Course Details
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NC Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2 and Higher Hairdressing

SCQF Level 4 - 5

If you want to become a Junior Stylist, this course is the perfect springboard for your future career. Over two years, you will learn all aspects of salon work from styling to reception and health and safety skills, gaining heaps of practical experience in our modern salons. This course offers progression from VTCT Skills for Working in the Hair and Beauty Industry. You need to have a reasonable level of Numeracy and English, be good with your hands and enjoy meeting and working with people.

You will be required to purchase hairdressing equipment.

Some classes may be in the evening, please ensure you have appropriate travel arrangements.

What You Study

Year 1

  • Health and Safety
  • Shampoo and Conditioning
  • Assist with Colouring Services
  • Personal Care and Appearance
  • Information Technology
  • Work Experience
  • Selling Skills
  • Reception Duties
  • Pivot Point Cutting
  • Settling and Winding Techniques
  • Cosmetology
  • Blow Dry Hair
  • Contribute to the Development of Effective Working Relationships
  • Employability in the Workplace
  • Prepare for Hairdressing Services
  • Settling and Styling Project

Year 2

  • Ladies/Gents Cutting
  • Mix, Apply and Remove Colour
  • Work Experience
  • Colouring Hair
  • Skills for Customer Care
  • Current Techniques in Long Hair
  • Applying Practical Skills
  • Certificate in Model Preparation
  • Portfolio Building
  • Technical Creativity

Duration and Attendance

Two Years Full-time

Please note: some classes may be held in twilight/evening sessions to fully utilise our Salon accommodation. Timetables will be issued prior to the course commencing.

Entry Requirements

  • Successful applicants will have manual dexterity and will need to complete a skills test and interview questionnaire
  • 3 Standard Grades at Grade 4 or above
  • Industrial experience or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis

Further Study

SVQ Level 3 Hairdressing

Career Opportunities

Hair Stylist

This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.

Method of Study Year of course Starts Ends Based at Apply
Full Time 1st Year 05 Sep 2011 15 Jun 2012 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) course full
Full Time 1st Year 06 Feb 2012 21 Jan 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) course full
Full Time 1st Year 03 Sep 2012 14 Jun 2013 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) course full
Full Time 1st Year 04 Feb 2013 21 Jan 2014 Kirkcaldy (St Brycedale Campus) apply online

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.

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