Principal Learning Hair and Beauty Studies
Foundation Diploma
| Unit | Title | GLH | Assessment Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Introducing the hair and beauty sector | 30 | External |
| 1.2 | Creating a positive impression in the hair and beauty sector | 30 | Internal |
| 1.3 | Introducing hair styling | 60 | Internal |
| 1.4 | Introducing basic skin care treatments | 30 | Internal |
| 1.5 | Introducing basic hand and nail care services | 30 | Internal |
| 1.6 | Personal appearance, styling and wellbeing | 30 | Internal |
| 1.7 | Careers in the hair and beauty sector and related industries | 30 | Internal |
GLH - Guided Learning Hours
At Foundation level learners will:
- gain a broad understanding of the hair and beauty sector
- investigate the whole hair and beauty sector and gain awareness of possible career opportunities within the sector
- understand key personal presentation, customer service and communication skills
- be given the opportunity to practice some basic hairdressing, skincare and nail services
- be encouraged to investigate the importance of appearance and style
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Higher Diploma
| Unit | Title | GLH | Assessment Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1 | Safe and healthy working practices in the hair and beauty sector and related industries | 30 | Internal |
| 2.2 | The world of hair and beauty | 60 | External |
| 2.3 | The science of hair and beauty | 60 | Internal |
| 2.4 | Communication and client care in the hair and beauty sector | 60 | Internal |
| 2.5 | History of hair and beauty in society | 30 | Internal |
| 2.6 | Promoting and selling products and services by professional recommendation in the hair and beauty sector | 30 | Internal |
| 2.7 | Salon business systems and processes | 60 | Internal |
| 2.8 | Exploring skin care and make-up | 30 | Internal |
| 2.9 | Exploring hair care and styling | 30 | Internal |
| 2.10 | Exploring hand care and nail art | 30 | Internal |
GLH - Guided Learning Hours
At Higher level learners will:
- experience the benefits and challenges of working within the sector prior to entering potential employment
- be introduced to key legal health and safety requirements
- study basic anatomy and physiology linked to the delivery of basic hair, skin and nail services
- recognise the importance of communication skills in building a successful career
- understand how personality as well as cultural, racial, gender, fashion and religious influences can be expressed through the use of make-up and skincare techniques
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Advanced Diploma
| Unit | Title | GLH | Assessment Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 | Business location and design for the hair and beauty sector | 60 | Internal |
| 3.2 | Event management and enterprise for the hair and beauty sector | 90 | Internal |
| 3.3 | Product research, design and development within the hair and beauty sector | 60 | Internal |
| 3.4 | Exploring business management for the hair and beauty sector | 60 | External |
| 3.5 | Exploring media and image within the hair and beauty sector | 90 | Internal |
| 3.6 | Exploring the world of spas | 60 | External |
| 3.7 | Business planning and finance within the hair and beauty sector | 60 | External |
| 3.8 | Cosmetic science | 60 | Internal |
GLH - Guided Learning Hours
At Advanced level learners will:
- develop general management and business skills in a hair and beauty context
- be introduced to factors influencing business location and the interior design of new and refurbished commercial premises
- investigate how to select, match and create media suitable for an event
- explore marketing strategies for hair and beauty products and identify their impact on consumers
- understand a range of professional spa organisations
- know the key scientific principles and concepts of cosmetic chemistry
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