VTCT Level 1 NVQ Certificate in Hairdressing and Barbering

Course: VTCT Level 1 NVQ Certificate in Hairdressing and Barbering

Duration: 10 months

Attendance: 1 day at GHQ Training – Wednesday 9.30-4pm

Venue: GHQ Training, 2 Elizabeth Court, Whimple Street, Plymouth, PL1 2DH

Cost: Private Funding at £TBC(inc VAT)

Overview

The VTCT Level 1 NVQ Certificate in Hairdressing and Barbering is a vocational qualification that will confirm your competence as an assistant junior hairdresser or barber. This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years or over and will support you to gain employment as an assistant junior hairdresser or barber, as the units contained in this qualification cover all the skills and knowledge required for this role. Entry onto this qualification can be via previous attainment of an Entry level qualification in hairdressing and/or a successful skills test or interview.

This qualification includes all the required elements to work effectively as an assistant junior hairdresser or barber including: shampooing and conditioning hair, preparing for hair services, preparing the work area, and assisting in the monitoring health and safety practices in the salon.

You will also develop your understanding and skills by selecting a number of optional specialist units which include: assisting with salon reception duties, assisting with shaving services, assisting with blow-drying hair, assisting with hair colour services, assisting with perming services, assisting with plaiting and twisting hair, assisting with removing hair extensions. The structure of this qualification provides you with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career as an assistant junior hairdresser or barber.

Throughout this qualification you will develop your knowledge and understanding of the anatomy of the hair, health and safety, client care and hair product knowledge. You will develop a range of technical assisting skills in hairdressing and barbering services. You will also develop interpersonal skills that will assist you to communicate effectively with clients, when assisting with salon reception duties.

Requirements

There are no formal prerequisite qualifications that you must have before undertaking this qualification, however, a work placement is advised.

The uniform for barbers at GHQ is black and white only (no denim) and ‘closed-in’ comfortable shoes.

• Learners will be supported to source models when required

• Learners will need to complete homework

• Products and resources will be provided for use in sessions

• Learners will be supported with work experience and career opportunities

A suggested kit list will be provided for learners should they wish to purchase to enhance their skills and progression.

Cohort Dates & Length of Programme

Duration of this Level 1 Certificate in Barbering course is 10 months.

Funding

• TBC

Units

• Contribute to the development of effective working

• Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety

• Shampoo and condition hair

• Prepare for hair services and maintain work areas