The VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management is an advanced qualification that has been specifically designed for existing or aspiring salon managers or used as a platform for continued higher education studies. This qualification is suitable for hairdressing, beauty therapy, and media make-up students.
Career Destinations
This qualification has been designed specifically for the hair and beauty related industries, to work as a salon manager. This is an excellent platform for:
- You to provide salon management leadership
- CPD
What can I do next?
When you have successfully completed this qualification, you will be able to either:
- Move into paid employment
- Accept additional responsibilities within your salon
- Aspire to promotion
- Use this as a platform for continued higher education studies
What will I be doing?
Throughout this qualification you will plan the management of products and services for your salon by; analysing data for planning purposes, set operational objectives, monitor working practices, evaluate stock control and equipment levels and provide recommendations to increase salon revenue.
You will research, monitor, and recommend improvements to ensure the health, safety and security, the quality of client care and management of sales for your salon.
There are optional units in this qualification that are selected on an area of study which is most relevant to suit business needs. This could be the interesting area of research into the latest products and techniques, public relations (PR), IT and data handling, human resources, salon design and marketing for the hair and beauty sector. Alternatively, you may wish to develop your advanced technical skills in, for example, hair colour correction or applying prosthetic pieces and bald caps.
Added Extras
This qualification is approved and supported by the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA), the standard setting body for hair, beauty, nails, and spa qualifications.
How will I be assessed?
VTCT qualifications are assessed and verified by centre staff. Work will be set to improve your practical skills, knowledge and understanding. For practical elements, you will be observed by your assessor. All your work must be collected in a portfolio of evidence and cross referenced to requirements listed in this record of assessment book.
Entry requirements
You are expected to hold a Level 3 qualification in a relevant discipline, or significant industry experience prior to undertaking this qualification.
- Grade 4 in English
- Grade 4 In Maths
What do I need to bring?
- Personal Stationery
- Textbook will be available to be purchased by student on enrolment
Fee Information
2024/25 fees for this course are currently £ 2882.00, please enquire as to the current fees when applying.
Students undertaking this programme may be eligible for the Advanced Learner Loan.
Funding is also available as a fee waiver, for more information, contact our Information Team on 01992 411411 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
These fees are indicative of the 2024-25 costs and may be subject to change
