Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Enfield. Classes run at Capital City College Enfield Campus, full-time during the day. You'll get hands-on experience in professional salon settings, covering hairdressing techniques, beauty therapy basics, client communication, and health and safety. Topics include blow drying, setting and dressing hair, shampooing and conditioning, assisting with skin and hand care, and reception duties. No previous qualifications are needed. The course runs for 36 weeks. A stepping stone toward Level 2 specialist training in hairdressing or beauty therapy.
Who this course is for
This course will provide you with an introduction to the hair and beauty industry, working in our professional salons and developing communication and customer care skills.You will develop essential transferrable skills such as health and safety, as well as begin to develop specialist hairdressing and beauty therapy technical knowledge such as assisting with skin and hand care, reception duties and setting and dressing hair. These skills will help you provide a stepping stone to undertake further training at Level 2, specialising in either hairdressing or beauty therapy.
Entry requirements
You do not need to have any previous qualifications.All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll practise styling, setting, and dressing hair in a professional salon environment.
You'll learn how to shampoo, condition, and blow dry hair.
You'll assist with hair colouring techniques.
You'll develop skin and hand care skills alongside basic beauty therapy knowledge.
You'll handle reception duties and learn how to consult with clients.
You'll build health and safety skills that apply across the hair and beauty sector.
You'll work as part of a team, developing communication and customer care skills.
How you will learn
You'll be assessed through a portfolio of evidence. This includes written assessments, presentations, witness statements, and observations of your practical work in the salon. All assessment takes place in the classroom and salon setting at Capital City College Enfield Campus. Before the course starts, you'll have an initial assessment and interview to confirm it's the right fit for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Enfield Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior hairdresser: assist in a salon while building your skills.
Salon assistant: support stylists with clients, tools, and reception.
Beauty therapist assistant: entry-level support role in a beauty salon.
Nail technician: specialist role you can move into with further training.
Receptionist in a salon or spa: client-facing role using your communication skills.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to specialise as a hairdresser, covering cutting, colouring, and styling independently.
Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: focuses on treatments such as facials, waxing, and massage, and is the qualification many salons look for when hiring.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing or Beauty Therapy: for those aiming toward senior or supervisory roles in the industry.
