Hair and Beauty - Options 2025
Hair & Beauty
Course Specification: VTCT Level 1/2 Technical Award in the Study of Hair and Beauty
Course contact: M Barratt Barratt.m@whiteroseacademies.org
Course Description:
Learners will explore design skills and techniques used within the hair and beauty sector to develop their skills in planning, carrying out research and presenting design brief ideas. They will also explore the business aspect of the hair and beauty sector and have the opportunity to investigate the principles of marketing and how entrepreneurship supports the hair and beauty sector, including how to select and design promotional activities and materials.
This course will be taught at Leeds West Academy
What will I learn?
The Award consists of three mandatory units:
Business and entrepreneurship in the Hair and Beauty sector
Anatomy, physiology and cosmetic science
Design in the Hair and Beauty sector.
How will I be assessed?
The three units are not individually assessed – learners will need to achieve a pass in both an external written exam and a synoptic written assignment – the marks for these will be added together and the total mark will determine the level and grade of achievement; this will ensure a wide range of abilities is recognised and rewarded.
Future Opportunities
The VTCT Level 1/2 Technical Award in the Study of Hair and Beauty is aimed at learners aged 14-16 who have an interest in developing a broad understanding of the hairdressing and beauty therapy sector and related industries, including retail, leisure, manufacturing and other personal care services.
Further Information
Please speak to Mr Barratt for further information