Previous hairdressing experience is not one of the requirements of the course. Our aim is to help you to be successful in your chosen career path. You should be a good communicator, with a wide range of people; have a flair for creativity; be aware of fashion trends; and be ambitious and confident about yourself.
Apprenticeship in Hairdressing @ Derwentside College
- Overview
- Requirements
- Assessment
- Qualifications
All learners must be employed within the Hairdressing sector at the start of their programme. You will also be required to demonstrate a literacy and numeracy ability of at least working towards Level 1.
An interview with specialist staff is also required.
You will be required to produce a portfolio of your own work, based on continual assessment, to show your competence in hairdressing theory and practice. Assessments will be carried out at college as well as in your work place.
All trainees will be given support workshops in 2 Key Skills areas – Application of Number and Communications - which will enable them to pass the examination at the required level to gain the full Apprenticeship Framework.
-NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (QCF)