Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy 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.

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. You will also engage in GEM and GAP activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

Course Content

Level 1 Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy – Course Content

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 (grades A*-G/9-1), including English and Maths, and an interview.

Kit Costs

Uniform: £40*
Practical Kit including make-up kit and text book: £143*

*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. Progression to an Apprenticeship programme is also an option at level 2. Progression to Level 2 in Hairdressing Cutting and Styling Services or Level 2 Beauty Therapy.

Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Level 1 (16-18 Year Old Learners)

Level	Level 1
Location	Colchester
Duration	One year
Study Mode	Full-Time
Campus	Colchester Institute
Start Date	September 2019
Fee(s)	16-18 years old study programme only: Free

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