Units of Study for NVQ Level 2 – Hairdressing and Barbering

  • G20 Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety
  • G17 Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organisation
  • G7 Advise and consult with clients
  • GH8 Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
  • GH9 Change hair colour/GB2 Change men’s hair colour
  • GH10 Style and finish hair/GB5 Dry and finish men’s hair
  • GH11 Set and dress hair/GB4 Cut facial hair to shape using basic techniques
  • GH12 Cut hair using basic techniques/GB3 Cut hair using basic barbering techniques
  • GH13 Plait and twist hair
  • G4 Fulfil salon reception duties

Units of Study for NVQ Level 3 – Hairdressing

The units of study at NVQ Level 3 are based upon the requirements of the individual’s employment situation. A wide selection of units are available, please contact us for more details and a personal assessment.

Units of Study for NVQ Level 2 – Beauty Therapy

  • G20 Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety
  • G18 Promote additional products or services to customers
  • G8 Develop and maintain effectiveness at work
  • B4 Provide facial skin care treatment
  • B5 Enhance the appearance of eyebrows and eyelashes
  • B6 Carry out waxing services
  • N2 Provide manicure services
  • N3 Provide pedicure services
  • B8 Provide make-up services
  • G4 Fulfil salon reception duties

Units of Study for NVQ Level 3 – Beauty Therapy

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  • G22 Monitor procedures to safely control work operations
  • H32 Contribute to the planning and implementation of promotional activities
  • B20 Provide body massage
  • B23 Provide Indian Head Massage
  • B24 Carry out massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils
  • B28 Provide stone therapy treatments
  • B14 Provide facial electrical treatments