Hairdressing: Straightening and Smoothing - Part-time

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Key details

Course area: Hair and Beauty
Student type: Courses for 19+ students
Course type: Part-time Further Education course
Course level: Entry Level

Course introduction

It is no longer possible to apply/enrol for this course as there are no course dates available. Please check back later as we may be offering it again in the future.

This course is perfect if you are wanting to refresh your current knowledge and learn new skills about straightening and smoothing.

You will learn:

Communication and consultation techniques
Contra-indications
Health, safety and hygiene
Preparation
Completing a straightening and smoothing service
Home and after care

You can expect a dedicated team of lecturers who still work in the industry, so have up to date skills and experience.

This will be a hands-on learning experience to ensure you get a solid grounding in the main straightening and smoothing techniques, using high quality products.

Practical skills will be assessed when carrying out the service on a client, and your knowledge will also be tested with a multiple-choice exam.

This qualification will also help you improve communication and customer service skills, awareness of environmental sustainability and commercial skills, all of which are valued by the industry.

Course information

Qualification

College Certificate

Entry Requirements

You must have:

A level 2 hairdressing qualification as a minimum
A keen interest in subject area.
Good dexterity
A informal chat with tutor

Teaching & Assessment

Assessment is by practical assessment and multiple-choice test.

Progression

After completing this course, progression in further study could include other courses such as colour correction and afro Caribbean care and styling, to further develop your skills and experience with a broad range of products.