Marking Criteria

Ladies' & Men's Hairdressing

Hairdressing covers both ladies' and men's hair. Important aspects of Hairdressing include correct cutting techniques, curling, colouring and barbering. Hairdressers must demonstrate creativity, imagination and technical ability combined with commercial awareness. Competitors will need to demonstrate understanding of fashion trends and new developments in their trade. Professional conduct is also very important.

Assessment Criteria   Tidiness   Creativity   Commercial aspects   Design and its application   Adherence to regulations   Scheduling   Professionalism

Competitors hold a vocational qualification for hairdressing and may be working as barbers, hairdressers, teachers or product consultants.