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Free Level 1 Hairdressing and Barbering Course in Solihull

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Hairdressing and Barbering Course in Solihull. Classes run at Solihull College and University Centre, full-time during the day, over one year. This hairdressing and barbering qualification covers salon reception, health and safety, hair styling, shampooing and conditioning, plaiting and twisting, and professional presentation. You'll also complete work experience to build employability skills. Practical sessions take place in the college's commercial salons, with some theory and assignment work done on campus or remotely. Entry requires a satisfactory reference and a successful interview.

Who this course is for

Our Level 1 VRQ Diploma in Hairdressing is a specialist vocationally related introductory qualification designed for those interested beginning a career in hairdressing with little or no previous experience of working at a salon or barbers.

During this course you will study:

  • Create and maintain retail displays in the salon
  • Follow health and safety in the salon
  • Introduction to the Hair and Beauty sector
  • Presenting a professional image in a salon
  • Salon reception duties
  • Working with others in the Hair and Beauty sector
  • Shampoo and conditioning
  • Styling men's hair
  • Styling women's hair
  • Colour hair using temporary colour
  • Create a Hair and Beauty image
  • The art of dressing hair
  • Hair plaiting Personal
  • Personal tutor /one to one target setting
  • Maths and English

Entry requirements

To gain entry to this course you need:

  • Satisfactory reference
  • Successful interview

What you will learn

  • You'll follow health and safety procedures in a salon environment.
  • You'll carry out shampoo and conditioning treatments on clients.
  • You'll style women's hair using a range of techniques.
  • You'll practise plaiting and twisting hair.
  • You'll handle salon reception duties and create retail displays.
  • You'll develop a professional image and workplace manner.
  • You'll gain work experience to prepare for employment in hair and beauty.

How you will learn

Learning is split between practical sessions in the college's commercial salons and theory sessions with assignment writing. Some practical learning and demonstrations may also take place using remote learning platforms and block heads. Assessment is by practical observations, coursework, and assignments. A minimum of 90% attendance is required to complete the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Solihull College and University Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon setting.
  • Barber: how to become a barber working with male clients.
  • Salon receptionist: front-of-house role managing bookings and retail.
  • Salon assistant: supporting stylists with washing, prep, and tidying.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the natural next step, covering cutting, colouring, and more advanced styling techniques needed for qualified salon work.
  • Hairdressing or Barbering Apprenticeship (Level 2): earn while you learn in a real salon; this Level 1 provides a strong foundation for apprenticeship applications.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to specialise in barbering and men's hair services.
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