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Salon Management

Bury College

UCAS Code: SM01 | Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

Entry requirements


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64

64 UCAS points or equivalent in a Level 3 Beauty or Hairdressing qualification

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About this course


Course option

2years

Full-time | 2024

Subjects

Beauty therapy

Hair services

This course will prepare you with the skills and knowledge for effective salon management.

In the first year of the programme at Level 4 you will develop practical skills, knowledge and experience of current and emerging industry developments and trends. You will also prepare for study at Level 5 through the development of the knowledge and skills to be able to effectively manage a salon. You will develop your academic and study skills including undertaking research, academic writing and reflective practice. You will also develop an insight into the hairdressing and beauty industry through the undertaking of research.

In the second year of the programme at Level 5 you will prepare for employment or further study through the development of transferable knowledge and skills including management and entrepreneurship. You will develop leadership and management skills in order to be able to effectively manage a salon. You will also develop your skills in business, leadership and management and research skills to enhance employability and support career advancement and undertake a period of work experience.

Modules

You will cover the following topics:

• Advanced Epilation
• Colour Correction
• Fundamentals of Salon Operations
• Laser and Light Treatments for Skin Rejuvenation and Hair Removal Manage the Creation of a Hairstyle Collection
• Physiology of Ageing
• Professional and Academic Skills
• Technological Developments and Innovation
• The Hairdressing and Beauty Industry in Context
• Advanced Massage Technique
• Hair and Beauty Management and Career Development
• Hair and Scalp Specialists Services and Introduction to Trichology Leading and Managing Teams
• Managing Financial Resources in Salons
• Professional Practice: Work Related Practice
• Salon Management in Practice

Assessment methods

You will be assessed in a variety of ways including essays, reports, presentations and practical observations.

Tuition fees

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England
£8,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£8,250
per year
Scotland
£8,250
per year
Wales
£8,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Bury College

Department:

Creative and Service Industries

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