NPA Scalp, Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage SCQF level 5

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Assessment will be a combination of practical and knowledge assessments under closed- and open-book assessment conditions. See the assessment and evidence requirements for each unit.

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Centres will require a suitable realistic working environment in which learners can perform practical activities in conditions that reflect a real work environment. Simulation is not acceptable for any of the units within this qualification. The realistic working environment will require sufficient equipment, products, consumables and client base to give learners plenty of opportunity for practise to become assessment ready, and assessment of each unit contained within the NPA Scalp, Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage. Learners should have access to ICT, a variety of current publications and online resources to encourage and support a level of independent study. The assessor and internal verifier must be occupationally competent.

They should:

• hold an appropriate professional/technical qualification which demonstrates an in-depth technical knowledge of the qualification and/or its units and the standard of competencies required, for example National Certificate (NC) in Beauty Care at SCQF level 6, Scottish Vocational qualification (SVQ) in Beauty at SCQF level 6, Higher National Certificate (HNC)/Higher National Diploma (HND) in Beauty Therapy or equivalent.
• be able to interpret current working practices, technologies and products within the area of work and be committed to upholding the integrity of the qualification and/or its units.
• demonstrate competence in assessment and/or internal verification of the subject.
• have access to and engage with, continuous professional development activities, to keep up to date with developments and any issues relevant to the qualification and/or its units.

Learners should have access to ICT, a variety of current publications and online resources to encourage and support a level of independent study.

Why study this qualification?

The NPA in Scalp, Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage is designed for a wide range of learners, including:

• school leavers
• adults returning to education

The qualification is also suitable if you with wish to gain an introductory beauty qualification and prepare for progression within this vocational area. It will also give you the opportunity to specialise in a particular area, developing skills reflective of industry practice. 

You will develop consultation techniques which will enable you to consult effectively with clients to develop treatment plans, apply massage techniques which meet their needs, and give aftercare and specific homecare advice. 

Access

Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, due to health and safety considerations, it is recommended that the minimum age for this qualification is 16 years of age at the time of registration.

Learners would benefit from having attained the skills, knowledge and understanding required by one or more of the following or equivalent qualifications and/or experience: 

• NPA in Beauty and Hairstyling at SCQF level 4 (new)
• NPA in Cosmetology (G8GX 44) (lapsing)
• NPA in Beauty Skills (GF7F 44) (lapsing)

You could use this level 5 award to progress to:

• Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Beauty Therapy at SCQF level 5
• NC in Beauty Therapy Skills at SCQF level 5 (new)
• NC in Beauty Care and Make-up at SCQF level 5 (lapsing)
• other NPA awards or further study
• junior level employment with training.

• Current
• Lapsing

Learners should have access to ICT, a variety of current publications and online resources to encourage and support a level of independent study.