Course overview

This course is needed to assist in the Well Being of the local community of the town of South Shields. This course really does give the learners the Feel-Good Factor as it helps to develop skills in areas that have not been explored. In todays present climate a lot of learners cannot afford the expense of visiting hairdressing salons or Beauty Salons. This course is designed to give the learners the under-pinning knowledge and basic skills to allow them to progress either into Further Education or Employment.

Course description

This course is to take place in the fantastic surroundings of a professional hair and beauty academy in the South Shields area of South Tyneside.

You will be guided through your course by our highly qualified hair and beauty lecturers, who have vast areas of knowledge from both sides of the industry. In this course you will learn the following, Understand the importance of health and safety when carrying out hair and beauty treatments,. You will be able to describe the different hair and make up treatments available in a salon. You will be able to identify products, tools and equipment for hair and make up services. You will discuss contra- indications that can affect hair styling/ pin ups and the suitability of clients for a service and you will perform make- up and hair styling services with confidence while meeting client requirements. This is a sixteen week course on a Monday afternoon, over three hours. The course could lead to employment of to Further Education.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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