Introduction into Hair and Beauty Level 1

This programme is designed to provide basic skills and a starting point in your training to become a beauty therapist or a junior stylist. The programme enables you to cover a broad overview of hairdressing and beauty therapy at Level 1 in order to allow you to progress on to the Level 2 and 3 qualifications.

 

Course Info
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Introduction into Hair and Beauty Level 1 (16-18 Year Old Learners)
LevelLevel 1
LocationColchester
DurationOne year
Study ModeFull-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2025
Fee(s)16-18 years old study programme only: Free
What Will I Learn?

You are taught through a number of practical sessions and assessments in our industry-standard salon, alongside classroom sessions and guided assignments. Alongside your main study programme you will also engage in activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

Learning requires students to practice on each other to develop practical skills, before progressing onto external clients.

Course Content

Introduction into Hair and Beauty Level 1 – Course Content includes

  • Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector
  • Presenting a Professional Image in a Salon
  • Following Health and Safety Practice in the Salon
  • Working with Others
  • Creating an Image Using Hair and Beauty Techniques
  • Providing Skin Care
  • Applying Basic Make-up
  • Providing Basic Manicure
  • Salon Reception Duties
  • Shampoo and Condition
  • Colour in the Hair and Beauty Sector
  • Styling Women’s Hair
  • Colour Hair using Temporary Colour
Entry Requirements

3 GCSEs (9-1) including English and Maths, or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent and an interview.

Kit Costs

Uniform: £40*
Practical Kit including make-up kit and text book: £170*

*All prices indicated must be considered as estimated and prices may change without notice.

What Can I Do Next?

Further study and training to level 2 is recommended.

Learners can progress onto Level 2 in Hairdressing Cutting and Styling Services or Level 2 Beauty Therapy.

Progression to an Apprenticeship programme is also an option at level 2.

Fees and Finance

Students’ college education is funded for three academic years after leaving secondary school in year 11. Please click the button below which will apply to your age on the 31st August 2025 in order to find out more information about fees and finance relating to your course.

This is a 16-18 years old study programme only.

Disclaimer

All fees, prices and funding information shown on this page are for courses starting in the 2024-25 academic year unless stated otherwise, and are correct at the time of entering/printing information, however these may be subject to change due to factors outside of our control. The College cannot accept legal or financial liability as a result of any such changes.

Courses fees are generally not confirmed for September until June / July due to the above factors.

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