C&G Introduction to Hair & Beauty (Schools)

Candidates may achieve individual units within the programme (If candidates do not achieve the full award, which requires 15 credits, and have achieved 9 credits in total they can still qualify for the Award level).

The practical elements of the course are salon based and candidates will be assessed through demonstrating techniques on their peers. There is an equal amount of time spent in the classroom where candidates will learn underpinning knowledge to support the practical units as well as working towards non-practical based units, for example Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector.

Units are also assessed by assignments where candidates will have to research topics using IT and textbooks. Candidates should be able to complete coursework in college however there may be times when they will have to do additional work at home. All candidates must be able to work in a team and must wear appropriate PPE whilst in salons. They must also follow salon rules in relation to appropriate dress code for both hair and beauty salons and follow the college’s code of conduct.

After further training candidates could progress to a career as a:

• Hairdresser
• Beauty Therapist
• Nail Technician
• Make-up Artist

Or working in:

• Salons
• Spas
• On board cruise-liners
• On cosmetic counters
• Television or theatre 
• Becoming self- employed

• VTCT Level 2 hairdressing
• N5 Beauty Therapy Skills
• N6 Beauty Care

• There are no mandatory Academic Entry Requirements for this course.

Further advice for School College Programme and Foundation Apprenticeship applications:

• Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application
• Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for
• Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
• Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately
• If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
• Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as; the reason you are applying, future career plans, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
• Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
• If your application is successful, you will be required to complete an online task and return this to us in order to be considered for selection
• If your application is unsuccessful, you should speak to a guidance teacher or SDS school liaison officer
• If you wish to withdraw your application, please email the School Partnership team - Schools.Co-ordinator@forthvalley.ac.uk