VTCT Entry Level Award in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector (Entry 3)
VTCT Product Code: AM30033
Guided Learning Hours: 62
Age Restriction: 14
Qualification Number: 500/6804/0
Minimum Credits: 7
Units: 3-9
UV30338: Module 4
Styling hair using hairdressing techniques
Guided learning hours: 30
Credits: 3
Styling hair using hairdressing techniques
Credits: 3
Each unit will contain:
Introduction: This tells you what you will learn during the unit.
Let’s Recap: Recap your knowledge and learning from the previous module through a multiple.
Knowledge Area: This contains all the knowledge needed to complete the unit plus interactive activities to help you with your learning. You will also find informative videos which can be viewed and paused as needed.
Practical Observation: You will be required to carry out practical assessment for some units. These will be completed during your tutor visits or via online video. You will need to successfully complete and pass a particular number of assessments detailed in each unit.
Learn and Grow: Take your learning to the next level with research tasks and quizzes.
Assessment: At the end of the unit you will be set tasks to show your understanding of each unit. These will need to be uploaded for your tutor to mark and give you feedback. Once all criteria has been met, your assessor will sign off the completed unit.
Let’s Recap: Recap your knowledge and learning from the previous module through a multiple.
Outcome 2
Styling women’s hair
Styling women’s hair
What will this module cover?
- Safe and hygienic working practices in a salon
- Different types of communication
- How to behave professionally in a salon
After completing this unit you will be able to:
- Describe how to follow safe and hygienic working practices in a salon
- Use different types of communication with your clients
- Understand how to behave professionally in a salon
KNOWLEDGE AREA
In this module we will recap some of the things we learnt in your first few sessions with your tutor.
How to follow safe and hygienic working practices
Types of communication
How to behave professionally in a salon
LEARN & GROW
Research the following hair up techniques and give a short description of each one:
- Curls
- Plait
- Pleat
- Rolls
- Spiral curls
- Finger drying
Example:
Curls- Individual curls can be created using hair straighteners or curling tongs. The curls can then be placed on the head and pinned up to create a hair up style.
Once complete, email to your tutor at learning.hairattheacademy@gmail.com.
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
Sara, Barbering Student
“I’ve always had an interest in hairdressing and often do family and friends’ hair. Since starting the course I’ve gained confidence in myself. I’m pleased that I’ve pushed myself out of my comfort zone.”
Lynn, Former Diploma Student
“HAIR AT THE ACADEMY is a relaxed and friendly environment with plenty of 1:1 support where necessary. They go over and above to get you through your learning journey. I am now working in a high street salon.”
Ella, Diploma Student
“My first day was amazing, everyone was friendly and made me feel very welcome. I was a little shy but my confidence grew throughout the course. My favourite units are Men’s Cut and the Colouring unit.”
Carol, Barbering Student
“The course is flexible and taught in a friendly and relaxed environment. Staff are very understanding, encouraging and supportive and I know they will do whatever they can to support me.”