NC Hairdressing Level 6

Why Study at West?

Prepare for the professional world of hairdressing by honing your skills in our cutting-edge salon facilities. Our expert lecturers collaborate with industry leaders, including Wella and other top brands, ensuring the delivery of the latest industry standards. With a wealth of experience as salon owners and freelance stylists, our lecturers provide practical insights and knowledge to get you industry ready.

Graduates have successfully entered roles in leading salons and renowned industry names as well as starting their own businesses. In collaboration with Bridge2Business, you'll acquire the skills to not only establish yourself as a qualified stylist but also excel in the industry with business knowledge and social media expertise.

What will I learn?

Increase your skills to the next level by completing Level 6 in Hairdressing building on your current practical skills the course will allow you develop your creative techniques whist working on clients within our salon environment.

The highly skilled lecturing team will mentor you through commercial salons and build confidence in working to commercial timelines, developing skills in consultation while working with clients.

You'll learn about:

• Creative Cutting
• Creative Colouring
• Commercial Salon
• Colour Correction
• Gents Hair Cutting

the course also includes a work placement

What qualifications do I need?

You'll need either NC Level 5 Hairdressing OR SVQ Level 2, or have equivalent industry experience. You'll need to demonstrate a passion for hairdressing and be keen to learn new skills.

Currently employed within a salon is essential.

Application will be considered on completion of successful informal interview and confirmation of current skill set.

Minimum age: 16* (*must turn 16 within 4 weeks of the course start date)

What can I do after?

After successfully completing this course you'll have the skills needed to get a role as a stylist or junior stylist.

Or you could develop your skills further by studying another course, such as:

• HNC Hairdressing
• HNC Fashion Makeup

SCQF 6

Programme Information

Start: August

End: June

Duration: 16 hours per week