Hair and Beauty studies

Allowing learners to experience the reality of working as a hairdresser, barber, beauty/spa therapist or nail technician, this exciting new Diploma reveals the wide range of opportunities that exist in the hair and beauty sector. The sector is rapidly expanding and the Diploma in Hair and Beauty Studies could lead to a career in fashion, health and fitness, well-being, retailing, paramedical treatment, film and TV, complementary and alternative medicine, care or the creative industries.

The Diploma covers fundamental knowledge, skills and the latest developments in technology, and explores how the growing public interest in personal appearance and well-being has influenced the growth of this sector.

Diploma components

Learning Component	Type
Principal Learning Specification	Level 1
	Level 2
	Level 3
Additional and Specialist Learning	Level 1
	Level 2
	Level 3
Sample Assessment Material	Under development
Generic Learning	Functional Skills
(includes embedded Personal, Learning and Thinking Skills)	Projects
	Work Experience

Principal Learning

Principal learning develops the knowledge, understanding and skills specific to each Diplomas relevant industry sector

At Foundation level students 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

At Higher level students 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

At Advanced level students 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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