Harpurhey Campus
(Full Time - 1 year)
This course is the Foundation Year for our brand-new T Level in Hairdressing and T Level in Barbering in our Industry Excellence Academy.
You will study hairdressing, maths and English and participate in work experience to prepare you for progression to the Level 3 T Level.
This course will teach you to:
- Develop enterprising ideas for business development opportunities in hair and beauty
- Promote hair and beauty services to meet client needs
- Apply hair and beauty skills to meet client needs
Achieved 3 GCSEs grade 4 or above and GCSE English and Maths grade 3 or above.
Work Experience is a vital part of the course, and you will be supported in finding a work placement relevant to your study.
Each student will create a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates achievement of all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria associated with each unit.
Upon successful completion of this qualification, learners can progress to T Level – Hairdressing - Industry Excellence Academy and T Level - Barbering - Industry Excellence Academy
Careers pageKit and uniform will be required for this course.
If you need help with affording college, there are a number of different finance and funding options available to you. You might be eligible for special bursary support or extra help from the government. Have a look at our fees, finance & funding page to find out all the information you need.
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In one of The Manchester College’s 19 Centres of Excellence you’ll develop the skills and gain the qualifications that you need to take the next steps towards your dream career.
Learn moreIn our unique Industry Excellence Academy you’ll benefit from a programme of study that has been co-developed, and is co-delivered, with one of our industry partners.
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When there is always a demand to look good and feel great, you'll find rewarding careers for hairdressers and beauty therapies all across Greater Manchester and the North West.