Hairdressing Level 1

The college runs a commercial salon which is open to the public, providing you with a real working environment and allowing you to gain a sense of how it will feel to work in the industry. 

During the year, you will also complete an additional Welsh customer service qualification to equip you with the vital skills required for working in the industry in Wales.

We will also support you in becoming an independent learner through individual planning, target setting and development. 

By studying this course, you will have the opportunity to be part of a thriving programme of activities which involve visits and events that include taking part in national competitions which have the potential to progress to international competitions. 

This accredited course consists of six units studied over one year, which cover subjects such as:

• Prepare for hair services and maintain work areas
• Blow-dry hair
• Shampoo and conditioning hair
• Assist with hair colouring and lightening services

Alongside your hair qualification, you will be given the opportunity to improve your grades by either taking GCSE resits or Essential Skills in both literacy and numeracy, which will enable you to progress on to further courses and develop your confidence and career prospects.

This course focuses on providing you with the skills and knowledge needed to progress to higher level courses, apprenticeships and ultimately employment. 

Undertaking the right training at the start of your career is a great long-term investment in your career prospects. 

Progression to level two and level three courses are supported as are career prospects that involve commercial salons, television, film, theatre and media, cruise liners, and self-employment as well as home or mobile-based settings.

As part of this programme the following methods of assessment will be used:

• Practical examination
• Continuous assessments
• Portfolio of evidence
• Written assessments