Hairdressing SCQF Level 5

What is special about this course?

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge needed to begin a career as a trainee hairdresser in today's exciting and fast-paced hairdressing industry.

Designed to help you progress to a junior stylist role by the end of the programme, this course is the perfect springboard for a future career in hairdressing. Throughout the year, you will develop your technical skills in all aspects of salon work, including cutting, colouring, styling and dressing hair, while also gaining a strong understanding of health and safety practices.

You will have the opportunity to take your skills to a higher level, developing your artistic flair, creativity and confidence in a professional salon environment. Our training salon provides the ideal setting to practise and refine your skills while working in a commercial setting.

As part of your practical training, you will work with real clients and will be responsible for sourcing clients to complete your assessments. To support you, we maintain a small bank of regular clients and can promote your services through our social media channels when required.

In addition to practical salon training, you will have opportunities to participate in competitions, volunteer for projects such as fashion shows and drama productions, organise fundraising events for charity, and learn from experienced industry professionals.

To succeed in hairdressing, you should be passionate, creative, committed and enjoy working with people. You are also encouraged to gain additional work experience in a local salon to further develop your skills and industry knowledge.

To reflect professional industry standards, you will be required to wear the designated uniform during all practical classes (black tunic and trousers or leggings) along with closed-toe shoes or trainers, which must be provided by yourself.

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