on your ability to do a particular job at a certain standard. They provide clear evidence of skills and experience to potential employers. In order to achieve an NVQ you have to demonstrate your practical skills and knowledge to an assessor.

This is a vocational course giving you the training and skills needed for employment, so good punctuality and attendance is essential. To comply with industry and awarding body standards for commercial salons, you will be required to purchase a salon uniform and equipment which is available by mail order, an order form will be provided. The recommended salon uniform needs to be worn at all times during practical and commercial salon sessions. A professional appearance is necessary with a good standard of personal hygiene and you will need to be willing to receive and carry out the treatments for which you are training. Some courses have trips or visits which may have a cost attached. You will also have the opportunity to be entered in national skills competitions representing the college.

Optional units may change depending on employer requirements.

When carrying out independent study you will be able to use the College Learning Resource Centres, where you can access computers, text books DVD’s and other learning materials.

You will also carry on developing your Functional Skills such as Maths, English and ICT as these continue to be an important element of study.

What could I do next?

On successful completion of Level 1 you will be qualified to progress onto Level 2 Certificate in Hairdressing, NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing full-time programme or an Apprenticeship.