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Starts

2 Sep 2024

Study mode

Full Time

Campus

Framwellgate Moor Campus

Duration

1 Year

Level

Level 3

Course code

HAIRF3001A01

Fee Information

Standard Fees of £3345.00

Advanced Learner Loan Fees of £3345.00

Please note, these prices are for the current academic year and may be subject to change for our courses starting in future years. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college, please see Fees and funding for more information.

Age 16-18

FREE (If meet residency criteria and not enrolled at another educational institution).

If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course will be FREE. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips.

Age 19+

If you are aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course could be free dependant on the level of the course and your eligibility criteria. The rules regarding fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to contact our Advice, Support and Careers Team on 0191 375 4400, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or connect on live chat (bottom right of your screen).

Student Finance

If you are aged 19 or over and not eligible to get your course free, you could apply for an Advanced Learner Loan from the Student Loans Company to help towards the cost of some, or all, of your fees. If the amount of Advanced Learner Loan available to you is less than the Advanced Learner Loan Fee for your course, you would need to pay the difference. See our Funding Your Study page for more information or visit the Student Loans Company website to find out more.

Course details may be subject to change.

This course provides those keen to start a career in hairdressing with the skills and hands-on experience necessary for working in the industry. You will work in our on-site salon to build an awareness of health and safety regulations, and develop the advanced skills needed to cut, colour and style hair to create a specific look.

Entry Criteria

Level 2 in Hairdressing or Barbering

Kits & Uniforms

Additional Costs

You will be required to purchase a uniform and kit for your course. Information on prices for these items will be shared at your meet the tutor chat.Additionally, as part of your course you will be expected to pay £20 towards trips and visits and a £5 deposit for a locker.

What are the next steps?

You will meet with a course tutor for an informal chat. Please bring your GCSE grades or any other relevant qualifications.

Study Aims

This course aims to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to be competent in providing a service in the hairdressing industry, and to be able to work independently and carry out consultations with clients.As a stylist you will cover all advanced cutting, colouring and colour correction techniques. You will be encouraged to take part in competitions, enrichment activities and employability workshops throughout the year, to enhance and develop your workplace skills and communication skills.

Modules Studied

You will study the following units:

  • Consultation support for colleagues on hair services – you will carry out consultations with clients in salon sessions.
  • Cut women's hair to create a variety of looks - you will carry out advanced cutting skills and techniques on clients.
  • Style and dress hair using a variety of looks – you will use dressing and styling techniques learnt in the practical sessions to create client looks.
  • Creative colouring - you will learn, practice and complete advanced colouring techniques.
  • Hair colour correction - you will develop the skills needed to carry out colour correction techniques on the clients in the salon. Bridal hair
  • Promote products and services.

Times of Delivery

  • Monday - 1.30pm - 7pm ~Wednesday - 9am - 1pm ~Thursday - 9.30am - 1.30pm ~Friday - 9am - 12noon

Any times indicated are based on current courses and may be subject to change in future years. Full timetables will be confirmed at the start of each course.

Teaching and Assessment

You will work with your tutor to learn the relevant practical skills and theory over the duration of the course for each unit.Practical assessments will be carried out with your tutor once you feel you are ready to be assessed, these assessments will be carried out at various points in the year. Each unit will also include assignments or internal and external exams.You will be required to provide clients and models throughout the year so you can practice the skills you have learnt.

Industry Links

Each term you will engage with external employers through lectures, hands on workshops, role-play interview opportunities, CV development and much more.Our links with industry will ensure you will learn additional skills and improve your confidence levels as you progress at NCD.You will be encouraged to enter competitions, such as WorldSkills and the AHT competition.

Placement

You will be required to undertake a work placement within an external salon for a minimum of 70 hours, to ensure you develop the essential skills to work in this fast paced industry.It is your responsibility to find a work placement, therefore, you can decide whether you want to carry out your placement in a block period of time or one day a week.

Where can it take me?