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Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Bishop Auckland – Bishop Auckland College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, full-time during the day, five days a week including work placement, maths, and English. You'll train in purpose-built salons, covering practical skills across hairdressing and beauty therapy. The course runs for one year and includes both hands-on practice and theory. No previous experience is needed. You'll have an interview and short assessment before you start.

Who this course is for

If your dream is to become a beauty therapist, then the Level 1 Diploma in Beauty is the place to start. You will learn and practise the skills needed to be successful in your career, whether this is running your own salon, travelling the world working on a cruise liner or self employment.

The opportunities are as broad as your imagination. This is a full time course which includes work placement along with maths and English and is taught over three days per week. You will partake in both practical and theory lessons.

Entry requirements

Minimum 3 GCSE's at grades 2 - 1 (E - F) or equivalent, or entry level qualification. Alternative qualifications and experience will be considered.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise introduction to hair and beauty techniques in a salon setting.
  • You'll learn health and safety procedures relevant to salon work.
  • You'll develop skills in facial and photographic makeup.
  • You'll practise colour manicures, pedicures, and nail art.
  • You'll learn face painting techniques.
  • You'll assist with reception and client-facing work.
  • You'll gain work experience through a placement in a real salon environment.
  • You'll study maths and English alongside your practical training.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical sessions and theory lessons in the classroom. Training takes place in purpose-built salons at Bishop Auckland College. The course includes a work placement, giving you experience in a professional salon setting. You'll be assessed on both your practical skills and your understanding of underpinning knowledge throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

All students in the Hairdressing and Beauty department are required to wear a uniform. You'll also need to purchase your own kit, which is available to buy from the college. Financial support toward the cost may be available. Bishop Auckland College will confirm everything you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Trainee hairdresser: entry-level salon role assisting qualified stylists.
  • Salon assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations and clients.
  • Beauty therapy assistant: entry-level role in a beauty salon or spa.
  • Nail technician: specialising in manicures, pedicures, and nail art.
  • Makeup artist assistant: supporting makeup artists on shoots or events.
  • Reception and front-of-house: client-facing role in a hair or beauty salon.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a qualified hairdresser, covering cutting, colouring, and styling.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: builds on your Level 1 skills and opens doors to working as a qualified beauty therapist.
  • Level 3 qualifications in hairdressing or beauty therapy are available after Level 2 and support senior or specialist roles.
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