HAIRDRESSINGQualifications available: NVQ Level 2, 3 Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship * Hairdressing Apprentice, Staffs 'I have made g ood progress. I love the practicals.' * Hairdressing level 2, Staffs "I found the assessor very easy to get on with and easy to understand." LEARNER What is an NVQ in Hairdressing? NVQs are qualifications that allow you to prove to your current or potential new employers exactly what you are capable of. They are recognised and respected by retailers up and down the UK, so you can be sure that your time will be well spent. If you want to move on in your chosen industry, you need to prove that you can not only do your job but that you can adapt to different circumstances, for example a different location, a different type of customer etc. The best way to do this is through an NVQ. NVQs are work-based qualifications. Most of the evidence you will need to gather will come from your performance at work. EMPLOYERWhat is an NVQ in Hairdressing? Within the hairdressing industry, the quality of staff is all important. They are the public face of your organisation as well as the machinery behind the scenes. They are the biggest single influence on whether your customers enjoy their experience, and most importantly, come back again. The only certain way to ensure that your staff perform to the best of their abilities is to make sure they receive the most up to date training. However, while you can arrange in-house training courses, the question still remains, do your competitors have better programmes? One of the best ways to ensure they don't is to use nationally recognised programmes which are based on the latest occupational standards. Programmes such as City & Guilds' range of NVQs delivered by the Training Partnership. What does it involve? NVQ LEVEL 2 To achieve this qualification at level 2 you must complete eight core units and two optional units. The qualification usually takes about six months but many learners complete in less time. There are no prior qualifications required and each learner will receive a comprehensive initial assessment This level is appropriate for those at entry level. NVQ LEVEL 3To achieve the qualification at level 3 you must complete xxx core units and xxxx optional unit. The qualification usually takes about ten to twelve months but many learners complete in less time. Learners should hold level 2 or an acceptable equivalent and each learner will receive a comprehensive initial assessment This level is for xxxx UNIT OPTIONS NVQ LEVEL 2 MANDATORY• Ensure your own actions reduce risks to heath and safety • Give clients a positive impression of yourself and your organisation • Advise and consult with clients • Contribute to the development of effective working relationships • Shampoo and condition hair and scalp • Cut hair using basic techniques • Style, dress and finish hair using basic techniques • Change hair colour using basic techniques OPTIONAL (Choose 2) • Perm and neutralise hair using basic techniques • Perm, relax and neutralise hair • Perm, relax and neutralise Africa-Caribbean hair • Style hair using basic plaiting techniques and added hair • Fulfil salon reception duties • Promote additional products and services to clients • Develop and maintain effectiveness at work • Provide scalp massage services Contact The Training Partnership for Level 3 options.
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