Hairdressing Level 1

Learn the essential skills of hairdressing, barbering and the beauty sector.

Learning in the College’s up-to-date and industry-standard salon, Eden, you will develop the essential basic skills to discover your career in the hair and beauty sector. Eden is a working salon open to members of the public, providing you with a real working environment and allowing you to gain a sense of how it will feel to work in the industry. The broad range of knowledge and skills gained will enable you either to seek employment or to progress to a relevant Level 2 course. You will improve your English and maths as well as developing your confidence in your ability to progress. There is an emphasis on supporting you in becoming an independent learner through individual planning, target setting and development.

Qualification Level 1 Certificate in Hairdressing & Barbering

Level 1 Certificate in the Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector

Duration One year

Course Content You will cover a diverse range of topics throughout your course. A selection of unit titles is shown below.

Level 1 Certificate in Hairdressing & Barbering • Shampoo & Condition Hair • Basic Techniques in Plaits/Twists • Blow Dry Hair • Assist with Hair Colour Services

Level 1 Certificate in the Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector • Colour Hair Using Temporary Colour • Create a Hair & Beauty Image • Nail Art Application

You will be assessed on a continuous basis by practical observation, oral questioning, assignments and written test papers. You will need to pass all areas of assessment. Completion of all assessments will be retained in a portfolio. This portfolio will be internally and externally verified.

All full-time students will be required to study maths and English at the appropriate level. Please see page 6 for more details.

Entry Requirements • GCSEs at grade 2 (grade E) or above in English and maths • All applicants will undergo an initial assessment in literacy and numeracy • Places will be offered following a satisfactory interview and attendance at a taster day • Applicants will be expected to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the chosen subject area

Progression Progression routes shown below are dependent on successful completion of qualifications and meeting entry criteria.

Study options may include: • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing • Intermediate Apprenticeship in Hairdressing • Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Employment options may include: • Junior Hair Stylist

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Course Costs Please note, the costs given below are subject to change.

Aged 16-18 years There are no tuition or examination fees | Materials Fee £130 and you will also be expected to buy your own equipment totalling approximately £300

Aged 19 or over (at the start of the course) Tuition Fee £945 | Materials Fee £130 and you will also be expected to buy your own equipment totalling approximately £300 | Registration/Exam Fee £167.

Did you know? You can use this Level 1 course as an entry route to an apprenticeship.

Find out more about apprenticeships in hairdressing overleaf.