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Unit Learning Outcomes
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1 — Know the career opportunities and working patterns within the hair and beauty sector.
Assessment Criteria
1.1: Occupational roles, for example:
hair roles
beauty roles
spa roles
supporting roles
1.2: Working patterns, for example:
full-time work
part-time work
shift work
freelance work
seasonal work
1.3: Main career opportunities, for example:
salon-based careers
freelance careers
retail careers
1.4: Sources of information on training and career opportunities, for example:
online resources
educational institutions
industry events
professional associations
local salons
2 — Know the main hairdressing services and beauty treatments.
Assessment Criteria
2.1: Types of salons and the types of clients, for example: