Hairdressing SVQ2

What is special about this course?

This qualification builds the skills needed to become a trainee hairdresser in today's exciting and fast-paced hairdressing industry.

Take your skills to higher level, and develop artistic flair and creative talent in cutting and colouring, styling and dressing.  

This course is designed to help you become a junior stylist at the end of the programme.  It is the perfect springboard for a future career in hairdressing.  During the year you will learn all aspects of salon work from styling to cutting and colouring, and health and safety skills.

Our training salon provides the perfect setting to practice your new-found skills in a commercial environment.  You are encouraged to actively seek work experience in a local salon.   

You will also have the opportunity to take part in competitions, volunteer for projects such as fashion shows or drama productions, organise fundraising events for charity and learn from industry experts. 

To succeed in hairdressing, you will need to be passionate, creative, committed and enjoy working with people.

Support is available from student services and lecturers to assist you throughout your course.

 

Entry requirements

Your personal statement should reflect your passion for the industry. Applicants should be effective communicators, have artistic flair and ability, good personal presentation, physical stamina and a high level of manual dexterity.

Students should ideally have completed the Introduction to Hairdressing.

Ideally applicants may have experience, knowledge and interest in hairdressing or hold 3 passes at General grade National 4 including English (preferable) and Art.

This course involves the handling of chemicals and substances. In order to be eligible, applicants must be aged 16 by October half term break. 

Units include:-

  • Shampoo , condition and treat the hair and scalp
  • Dry, style and finish hair
  • Braid, twist and thread wrap hair
  • Set style and dress hair
  • Introduction to cutting
  • Introduction to colour
  • Cutting and texturising skills
  • Colour and lighten hair
  • Advising and consulting

How will I study my course?

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Full and part time, work based.
  • Face to face and practical activities in a realistic salon environment.
  • Online resources.
  • Group work.
  • External training opportunitiies, eg guest visitors such as local hairdressing stylists.
  • Competition work - an in-house hairdressing competition organised to develop confidence and skills.
  • As part of your course, you will work with community groups and participate in fundraising events to enhance your experience. 
  • You are encouraged to research and practice skills and techniques learned outwith college hours. 

The full time 2 year course is timetabled for up to 3 days per week between 9am and 5pm, with the possibility of an early evening session.

 

How long will my course last?

2 Years

Where can I study my course?

    Start date

    August 

    Fees

    For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.

    Funding

    You may be eligible to apply for an Educational Maintenance Allowance or Bursary.

    Additional costs

    You will be required to purchase a kit/uniform as part of this course (between £450 and £500). If you are eligible for a bursary these costs will be covered. www.inverness.uhi.ac.uk/study/funding/

    Infill students may be required to purchase a kit for some units.

    What can I do on completion of my course?

    • Employment within the industry

    Is there more information available online?

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