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Level 1 Beauty Therapy Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at Chesterfield College, full-time during the day. You'll need three GCSEs at grade F/1 or above to enrol. Over one year, you'll cover the core skills that underpin professional beauty therapy, from skin care to salon practices. This level 1 beauty therapy qualification is a strong starting point before moving into more advanced training.
Who this course is for
16-18 Learners
Entry requirements
Three GCSEs at grade F/1 or above.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to carry out basic skin care and facial treatments.
You'll study the structure of the skin and how it responds to different treatments.
You'll practise nail care, including manicure and basic nail treatments.
You'll learn how to prepare and maintain a safe, hygienic treatment area.
You'll develop client consultation skills, including how to identify client needs.
You'll understand health and safety requirements in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical work in a salon environment. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out treatments, and knowledge-based tasks such as written questions or assignments. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist assistant: support qualified therapists in a salon setting.
Nail technician: specialise in nail treatments and nail art.
Salon receptionist: use your client care knowledge in a front-of-house role.
Beauty counter assistant: advise customers on skincare and beauty products.
Spa attendant: support therapists and maintain treatment areas in a spa.
What you could study next
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy: the next step for those wanting to work as a qualified beauty therapist, covering a wider range of treatments.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Nail Technology: a specialist route if you want to focus on nail services.
Level 2 Award in Massage: an introduction to body massage treatments, often taken alongside a Level 2 beauty qualification.
