Temporary Hair Removal Therapist

The purpose of this part qualification is to prepare a learner to function as a Temporary Hair Removal Therapist. A Temporary Hair Removal Therapist applies unwanted body and facial hair removal treatment to improve a person's appearance and self-esteem. A qualified learner will be able to: • Advise and provide an unwanted body and facial hair removal treatment to clients. • Set up and run a sustainable salon. • Apply and uphold OHS provisions in the salon. A qualified learner will demonstrate the following key attributes: • Customer Care. • Communication. • Professionalism. • Reliability. • Ethical.

The demand for Temporary Hair Removal Therapists is consistently on the rise in the beauty and cosmetology industry. It holds industry recognition as it directly aligns with employment opportunities. These skilled professionals offer temporary hair removal services to the clients. In the twenty-first century, the skills offered by Temporary Hair Removal Therapists are in high demand within the beauty and cosmetology sector, reflecting the ever-increasing need for their expertise. There are no similar qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework. This part qualification offers a structured framework for learners to cultivate essential competencies in temporary hair removal, which are vital in the Beauty and Cosmetology industry. Successful completion of this part qualification not only equips learners with these skills but also opens doors to various job opportunities within the Beauty and Cosmetology industry. Additionally, qualified individuals may choose to establish their businesses, thereby contributing to their communities' economy. Temporary Hair Removal Therapists play a pivotal role in enhancing the self-image of individuals, resulting in a more positive outlook and improved performance in both the job market and society as a whole. The Beauty and Cosmetology sector stands to gain significantly from the presence of skilled Temporary Hair Removal Therapists capable of meeting the diverse needs of their clientele. Competent Temporary Hair Removal Therapists have the potential to establish a strong local presence, characterised by service excellence. This part qualification places a strong emphasis on nurturing a culture of professionalism and service excellence within the Beauty and Cosmetology industry. The typical learners are the school leavers, unemployed persons, employed and self-employed persons. This part qualification was developed in consultation with the relevant Professional Body in the Beauty and Cosmetology industry to secure the competency requirements. Typical occupations in which the qualifying learner will operate (if relevant) include Temporary Hair Removal Therapy, Beauty Practice, Manual Skin Care Therapy, Eye Grooming Therapy, Makeup Consultancy, Nail Therapy. There is collaboration with relevant stakeholders such as TVET Colleges, Private Training Providers in the Beauty and Cosmetology Industry and Practising Beauty Therapists. Learners qualifying in this qualification may become Temporary Hair Removal Therapists, become Salon Managers or Entrepreneurs. Typical professions in which the qualifying learner will operate include Advance Aesthetic Therapist, Beauty Technologist, Nail Technician, Beauty Therapist and Somatologist.

• Provide a temporary hair removal service in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with occupational standards.
• Establish and manage a sustainable and compliant establishment in the beauty and cosmetology industry.
• Apply integumentary system and human anatomy as applicable to the specific area under treatment.
• Apply cosmetic chemistry as applicable to beauty therapy treatment.