Apprenticeship in Hairdressing

This programme will provide the skills which will enable students to move into industry and become junior stylists.

The programme focuses on units of study which include:

• Make sure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety
• Give clients a positive impression of yourself and your organisation
• Advise and consult with clients
• Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
• Change hair colour
• Style and finish hair
• Set and dress hair
• Cut hair using basic techniques
• Full salon reception duties
• Develop and maintain your effectiveness at work  

All students must comply with Lincoln College salon regulations regarding the wearing of appropriate dress in the Hair & Beauty salons. The dress code for hair students is black trousers, black tunic and black shoes.
 

Entry Age 16+ It is advisable for students to have a GCSE in English of grade of C or above, a minimum of 2 other D grades and a suitable salon placement. Selection is subject to satisfactory interview, school report and character reference.

Supplier details and order forms for uniform will be sent to students as part of the enrolment process.

Your progress will be continually assessed through a series of written and practical activities.  There will be an element of external testing.

All apprentices will also follow a functional skills programme of Maths and English, Level 2 Award in Employment and Personal Learning at Work and Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

On successful completion of the programme, students can progress to the Diploma in Hairdressing Level 3.

Fees for the 2013/14 academic year are currently under review. Figures given below are indicative only and subject to change. Fees will be posted here as soon as they become available.