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East Riding College

Hairdressing VRQ Diploma Level 3

East Riding College

Flemingate Centre, Armstrong Way, Beverley, HU17 0GH

National Diploma (BTEC)
Level 3
Retail and Commercial Enterprise

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2020
East Riding College (Bridlington Campus)
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2020
East Riding College (Beverley Campus)
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course builds on the hairdressing skills learned in the VRQ level two and other level two courses. Candidates will have an understanding of the vocational skills and knowledge required.

Course Details

Monitoring and maintaining health and safety practice in the salon Consultation support for colleagues on hair services Styling and dressing hair using a variety of techniques Optional units. Minimum of 26 credits required: Cutting women's hair to create a variety of looks Perming hair to create a variety of looks Colouring hair to create a variety of looks Creative hairdessing design skills Promoting and selling products and services to clients

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Assessment is through observation of practical skills carried out on paying customers in the salon environment, graded through pass, merit and distinction. Learners also participate in written and oral questioning or online multi-choice tests.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs grade A*-C/4 -9 Or level two diploma (merit) Or first diploma (merit) Or NVQ level two Or equivalent

Your next steps...

This qualification could help you gain employment in salons as a stylist or establish your own salon or home visit service.

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