A broad and comprehensive understanding of the hair and beauty sector
A significant knowledge core which spans the vocational sector and related industries
The business aspect of the hair and beauty sector and have the opportunity to investigate the principles of marketing and how entrepreneurship supports the hair and beauty sector, including how to select and design promotional activities and materials.
Academic and study skills that will support progression within the hair and beauty sector and more broadly
This qualification consists of three mandatory units
UCO90 – Business and entrepreneurship in the hair and beauty sector
This unit will enable learners to develop knowledge and understanding of business principles, types of businesses, marketing and entrepreneurship and different business opportunities within the hair and beauty sector.
UCO91 – Anatomy, physiology and cosmetic science
This unit will enable learners to develop knowledge and understanding of cosmetic chemistry, the role of the integumentary system and the development of hair and beauty products
UCO92 – Design in the hair and beauty sector
This unit will enable learners to develop knowledge and understanding of the purpose, principles and development of design briefs for the hair and beauty sector, including how to present and communicate design brief ideas and concepts to a range of audiences and develop analytical, reflective and evaluative skills.
The three units are not individually assessed – learners will need to achieve a pass in both an external written exam and a synoptic written assignment (NEA) – the marks for these will be added together and the total mark will determine the level and grade of achievement; this will ensure a wide range of abilities is recognised and rewarded. There are no optional units.
Link to the Specification
https://qualifications.vtct.org.uk/finder/qualfinder/1Qualification%20Specification/CO2A5.pdf
St Peter's School
St Peter's Road, Huntingdon
Cambridgeshire PE29 7DD
St Peter’s School is part of The Cam Academy Trust, a company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales with company number 0749 1945.
The registered oce is at St Peter’s School, St Peter's Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE29 7DD
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