Free Level 1 Hairdressing and Barbering Course in Chichester. Classes run full-time during the day at Chichester College. This hairdressing and barbering qualification takes one year to complete. You'll train in the college's hairdressing salons and build practical skills working toward real clients. You'll also need to complete 15 hours of work experience in a hairdressing salon during the year. Entry requires two GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including Maths and English.
Who this course is for
This exciting course has been designed to prepare you for working in the hairdressing industry. This course focuses on learning basic hairdressing techniques working towards external clients to achieve confidence in hairdressing skills. This course is a good starting point for a great career in hairdressing. Your hairdressing training will take place in our well equipped and modern hairdressing salons at the Chichester Campus mirroring a real high street salon atmosphere. You will work with the leading hairdressing brands such as Redken and Lee Stafford being taught by highly experienced and qualified hairdressing lecturers.Your study programme will include work experience Maths and English as an essential of this course.
Entry requirements
You must have 2 GCSE grades at 2 or above including Mathematics and English. You need to secure work experience placement in a Hairdressing Salon for 15 hours throughout the year while studying on the course.
What you will learn
You'll practise basic cutting and styling techniques on hair.
You'll learn how to shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp.
You'll develop barbering skills including basic men's cutting.
You'll work with clients in a salon environment.
You'll learn how to consult with clients before treatments.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practice in the college's salon, working on fellow students and progressing to external clients. Teaching takes place in the classroom and salon. Assessment is practical and knowledge-based, carried out throughout the year. Your work experience placement in a hairdressing salon also forms part of your training.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chichester College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser's assistant - support stylists in a salon setting.
Trainee barber - learn barbering skills on the job.
Salon junior - shampoo, assist, and prepare clients.
Apprentice hairdresser - earn while you train at a salon.
What you could study next
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing - the next step toward working as a qualified hairdresser, covering cutting, colouring, and styling to a professional standard.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering - focuses on men's cutting and barbering techniques for those who want to specialise.
Hairdressing Apprenticeship (Level 2) - combines work and study, letting you earn while you build your skills.
