Level 1 Hairdressing

A minimum of one GCSE at grade 4 or above

Studying hairdressing can set you up for a career in a rewarding industry with potential for traditional salon work, emerging treatments and entrepreneurship. This course is aimed at those students with no prior salon experience. Our expert teachers will guide you through the requirements of this course and help you progress onto the Level 2 and 3 courses in our industry style facilities. Alternatively, this course can help you gain an apprenticeship within a hair salon or barbers.

You will work in the Training Academy assisting Level 2 and 3 students and could work in Evolve, our on-campus salon, where you will develop employability skills. You will enhance your skills and knowledge by also undertaking reception duties, shampooing, conditioning, styling, blow-drying and teamwork.

You will continue to develop your Maths and English skills and study GCSEs in Maths and English if you have not already achieved a grade 4.

Assessment will be continual in the form of practical observations on paying clients with online exams and written coursework assignments in our Hair and Beauty Training Academy.

It is an expectation of professional practice to wear a uniform whilst working in our academy. It is advisable to purchase a kit to allow you to practise your skills in and out of College. Order forms are available on the website.

There are a wide range of roles within the industry, ranging from stylist, colour technician, hairdressing educator to salon manager. Upon the successful completion of this course, you will have the option to progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Men’s and Women’s Hairdressing.

We offer trips to The Clothes Show, Hair, Beauty and Barber UK when travel allows

You will have the opportunity to participate in in-house and national competitions.

Level 1 students are expected to complete a full week of work experience during their course.

You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk