Salon Management (Hairdressing Pathway) - Level 4 Diploma

The Salon Management (Hairdressing pathway) Level 4 Diploma is ideal for individuals who wish to extend their industry knowledge by developing advanced techniques that could lead to employment as a senior stylist or salon manager/owner.

You will learn skills such as colour correction, hair and scalp specialist services, quality, salon and sales management and Public Relations (PR)

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Core modules include:

• Quality Management of client care
• Hair colour correction
• Hair and scalp specialist services
• Management of health, safety and security in the salon
• Salon management
• Sales management
• Public Relations (PR)

You will need:

• A Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be assessed on the practical work you do in the beauty salon, as well as through observations, an e-portfolio, online testing, assignments, and oral questioning.

Adults - Level 4

This course may be free or reduced-cost for you if you meet certain conditions:

• If you are not working or have a low income. You need to show proof of your income or benefits.
• Residency rules apply. You need to show you have permission to live, work and study in the UK without conditions.
• There are some exceptions, such as certain visa types.

Check here which documents you need to show us, and which visa types are allowed.

If you do not meet the residency rules, you can still enrol on the course but you may have to pay some fees. All applicants are fee-assessed during enrolment.

If you are not eligible for a free or reduced-cost course, you need to pay the full fee yourself, or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Some courses have additional costs, such as for specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

On completion of this course, you will be able to progress into work as a salon manager or senior stylist. You may also want to progress and develop your skills in Beauty Therapy.