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Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Camborne

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Camborne. Classes run at Cornwall College Camborne, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 36 weeks and covers practical skills across hairdressing, barbering, beauty therapy, and nails. You'll train in commercial salon settings and learn the professional standards employers expect. Units include skin care, hair services, and health and safety in the salon.

You'll need two or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, or an Entry Level qualification, to apply. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector.

Who this course is for

If you want a clear starting qualification for a career in the salon industry this Level 1 diploma builds practical skills and professional standards you can apply immediately. You will train in commercial salons and develop a broad foundation that supports progression into Level 2 hairdressing barbering nails or beauty therapy.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers

  • Two or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, or successful completion of an Entry Level qualification.
  • Learners with relevant industry experience but no GCSEs at Grade 2 may be considered based on interview. For some courses this may include GCSE English or maths grade 2 or equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the basics of hair services, including shampooing and conditioning.
  • You'll develop skills in skin care and basic beauty treatments.
  • You'll practise nail care and hand treatments.
  • You'll learn health and safety standards for working in a salon.
  • You'll develop professional communication skills with clients.
  • You'll explore the different roles within the hair and beauty sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical sessions in salon environments, alongside classroom-based study. Assessment includes practical observations, where you demonstrate skills to your tutor, and written or knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

Cornwall College Camborne will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Salon assistant, supports stylists and therapists in a busy salon.
  • Shampoo assistant, a common first role while building hairdressing skills.
  • Beauty receptionist, front-of-house role in a salon or spa.
  • Nail technician, further training is usually needed to work independently.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing, the next step toward working as a hairdresser.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Barbering, for those interested in barbering specifically.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy, leads toward roles in beauty and skin care.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Nail Technology, for those focusing on nail services.
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