Qualifications

Bdts Ltd offer a range of programmes to suit all ability levels and age ranges. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, our trained staff will guide you towards the right programme for you.
Listed below are some of the qualifications on offer and a brief explanation of what they involve.

Hairdressing Foundation Learning (FL):

Entry to Employment gives you the skills to get a job, ideally as an apprentice, or move on to college. Foundation Learning (FL) gives support to improve work skills and maths and english if needed. It looks at your training needs and will build your confidence and ability to start your career.

Based at Christopher Paul Training you will work both in our training centre salon and also on placement with a commercial salon. You will work towards units of Level 1 NVQ or an equivalent qualification, dealing with clients and supporting stylists within the salon. You will develop personal skills to move forward to further training and employment. The programme will last upto 20 weeks..

Hairdressing - Apprenticeship:

Based in a commercial salon and attending Christopher Paul for theory and practical training you will work towards achieving an NVQ or Diploma at Level 2 and Functional / Key Skills in Maths and English. (Learners with maths and English Grades A-C will be exempt from Functional Skills) We will support you in finding an employer if you do not have one when you apply to us. The apprenticeship will give you the skills to work as a stylist within the industry. The programme lasts for upto 2 years. Learners will earn at least the minimum apprentice wage of £2.50 per hour (employed status)..

Hairdressing - Advanced Apprenticeship:

Many learners will progress from a Level 2 Apprenticeship to an Advanced Apprenticeship, either directly or as their work skills improve. At Advanced Level you will work towards an NVQ or Diploma at Level 3 in Hairdressing and Functional / Key Skills in Maths and English at Level 2. (Learners with maths and English Grades A-C within the last 5 years will be exempt from Functional Skills) You will attend workshops at Christopher Paul covering both theory and practical skills. Advanced Apprentices must be employed status

Hairdressing - Train to Gain / Adult Apprenticeship:

Train to Gain / Adult Apprenticeship programme gives employed people the opportunity to upgrade or accredit their existing skills by achieving an NVQ or Diploma at Level 2 and, in some instances Level 3. In Hairdressing you will attend workshops at Christopher Paul Training and will be assessed in company by one of our skilled tutors. Tests for the NVQ or Diploma can be taken either in your salon or in the centre.

Hairdressing - School Provision:

Christopher Paul Training work with many providing training as part of the 14-19 vocational programmes initiative. Learners work in our town centre training salon, attending 1 or 2 days per week, the remainder of their time is spent at school. Learners work towards units of Level 1 NVQ or an equivalent qualification in Hairdressing and this gives the a head start if they later wish to pursue a career in hairdressing.

NVQs:

National Vocational Qualifications are work based qualifications which prove that a person has the skills, knowledge and understanding to do their job well. They are nationally recognised which means employers across Britain accept them as formal qualifications, and they are required to work in some industries. They are also accepted by colleges as meeting entrance requirements at various levels. NVQs are available at Levels 1,2,3,& 4.

Functional / Key Skills:

Functional / Key Skills show your ability to perform across a range of subject areas, they are an integral part of Apprenticeship programmes in number and communication and are also available in personal skill areas such as ‘working with others’.

Technical Certificates:

‘Tech Certs’ show you have the knowledge required to perform within your job role and are a nationally recognised qualification linked to your industry.