Level 1 Hairdressing
Entry requirements
You will be expected to have at least 2 GCSEs D-E and a keen interest in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy.
Course Details
If you want to start a career in Hairdressing or Beauty Therapy, then this course is an ideal starting point. You will get a good grounding in how things work in a salon, as well as learning a wide range of basic hairdressing and beauty skills. You will learn about the hair and beauty sector, how to present a professional image in a salon, shampooing and conditioning, styling hair, nail care and nail art, skin care, dressing hair, basic make-up application, face painting and plaiting hair. The course also involves some great enrichment and enterprise activities.
One or two salon uniforms and kits (depending on the course) are essential, plus text books. A list is available and students may purchase these through the College.
You can apply for courses in one of three ways:
- Use our online application system
- Download an application form, print it off, fill it in and send it to us
- Come in and fill in an application form in person
Students will be offered a place on an appropriate programme of study which best meets their learning needs and aspirations. For many of the programmes of study, there are minimum entry requirements. These requirements must be met and will be discussed at interview. More details in the Admissions Policy.