Beauty Level 1

The college has a working salon open to the public, which provides you with a real working environment and allows you to gain a sense of how it will feel to work in the industry. 

There is an emphasis on supporting you in becoming an independent learner through individual planning, target setting and development. 

Students have a thriving programme of activities, trips and events that include taking part in national competitions with progression routes to international competitions. 

You will be invited to engage in projects with local clubs, schools and community groups to gain an insight into employability opportunities within the sector. The opportunity to run and lead such events will develop confidence and communication skills.

The course is made up of units that may include:

• Follow health and safety in the salon
• Introduction to the hair and beauty sector
• Providing basic manicure treatment
• Providing basic pedicure treatment
• Basic make-up application
• Skin care
• Working with others in the hair and beauty sector

Alongside your beauty 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 as well as increasing your confidence in career options.

When you have successfully completed this qualification you will have the opportunity to progress to the following VTCT qualifications: • 

Level 2 Beauty Therapy

Level 2 Beauty Therapy Make-Up 

Level 2 Nail Services 

Level 1 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Practical observations in a real working environment

Written assignments

Oral questioning

Online exams