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Level 1 Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy (Certificate)

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HAIR101A.SP
HAIR101A.SP

Start Date

07/09/2026
06/09/2027

End Date

23/06/2027
21/06/2028

Location

Ware Campus
Ware Campus

Study Mode

Full Time

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The Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector provides students with the essential skills, knowledge, and experience needed to progress to the next level in Hair and Beauty. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the wide variety of services and treatments available in the industry. Whether you are passionate about hair, beauty, or both, this course is perfect for you. We offer four pathways: Hair, Beauty, Media Make-up, and Barbering. Our curriculum includes a diverse range of techniques, including working with all hair types, such as African hair, and all skin types. By combining hair, beauty, media make-up, and barbering, this course equips you with transferable skills and valuable experience to help you advance in the industry.Our Level 1 program also supports students with special educational needs, as well as those facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. With tailored pathways for each sector, students receive personalised guidance and the opportunity to progress to higher learning levels when ready.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal prerequisite qualifications that you must have prior to undertaking this qualification.

What will I be doing?

This one-year program will equip you with essential skills in both hair and beauty, providing a strong foundation for further learning.

How will I be assessed?

Your theory and practical knowledge will be assessed throughout the year by your tutors, in preparation for your practical assessment to be completed on clients.

The theory knowledge will be delivered in class and opportunity to expand this with independent study and online test will be completed after every unit.

All units have written elements to be completed and presented in a professional way.

What do I need to bring?

There are some items you will need to purchase in advance of the course which you should expect to replace as and when you need to during the year.

You will need to purchase personal stationery. Kit and uniform are ordered and purchased by students. Kits are non-refundable once the course starts, kit costs are available on enrolment.

Payment for optional enrichment activities are detailed throughout the year.

If you think you would benefit from financial support, we have bursary options available for those who meet the criteria.

Please note, this funding is not guaranteed and is subject to availability at the time of application.

If you would like financial support, contact our Information Team on 01992 411411 or financialsupport@hrc.ac.uk.

Fee information

Free to Home students under 19 on 31st August.

If you are a Home student aged 19 or over on the 31st August, you may be liable to pay approximately £2,000 tuition fee for a Level 2 qualification and approximately £5,500 for a Level 3 qualification.

If you are aged 19-23 you may also be entitled to free tuition if the course you choose is on a government-approved list and the qualification is your first full Level 2 or Level 3 qualification.

If you are aged over 24 and you have not achieved a full Level 3 qualification you may be entitled to free tuition if the qualification is listed on the Government Free courses for jobs list. Similarly, if you already hold a Level 3 qualification (or above) and meet the Adult Education Budgets definition of unemployed or are in receipt of low wage, you may also be entitled to free tuition.

You may also be required to pay an administration fee, exam fees, kit fee and an Awarding Body Registration fee if applicable.

Added Extras

There’s lots of perks to this course, including:

Opportunities to build your employability skills, including workshops run by leading names in the industry.
Working on a placement whilst achieving the qualification broadens experience and confidence.
Taking part in exciting projects and events, such as competitions and assisting in client sessions.

What can I do next?

When you have successfully completed this qualification, you may have the opportunity to progress to the following VTCT qualifications:

Level 1 Diploma in Hair and Beauty
Level 2 in Hairdressing
Level 2 in Barbering
Level 2 Beauty Therapy General
Level 2 in Hair and Media Make-Up

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"I've learnt so much from this course, I am so glad that I chose to study at HRC."

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