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SEC Hairdressing and Beauty provides candidates with the underpinning knowledge related to basic hairdressing and beauty skills. By the end of the programme, candidates are expected to have gained sufficient skills and knowledge and be able to apply them.
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The study area SEC Hairdressing and Beauty is informed by the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).
Unit 1: Communication and Consultation
On completion of this unit, candidates will understand the importance of reception duties. They will be trained in welcoming clients, handling enquiries, taking appointments, dealing with clients, handling delivery payments, stock-taking and maintaining the appearance of a reception area whilst adopting a professional approach throughout.
Candidates will also learn basic anatomy of the structure and functions of the hair and skin. In this regard, they will carry out a client consultation and shall plan and prepare basic hairdressing and beauty treatments. Such treatments shall include hair plaiting and the application of day and specialised makeup. The adequate tools and products required to carry out the different procedures shall be explored.
The importance of Health and Safety shall be emphasized throughout the unit. Candidates will become familiar with workplace hazards and understand possible solutions required to minimise risks, including sterilisation and sanitation practices.
Unit 2: Shampooing, Conditioning and Face Care Treatment
This unit will introduce candidates to different diseases and disorders, the various contraindications to treatment, and the ways to recognise and deal with them. Techniques required in carrying out hair and skin analysis will be explored, leading to an understanding, and recognition of, different hair and skin conditions requiring a follow-up appointment and necessary aftercare advice based on the individual client’s needs.
Candidates will also acquire knowledge of various hair and beauty products, including their ingredients, use, effects, and repercussions when incorrectly used. Various massage movements and their related benefits shall be analysed providing learners with the opportunity to carry out a scalp massage and a face massage.
The importance of properly preparing the work area shall be emphasised before actually engaging in the provision of hair and beauty services. This shall include shampooing, conditioning and face-care treatments involving heat application and the use of various face masks.
Unit 3: Hair style and Nail treatment
This unit aims at providing candidates with an understanding of hair texture so that they can then plan and advise an appropriate hair style or cut based on the client’s needs, face shape and lifestyle. Due importance will be given to the identification of hair growth patterns and the use of appropriate tools required for styling and cutting.
The basic anatomy of the nail structure shall be explored with candidates eventually being able to identify some nail diseases, disorders and contraindications related to fingers and toes. Consequently, they shall also be equipped with the skills in planning and carrying out a basic manicure and pedicure for females and males, with the possibility of using different nail enamel finishes. Specialised hand and foot treatments will be identified to cater for various conditions in line with standard hygiene practices.
Candidates will also be trained in understanding the importance of, and providing professional aftercare advice in relation to hair and nails.
At the end of the programme, the student will be able to:
SEC Hairdressing and Beauty will cover all of the subject’s core syllabus including: Communication and Consultation, Shampooing, Conditioning and Face Care Treatment, and Hair style and Nail treatment. For a detailed breakdown of what each syllabus entails, click the links below:
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