Overview

The Level 4 Diploma in Salon management is a qualification aimed at those who wish to proceed to employment as a salon manager or senior therapist. Learners will develop both the management and technical skills required to work in the role of a hair and beauty salon manager. It is a great progression course for anyone who has studied a Hair, Beauty or Complementary Therapy course at Level 3 and is looking to progress to a managerial role or to manage their own salon.

What Will I Study?

There are five mandatory units in this qualification, including: 

  • management of health, safety and security in the salon
  • quality management of client care in the hair and beauty sector
  • sales management in the hair and beauty sector
  • public relations in the hair and beauty sector
  • salon management. 

You will also have the opportunity to further develop your knowledge, understanding and skills by choosing from a range of optional units including:

  • research in the hair and beauty sector
  • salon design
  • IT and data handling for the hair and beauty sector
  • marketing
  • human resource management

In addition you can choose some technical modules, such as: airbrush make-up, permanent lashes, intimate waxing, micro-dermabrasion, prosthetic make-up, advanced epilation techniques, laser and light treatments, hair colour correction, manage the creation of a hair style collection, hair and scalp specialist services, and micro-pigmentation.

Entry Requirements

Applicants to this course should have achieved a hair and beauty related qualification at Level 3. You should also have a good level of English and Maths and good communication skills. Please contact us if you have any queries regarding entry criteria.

Materials

You may need to purchase a text book and a salon uniform. Further information will be provided at interview.

Progression

You could look for employment as a senior therapist or salon manager, or consider opening your own salon. You could also progress on to further study in the sector.

Fees

There are different payment options available for this course.

Payment Options: Level 4 Further Education (Non Degree Course)

Age 19-23 Age 24+
  • Advanced Learner Loan
  • Pay in Full
  • Instalment Plan