Level: 2 | Duration: 1 Year | Details: September
Details: Various weekdays/times available, please enquire

What is this course about?
In the hairdressing and beauty studies pathway qualifications, this programme of study will be of interest if you wish to work within the make-up industry, such as fashion, photographic studios, makeup counters or study as preparation for the Level 3 Theatrical, Special effects or Media Makeup Artistry qualifications . The programme will give you a comprehensive coverage of various fashion photographic make-up techniques and hairdressing techniques.

 Why choose this course?

The experienced tutors have worked internationally within the film and TV industry
Winners in the World UK skills competition in fashion & creative makeup.
100% pass rates
Excellent employment opportunities
Opportunities to gain a work placement and employment on photoshoots and fashion shows
Working on local and national film and TV projects

Entry Requirements
A minimum of 4 GCSE 9 – 3 grades including English language and maths.

What will this course lead on to?
Higher level course – Level 3 Theatrical, Special effects, hair and media make-up course, advanced prosthetics/special effects make up. Employment within the industry – Photographic studios, TV, film, fashion or theatre.

What will I learn on this course?
You will be involved in both practical and theory sessions to gain your qualification including: Applying creative make-up and photographic make-up,
Body art design,
Lash & brow treatments,
Health & safety,
The art of dressing short & long  hair,
Basic hair colouring techniques,
Creating a fashion image based on a theme

As part of this course you will also be required to work on English and Maths and complete an industry placement, if in age group 16-18 as this will increase your job opportunities or progression on to higher education.

Enrichment Opportunities
A wide range of enrichment activities are available to you including: Duke of Edinburgh Award, Driving Test Theory, Workshops from major product manufacturers, Trips and visits to competition events, hair & beauty fairs, Beauty & hairdressing sessions, Trips & work placements within the media industry.

How will I be assessed?
You will be carrying out assessments throughout the year in preparation for your end of year practical assessment . You will also be assessed on your theory knowledge throughout the year, which will help prepare you for your final written test at the end of your course.

Are there any costs associated with this course?

Course fee: To be confirmed for 2020

Many of our courses can be studied for free, even if you are employed or self-employed, depending on your individual circumstances and the course you have chosen to study. Click here for more information.

This course can be paid in instalments.

Kit £160, Tunic £25.00 you must also wear full length black trousers and a full black shoe. You will have to provide files etc. for your course work and photographic evidence is required for practical assessments.
A payment scheme is available to help with the purchase of the kit  

Facilities:
At the Centre of Excellence for Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy we have refurbished contemporary facilities, including three hairdressing salons, two beauty salons ,two media make up studios and a nail salon. This provides students with the opportunity to run their own salons and showcase their skills to the public.