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VTCT Diploma in Hairdressing, Level 1

If the hairdressing industry is one you'd like to pursue but you're wondering how to enter the workforce, this course is for you. The primary outcome of the VTCT Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing is to prepare you to progress to the next level of vocational learning. All the units within this qualification directly relate to the hairdressing industry. With further progression as well as…

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Your learning, in focus

What you’ll do

  1. Style & finish

    Practise shampooing, conditioning, dressing and styling hair.

  2. Work with clients

    Learn salon reception, product promotion and client service.

  3. Build practical experience

    Develop skills with other learners before working with paying clients.

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Is this course for me?

If the hairdressing industry is one you'd like to pursue but you're wondering how to enter the workforce, this course is for you. The primary outcome of the VTCT Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing is to prepare you to progress to the next level of vocational learning. All the units within this qualification directly relate to the hairdressing industry. With further progression as well as the skills and qualification gained on this course, in time you will be able to work as a fully qualified Hairdresser either for a business or self-employed.

What you will learn

This Level 1 Hairdressing course covers a variety of elements and topics to ensure that upon completion, learners are confident with their knowledge and skills to progress to their next steps. If enrolled on this programme, units you can expect to study include the following:

  • Health and safety in the salon
  • Introduction to the Hair and Beauty sector
  • Shampoo and conditioning
  • Colour hair using temporary colour
  • Styling women's hair
  • The art of dressing hair
  • Salon reception duties
  • Promote products and services to clients in the salon
  • Plaiting and twisting hair
  • Styling men's hair 
  • Creating an image

Please note that learners are expected to work on each other initially to gain practical experience before they work on paying clients in The Princes Salons. Learners will also complete a minimum of 30 hours work related experience. 

Your qualification

VTCT Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing

Additional qualifications

You will study Life Skills and also continue to study maths and English qualification if you have not already achieved a Grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 2. 

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Entry requirements

Alternative entry routes

2 GCSEs

9–2

Grades

  • English and Maths
or

Alternative qualification

Level 1

Functional Skills

  • English and Maths
Full entry requirements

2 GCSEs grades 9-2 in English and Maths OR  Functional Skills Level 1 in English and Maths.

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How you’ll be assessed

  • Online exams
  • Practical assessments
  • Assignments

The course is assessed through online examinations and a range of practical assessments and assignments in a real working environment. You should be prepared to give and receive treatments. 

Where it could lead

Progression to further study could include the Level 2 qualification in hairdressing or beauty therapy. 

 

Fees, funding & support

Tuition for ages 16–18

£0

For eligible 16–18-year-olds. Aged 19 or over? Ask the college for your tuition fee.

Other published costs

Uniform
£74
Kit
£152.50
Trips
£47

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