Study Guide

Objective

• The students have knowledge about the structure and function of the hair and know the basics of hair care
• The students are able to analyze the hair and scalp and carry out hair wash, hair care treatments and use basic hair styling techniques and tools
• The students command the basics of hair styling and blow drying techniques
• The students can use tools and appliances within hair design
• The students have knowledge of different hair care and hair styling products and their use
• The students are familiar with chemical safety, the aseptic techniques in hair care and follow a good industrial hygiene
• The students are aware of the profession of a hairdresser and the practical work in the field
• The students can apply, analyze and develop an approach that promotes economic, ecological and social sustainability and consumption for product use and services

Content

Structure and Function of Hair
Hair and Scalp
Hair Wash and Hair Care Treatment
Tools and Appliances within Hair Design
Hair Styling and Blow Drying Techniques
Styling and Hair Care Products
Chemical Safety and Aseptic Methods in Hair Care
Profession of a Hairdresser

Location and time

07.09.2024-01.11.2024 Campus Alere

Materials

Study material on Moodle and according to the teacher's instructions.
Students follow the thesis writing instructions for Novia UAS.

Teaching methods

Föreläsningar, demonstrationer, praktiska övningar, workshops, mood boards, portfolio, salongsarbete och teamwork.

Employer connections

Salon work with clients.
Alumni teacher from working life.

Exam schedules

Examination consists of submitted assignments, deadline in Autumn 2024.

Completion alternatives

Approved practical assignments and course assignments.
Group or individual feedback is given after finished course.

Student workload

The students work 27 hours / cr.
In class: 28 hrs
Salon work: 20 hrs
Self study: 87 hrs
Total: 135 hrs

Further information

More information is given at course introduction.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from own point of view

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is evaluated based on grades (0-5) for assignments (individual and / or team). The average of the grades for assignments form the final grade in the course.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignment and shows especially vague competences within the theme.
The assignment is inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated or contributed anything during the course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
The student has almost or has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates good or eminently good competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are good or eminently good.
The student has participated or participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment for content of the course and course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates excellent competence within the subject.
The content of submitted assignments are excellent and exceptionally executed.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment and interest for content of the course and course assignments.
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession.

Qualifications

No prior prerequisites