offers at the very least reskilling to those who wish to develop their further vertical mobility within the hairdressing industry. This coursework associated with the Qualification gives the learner skills and knowledge required for higher levels of practice within hairdressing by focusing on sophisticated techniques, and management of clients.
The course completion time is in the range of 12 to 24 months, depending on study mode undertaken such as full-time or part-time or work-based apprenticeships
The qualification comprises a total of 11 units out of which 2 core units and 9 elective units approved as additional knowledge to the prerequisite. Core units provide fundamental knowledge in
Consultation: Identification of the requirements of clients through interaction.
Designing:Utilization of designing approaches to invention of hairstyles.
The elective units on the other hand offer opportunities for specialization in the field such as
Bench perm and bench relaxing
Special techniques of colouring hair.
Hair and special designs including binding.
The course consists of practical classes in a real salon with real clients which is invaluable to the students’ experience. This is helpful in one’s development in the different styles of hair dressing in which practice makes perfect.
The graduates can take up various positions like those mentioned below
Senior Hairdresser
Salon Manager
Freelance Stylist
Educator or Product Advisor in the beauty industry
There remain marketable job opportunities as hairdressers in the industry and flexibility for growth and specialization is still there.
No prior requirements are applicable for these students, however, good communication skills and general interest in hairdressing is recommended. There may be provisions for evaluating literacy and numeracy levels of the learners before enrolment in the course for purposes of readiness to undertake the course.