Entry requirements
No formal qualifications required.
Why take this course?
This programme is aimed at those who wish to learn the basic skills for styling hair. It will focus on the correct way to use a hairdryer and heated equipment to style, the science behind styling and product knowledge.
It will introduce you to a range of techniques to style the hair to a high standard, the science and the effect it has on the hair structure. You will perform a variety of different styles, learn new techniques, using the most up to date equipment and products.
What you will experience
You will experience:
- One to one support and guidance for styling
- Demonstrations to blow-dry, style the hair using heated equipment
- Understand the science behind styling hair and the effect styling has on the hair structure
- Establish an understanding for the correct sectioning techniques to use to create a variety of styles
This course will develop your skills and confidence.
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before booking this course.
Course requirements
Please wear appropriate clothing – preferably all black and closed toe flat black shoes.
Fee Waiver (Remission of Fees)
Your course may be free if you are not a full time student with NESCol and you are : in receipt of benefits; or care-experienced; or your household taxable income falls below defined levels.
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
On successful completion of this course, you may want to consider further study or hairdressing on a full-time or part-time course, such as
Level 1 Certificate in Hairdressing (Broadly compared to SCQF Level 4) or Level 2 Diploma for Hairdressing (Broadly compared to SCQF Level 5) or SVQ Level 2 Barbering (Broadly compared to SCQF Level 5).
Employment
Successful completion of this course may assist you in obtaining employment in a salon.
Student Stories
Iona Timmins
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
Hairdressing Level 2 , SCQF Level 5
“If you are thinking about becoming an apprentice at an older age, allow yourself to achieve it.”
Read more about Iona's story
Emma Robertson
Customer Focused
Beauty Therapy Techniques
“The course, students and staff combined made for such a brilliant experience. The facilities at NESCol are excellent and being able to develop your skills in a real life salon environment with clients is invaluable. I can’t recommend College enough – regardless of the industry you want to go into it is a positive, inspiring environment to study in and can open the door to so many career opportunities.“
Read more about Emma's story
Kimberley Rodgers
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
Introduction to Manicure
“Anyone can do the course – it’s great for anyone who wants to learn something new for themselves.”
Read more about Kimberley's story
Julie Ingram
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
Body & Spa Therapies (VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Body & Spa Techniques)
“I think my story shows the diversity a career in Beauty Therapy can offer. Not only can it allow you to travel, work anywhere in the world, but also give you the choice to work in an established salon or set up your own business and become your own boss. The opportunities are endless. It’s such a fun, rewarding career and the job satisfaction from making your client feel better about themselves is priceless. “
Read more about Julie's story
Paige Dixon
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
Hairdressing Apprenticeship
“I really enjoyed being in the salon and doing all on the job training, it was really good.”
Read more about Paige's story
HNC Complementary Therapies graduates
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
HNC Complementary Therapies
The first group of HNC Complementary Therapies students graduated from NESCol.
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Applications
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