NOCN Certificate in Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development (Hair & Beauty) (Entry Level 3)

We can accommodate single students. The maximum number of pupils per group is 7.

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the Hair and Beauty industry.

Learners will learn how to prepare for a career in hair and beauty through hands-on experience in basic hairstyling and manicure techniques. They will gain an understanding of the different career opportunities in the hair and beauty industry, the importance of health and safety, and environmental issues and develop communication skills to prepare for interviews and work.

Course duration

2-3 terms | £60pp per session

Session times

Thursdays | 09:30 am – 11:30 am | 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Learning Aims

Know about the hair and beauty sector

Identify types of organisations in the hair and beauty sector.
Define entry-level job roles and career progression.
Skills, experience and qualities an employer deems necessary for the role.
Create an action plan that will support progression into employment, ensuring the use of SMART goals.

Employability skills

Understand Health and Safety procedures at work.
To identify key safety signs and maintain own safety.
To carry out work tasks including reception and basic hair styling.
Importance of working with other team members.
Different ways of communication in work.

Carry out basic manicure treatment

Identifying a range of nail shapes.
Understanding nail structures.
Carrying out basic manicures with a range of products and techniques.

Communication in hair and beauty

Communication skills, verbal, non-verbal and written.
How to develop communication skills needed for the hair and beauty industry
Carry out work activities including eg, booking appointments, recommending products and taking messages

Preparation for further learning or employment

To develop and recognise personal qualities.
Develop strengths and understand transferable skills.
Identify prior learning and experience.
Develop skills including productivity, time management and teamwork.

Preparing for an interview

Finding out information about the job
Finding information about training courses
Different types of job roles
Applying for positions
Preparing questions and answers for the interview.