Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Skills Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus, full-time during the day. This is a VTCT hair and beauty skills qualification covering core skills across the hair and beauty sector. The course runs for around 600 hours of full-time study. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Hair & Beauty L1 Award E&T [St Eds] (FZS00AAAL1 26/27GA) is based in the Subcontracting department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen VTCT as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in basic hair techniques, including cutting and styling
You'll learn core beauty therapy skills such as skin care and nail care
You'll practise safe and hygienic working methods in a salon environment
You'll understand how to prepare and maintain a professional work area
You'll explore the range of roles and services within the hair and beauty sector
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom and salon setting. Assessment is carried out by your tutor through observation of practical tasks and short written or knowledge-based activities. VTCT sets the assessment criteria for this Award. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course rather than through a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior salon assistant, supporting stylists and therapists in a salon
Beauty salon receptionist, handling bookings and client care
Nail technician assistant, helping with nail treatments
Retail assistant in a beauty or cosmetics store
Salon junior, washing hair and preparing clients for treatments
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing. The next step if you want to work as a qualified hairdresser and work toward a CSCS or industry card.
Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy. Covers a wider range of treatments and opens the door to salon employment.
Level 2 Diploma in Barbering. A focused route into barbering for those who prefer that specialism.
