Careers in hair and beauty sector and related industries
Unit summary
This unit is designed to introduce learners to the diverse and exciting career opportunities available in the hair, beauty and associated industries. For many young people this will be their first chance to explore and understand the many and varied pathways, training routes, qualifications and progression routes available e.g. nail services, beauty therapy, spa therapy, hairdressing, barbering and services for African type hair.
Unit details
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07 Retail and Commercial Enterprise
Task-based controlled assessment
| Learning Outcome |
Assessment Criteria |
| 1 Be able to identify career opportunities in the hair and beauty sector. |
a Identify sources of information on careers within the hair and beauty sector.
b Carry out research on different careers in the hair and beauty sector.
c Describe potential career opportunities in the hair and beauty sector. |
| 2 Know the requirements of different roles within the hair and beauty sector. |
a Describe requirements and expectations of the hair and beauty sector.
b Identify the factors that may restrict entry into the hair and beauty sector. |
| 3 Be able to assess readiness to work in the hair and beauty sector. |
a Identify personal strengths and weaknesses in relation to hair and beauty sector expectations.
b Assess personal strengths and weaknesses against the expectations of different roles in the hair and beauty sector. |