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Somerset College

VRQ Level 1 Diploma in Hair and Beauty


  • Hair & Beauty
  • FE
  • 1
  • 1 Year (FT)
  • Foundation learning & Service industries
  • one year // full-time
  • City and Guilds
  • Somerset College
  • FT
  • College-based
  • September 2012

Who is this course for?

If you enjoy working with people and wonder what it would be like to carry out introductory beauty and hairdressing treatments then this is the course for you. Practical skills will include:

  • Skin care
  • Hand and foot treatments
  • Shampooing and conditioning
  • Styling and dressing out hair

 

Other aspects of this course include:

  • Functional Skills in English
  • Tutorials
  • Trips and visits

 

Teaching and Assessment

You will be taught and assessed through practical sessions working on each other and members of the public in a salon environment.  Written assignments are provided for each unit.

 

Career Opportunities

On successful completion you could progress on to Level 2 Beauty,  Level 2 Hairdressing or seek employment.

Entry Requirements

1 GCSE at grade A* to C together with a satisfactory school report. You will also need good communication skills and to promote a professional image.

Costs

You will need a professional salon uniform and kit - price on application.

Contact

Please contact the Administration Team on 01823 366348