Skills for Work Hairdressing: National 5 (SCQF level 5)
Qualification information
National 5 Skills for Work: Hairdressing is an introductory qualification. It develops the skills, knowledge and attitudes, needed for work in the industry.
The Course provides a broad introduction to hairdressing, with practical experience of general salon duties, reception skills, communication and customer care. The focus is on experiencing the salon environment and developing vocational skills, knowledge and understanding. Candidates will develop their skills in shampooing, conditioning, basic scalp massage, drying hair, colouring hair and cutting hair, and will learn about current fashion trends, with the opportunity to experiment to produce an image that reflects these. Emphasis throughout all Units is on employability skills and attitudes.
At SCQF level 5, learners work alone or with others on straightforward tasks with support.
Qualification structure
Group Award code C252 75 (24 SCQF credit points)
The Skills for Work Course in Hairdressing at SCQF level 5 consists of four mandatory Units.
For further information on the structure and units of this qualification please refer to the Course Specification document (358 KB).
Assessment will be based mainly on practical activities in a salon environment. Performance evidence will be supported by tutor observation checklists. Candidates will also review their own performance and gather evidence in a folio.
Each Unit will be supported by a National Assessment Bank (NAB) item which will provide an assessment package and will exemplify the national standard.
There is no external assessment for this Course. Learners must successfully complete each Unit to achieve the Course.
Unit specifications provide detailed information on the Evidence Requirements for each Unit. The Unit Support Notes provide information on approaches to assessment for each Unit.
The Units are internally assessed by centres and externally verified by SQA.
