Overview
Hair and Beauty (Level 1)This course is designed to give an insight into the Hair and Beauty sector. Your year will be spent learning about hairdressing, beauty and make-up. You will learn about applying make-up, performing beauty treatments and styling hair.
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Entry requirements
3 GCSEs grades 9-1 and a keen interest in Hair and Beauty. Other relevant levels of qualification or experience will be considered.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through a variety of methods for each unit. There are exams on the course, these are multiple choice on a computer. Within each unit you will complete written tasks, and complete a set number of practical assessments.
Course content
What units will I study?
This course will give you an introduction to several different aspects of working in the hair and beauty sector.
The units that you will cover are:
- Temporary Hair Colour
- Retail Displays
- Health and Safety
- Hand Care
- Skin Care
- Shampoo and Conditioning
- Styling Hair
- Make-up Application
- Hair Plaiting
What additional work outside of college will I need to do?
You will be given short tasks to complete each week, which form the basis for your coursework.
Next steps
What have students who have taken this course in the past progressed onto?
Level 2 Beauty Therapy, Level 2 Hairdressing, Level 2 Hair and Media Make-Up.
What are the expected employment sectors for this course?
Working in a salon/spa, setting up a business, hair and beauty retail, cruise ships, Centre Parcs, hotels and spas.
Additional information
Equipment and other costs
You will need to purchase a kit. This will be used in all of your practical sessions, and is yours to keep at the end of the course.
You will also be required to purchase a t-shirt (£10.50) and to wear suitable black trousers and black shoes for each lesson,
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.
Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
Additional formats
Course information sheets are also available in large print and audio formats. Call us on 01234 291000 to order your copy.
