Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Longbridge Campus. You'll spend a full academic year training in professional salon environments, covering beauty therapy skills, makeup techniques, and customer service. The course runs full-time during the day and takes one year to complete. You'll need GCSE grade 1/F or above in English, or Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English. If you don't have evidence of a recognised English qualification, you'll take an initial assessment at the start.
Who this course is for
You will study this course in one academic year, all classes are delivered in our professional salons by our highly qualified teaching staff with guest industry specialists also running workshops.The Level 1 Beauty Therapy will suit you if you're just starting out in the industry. You may be working as a trainee or therapists' assistant in a salon.You will develop the necessary knowledge, understanding and gain basic skills in beauty therapy and make up. This course is aimed at learners with a keen interest in the beauty and make up industry but may not have the entry requirements for a higher-level programme.
Entry requirements
GCSE grade 1/F or above in English language*Entry Level 3 or above in Functional skills English* * If you do not have evidence of a recoginsed English qualification you will undertake an Initial Assessment at the start of your course to support you appropriately.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in assisting with a range of beauty treatments.
You'll learn makeup application techniques and build product knowledge.
You'll practise customer service and communication skills used in salon settings.
You'll gain an understanding of how professional salons operate.
You'll work with high street and professional-grade beauty products.
You'll take part in workshops led by guest industry specialists.
How you will learn
You'll train in purpose-built salon facilities using professional products. Learning is classroom-based and hands-on, with classes delivered in a salon environment. Industry specialists run additional workshops throughout the year. You'll also take part in enrichment activities including trips and visits from external speakers. Assessment is based on practical work and knowledge developed across the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Longbridge Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Trainee beauty therapist: entry-level salon role assisting qualified therapists.
Assistant therapist: supporting treatments under supervision in a salon.
Salon receptionist: front-of-house role using customer service skills.
Makeup assistant: assisting with makeup application in retail or salon settings.
Nail technician trainee: entry point into nail services with further training.
What you could study next
Level 2 Technical Qualification in Beauty Therapy: the next step toward working independently as a beauty therapist.
Level 2 Technical Qualification in Makeup: focuses specifically on makeup artistry and takes your skills further.
Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy: earn while you learn in a real salon, working toward a recognised qualification at Level 2 or above.
