
Useful information
Ages
19 or over
Sector
Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
Level
Level 4
Delivery Method
Blended
Breakdown of Hours
9.30am – 5.00pm (30 minutes lunch )
Course Length
1 days a week for 35 weeks
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Course Overview
The VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management is an advanced qualification that has been specifically designed for existing or aspiring salon managers. Throughout this qualification you will plan the management of products and services for your salon by; analysing data for planning purposes, set operational objectives, monitor working practices, evaluate stock control and equipment levels and provide recommendations to increase salon revenue.
You will research, monitor and recommend improvements to ensure the health, safety and security, the quality of client care and management of sales for your salon. From the optional unit section of this qualification you have the opportunity to select an area of study which is most relevant to your business needs. This could be; the interesting area of research into the latest products and techniques, public relations (PR), IT and data handling, human resources, salon design and marketing for the hair and beauty sector. Alternatively, you may wish to develop your advanced technical skills in, for example, hair colour correction, micro dermabrasion or laser and light treatments. This qualification is suitable for hairdressers, barbers, beauty therapists and nail technicians.
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Who is this course for?
This qualification is suitable for hairdressers, barbers, beauty therapists and nail technicians. Units in this qualification have been mapped to the relevant NOS (where applicable). This qualification is accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). This qualification is approved and supported by the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA), the standard setting body for hair, beauty, nails and spa qualifications.
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Course Benefits
- Gain a nationally recognise qualification.
- Study in a purpose built working salon environment.
- Highly experienced and qualified Subject Tutors are assigned to you to ensure you have the support needed to succeed.
- Develop industry current Salon Management skills and equip yourself with a wide range of knowledge to prepare you to progress into a management position or to set up your own business in the Beauty Therapy, Nails, Hairdressing, Barber, or Spa Sector.
- Establish a long-standing career pathway within the Beauty Therapy, Nails, Hairdressing, Barber, or Spa sectors.
- Studying this course at Level 4 will enhance both your personal skills and professional development.
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Entry Requirements
- This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 or above
- You are expected to hold a Level 3 qualification in a relevant discipline, or significant industry experience prior to undertaking this qualification. Your centre will have ensured that you have the required knowledge, understanding and skills to enrol and successfully achieve this qualification.
- Learners should also have basic skills in literacy skills to at least Level 2 and numeracy to at least level 1 to complete this Level 4 Qualification. An initial assessment will be undertaken prior to starting the course to ensure learners reading, writing, speaking and listening and numeracy skills are sufficient to ensure they are able to complete the course
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Assessment Methods
You will be assessed by demonstrating you have knowledge and understanding of the units of the course. This will be completed by completing assignments, online exams.
Mandatory units which will be covered are;
• Management of health, safety and security in the salon
• Quality management of client care in the hair and beauty sector
• Sales management in the hair and beauty sector
• Public relations (PR) in the hair and beauty sector
• Salon management
Optional units for this Diploma are:
• Research in the hair and beauty sector
• Salon design for the hair and beauty sector
You will need to compile a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate you have covered all theory requirements for the course.
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Qualifications
Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management VTCT/ITEC
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Career Opportunities and Further Study
Progression opportunities: When you have successfully completed this qualification you will be in a position to either:
• Move into paid employment
• Accept additional responsibilities within your salon
• Aspire to promotion
• Use this as a platform for continued higher education studies
Progression job opportunities: This qualification has been designed specifically for the hair and beauty related industries, to work as a salon manager. This is an excellent platform for:
• You to provide salon management leadership
• CPD
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Location
Croydon. Face to face in the classroom/salon environment, with some online classroom sessions delivered via google classroom.
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Price and Funding
£3345
Funded via the Advanced Learner Loan. Available for learners who are:- aged 19 years or over
- must have been living in the UK for a minimum 3 years.
- If the learner is not a British citizen, they must not have any restrictions on how long they may remain in the UK (unless exceptions apply, such as refugee status). Please email referrals to info@londonlc.org.uk or call the Recruitment Team on 0208 774 4040
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Age Requirements
People aged 19 or over