HAIR & BEAUTY
Level 1

  • Duration - 34 weeks
  • Full or Part Time? - FT
  • Start Date - 01/09/2026
  • Course Discussion Required - Yes

Our level 1 course is a great introduction to the hairdressing and beauty therapy industries. Whilst also studying maths, English and developing your Employability skills, you will be getting fully prepared for studying either Hairdressing or Beauty Therapy at Level 2.

2 GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, maths and English at grade 1 or completion of Aspire course and maths and English at grade 1. You also require a successful interview and satisfactory reference.

Following successful completion of the course you may progress on to a level 2 course, in either hairdressing or beauty therapy

On-line examinations

Qualification: Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector

Awarded by: VTCT

More about the course

You will study a combination of units to complete your Level 1 Diploma.
Introduction to the hair and beauty sector
Presenting a professional image in a salon
Shampoo and conditioning
Skin care
Style hair using hairdressing techniques
Basic make-up application
Nail art application
Create an image using colour for the hair and beauty
sector
Providing basic manicure treatment
Colour hair using temporary colour
Salon reception duties
Working with others in the hair and beauty sector
The art of dressing hair

We offer specialist vocational qualifications and you would study only one of these during your time with us. You apply for one course per application but if you are undecided you can submit multiple applications for different courses. However, you would need to choose one subject before you enrol. .

How to apply