Qualification: A Level
Exam Board: AQA
This is a qualification that reflects a modern and evolving society. The aim of the course is to take a broad view of design and technology, to develop your capacity to design and make products and to appreciate the complex relations between design, materials, manufacture and marketing. You will be able to recognise design needs and develop an understanding of how current global issues, including integrating technology, impacts on today’s world. You will develop the confidence to innovate and produce creative design solutions as you develop your own design brief for a client/end user.
Paper 1
Technical principles - how it's assessed
Questions Mixture of short answer and extended response.
Paper 2
Designing and making principles - how it's assessed
Questions are a mixture of short answer and extended response questions.
Section A:
Section B:
NEA (Non-Examined Assessment)
Practical application of technical principles, designing and making principles
Written or digital design portfolio and photographic evidence of final prototype.
Not only does this course give you outstanding experience in designing and making in new exciting way, it opens up a range of possibilities on leaving school in careers such as:
Architecture, Advertising, Fashion Design, Graphic Designer, Web Design, Typographer, Interior Design, Jeweller, Ceramicist, Product Engineer, Furniture Designer, Packaging, Communications, Film, Software, Transport, Product Engineering, Landscape, etc. The subject gives you a firm grounding in the skills of creativity problem-solving, communication and ICT which would apply to all careers.
https://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/design-and-technology/specifications/AQA-7552-SP-2017.PDF
Not only does this course give students outstanding experience in designing and making in new exciting way, it opens up a range of possibilities on leaving school in careers such as:
Architecture, Advertising, Fashion Design, Graphic Designer, Web Design, Typographer, Interior Design, Jeweller, Ceramicist, Product Engineer, Furniture Designer, Packaging, Communications, Film, Software, Transport, Product Engineering, Landscape, etc. The subject gives students a firm grounding in the skills of creativity problem-solving, communication and ICT which would apply to all careers. In a time when employers look for people who can add value, this is the subject that could give students their USP.
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing is a technical level qualification aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career as an employed and/or self-employed hairdresser/stylist.
Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to consult with clients, provide a range of cutting and colouring services, and set, dress and finish the hair. Learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving and research skills will also be developed.
In addition to completing mandatory units, you are required to complete one optional unit. A variety of optional units are available which include (this list is not exhaustive): colour correction services, hair and scalp treatments, hair extension services, men's cutting services, occasion hair services, managing a commercial column and social media marketing.
There will be 2 external examinations, graded practical assessment for each unit, a graded synoptic assessment, and a service portfolio.
Learners who achieve this qualification are eligible to become a State Registered Hairdresser (SRH) with The Hair Council. As a senior hairdresser/stylist, learners could progress directly into employment in a variety of contexts, which include:
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Nail Technologies is a technical level qualification aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career as an employed and/or self-employed nail technician.
Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to consult with clients and successfully promote and retail products. Learners will develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of a wide range of nail enhancement treatments including application of light cured gel and liquid and powder to create a nail extension, electric filing, gel polish and nail art, whilst looking in greater depth at the science behind these services.
Learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, their awareness of environmental sustainability and their commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem solving and research skills will also be developed.
Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:
In addition to completing mandatory units, learners are required to complete two optional units. A variety of optional units are available which include (this list is not exhaustive): contribute to the effective running of a business, spray tanning, working with colleagues in the beauty related industry, how to set up and run a new business, salon reception duties and managing a commercial column.
There will be 2 external examinations, graded practical assessment for each unit, a graded synoptic assessment, and a service portfolio.
Learners who achieve this qualification are eligible to become members of the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) or Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT). As a nail technician, learners could progress directly into employment in a variety of contexts, which include:
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical and Media Make-up is a technical level qualification aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career as an employed and/or self-employed make-up artist providing hair and make-up services in the media, theatre and performing arts, fashion, and photographic industries.
Learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy, physiology, and health and safety. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to consult with clients, successfully promote and retail products, and provide a range of creative make-up services in media, theatre, fashion, and photographic settings. Learners will also style and fit hair pieces and apply false eyelashes as well as understand the related cosmetic science that underpins the subject. In parallel
Learners will develop their communication and customer service skills, awareness of environmental sustainability and commercial skills, which employers value highly. Problem-solving and research skills will also be developed
Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:
There will be 2 external examinations, a graded practical assessment for each unit, a graded synoptic assessment, and a service portfolio.
Learners who achieve this qualification are eligible to become members of the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) or the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT). As make-up artists, learners could progress directly into employment in a variety of contexts, which include:
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