Job holders in this unit group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources of hairdressing salons, beauty treatment and similar establishments.

Entry Reqirements

Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

Typical Tasks

• Ensures financial accounts for the business are maintained.
• Demonstrates, advises on and sells hair and/or beauty products.
• Checks and maintains any equipment, and ensures that all safety requirements are met.
• Undertakes and/or directs hair treatments and/or beauty therapy.
• Ensures clients.
• Provides clients with information and advice on styles and treatments, and resolves any complaints or problems.
• Controls the allocation, training and remuneration of staff.
• Determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term needs.

Desired Skills

Learning Strategies, Active Listening, Writing, Monitoring, Active Learning, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Speaking, Mathematics, Science