Hair & Beauty
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This qualification allows you to explore the exciting world of hair and beauty and the environment in which its industries operate.
You will study how hair and beauty has developed from ancient times to the present day and develop hair styling, make-up and manicure technical skills to produce your own photographic image. You will explore ethics of product testing, effects of ingredients on hair and skin and how disorders of the hair and skin can impact services.
This qualification has three units:
• Exploring the world of hair and beauty
• Science of hair and beauty
• Design in the hair and beauty sector
The qualification develops the following knowledge, understanding and skills:
• specific services carried out within the hair and beauty sectors, roles and responsibilities and typical working patterns
• evolution of hair and beauty from use in ancient times to the mid-90s
• how technological advancements, changes to the economy, and social factors have influenced the sector
• chemistry of cosmetics and biology related to hair and beauty
• uses of design and images for business use
• technical hair styling, make-up and manicure skills.
Which subjects will complement this course?
GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry, Business Studies, Computer Science and Graphic Design will complement this qualification.
How is the course graded?
The course assessment is 60% coursework (20% of this is practical) and 40% exam and will be graded by Pass, Merit and Distinction.
Unit 201 Exploring the world of hair and beauty
The purpose of this unit is for learners to explore the exciting world of hair and beauty and the global environment in which its industries operate. They will explore key features of typical hair and beauty businesses and know how a range of trades and industries link to the
sector. They will study how hair and beauty has developed from ancient times to the present day and understand how technological advancements have changed and shaped the range of products and services on offer today. For most young people this will be the first time they have researched a customer led business and, through a journey of discovery, they will identify how iconic eras have shaped this dynamic sector. Along with this, learners will discover how technological advancements, changes to the economy and social factors have influenced the delivery of hair and beauty treatments and services.
Unit 202 Science of Hair and Beauty
The purpose of this unit is to encourage learners to explore the relevance of the associated sciences in hair and beauty and how science influences the development of products in the hairdressing and cosmetic industry. The study of the application of science in the hairdressing and cosmetic industry should promote an understanding of the commercial application of science and how it may affect personal decisions that are not solely related to hair and beauty. The process of how to set up and conduct a scientific experiment will be introduced; this will include the method of investigation, analysis of data and drawing of conclusions. Learners will carry out pH testing on a range of products, compare the results and relate each to their effects on hair and skin. They will explore typical tests carried out in the sector and investigate the properties of ingredients in cosmetics. Learners will also have the opportunity to debate the ethics of product testing. On completion of this unit the learner will be able to identify and apply the sciences related to hair and beauty. Additionally, they will be able to transfer their learning and identify the influence of science in a range of contexts.
Unit 203 Design in the hair and beauty sector
The purpose of this unit is for learners to explore the creative world of design used in business. Learners will have the opportunity to plan and create their own design image using technical hair and beauty skills. Design within the hair and beauty sector is exciting and creative and learners will explore ideas, perspectives, attitudes and images which promote businesses, products and services. Many businesses rely extensively on visual imagery to showcase branding globally; this unit will allow learners to develop transferrable skills which are valuable in many other businesses. Learners will develop skills to plan and implement a design image and demonstrate their imaginative and creative skills. Whilst creating their image, they will demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative and/or as part of a team. Learners will also develop their communication skills by their interaction with other audiences and the production of written reports. Learners will also draw on wider skills such as research, analysis and evaluation.
Learners may be introduced to this unit by asking themselves questions such as:
• How will I be able to develop ideas for design images?
• What opportunities are there in the hair and beauty sector for designing images?
• How can I apply my creative design skills to the business world?
Delivery of course
All course content is delivered throughout Year 10 and a continuous assessment at the end of each unit
Mock exam will be taken at the end of Year 10 and in December of year 11
Mock coursework will start in September of Year 11 and feedback will be given on how to improve
Coursework will start in Jan of Year 11, and the assignment is set by City & Guilds
Final exam will be taken in June of Year 11