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Free Level 1 Hairdressing Course in Haringey

CostFREE
Duration43 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Hairdressing Course in Haringey. Classes run at Capital City College Tottenham Campus. Daytime sessions run part-time over 43 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll cover shampooing and conditioning, dressing and styling hair, applying temporary colour, salon reception work, and retail display. Optional units include barbering techniques, plaiting and twisting, Afro-textured hair styling, and scalp massage. You'll need a good level of English (minimum GCSE grade 3) and an interest in hairdressing. A good level of English (minimum grade 3) is required.

Who this course is for

The Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing is a qualification specifically designed to develop your practical skills.

This course provides an introduction to the hair industry and learn how to present a professional image and work with others in the salon.

You will develop your creative skills in the art of dressing hair and applying temporary colour, learn how to create a hair and beauty image and how to provide effective shampooing and conditioning hair.

You will be able to work in a salon reception and learn how to display retail stock for the creative art of styling hair.

Entry requirements

You will need:A good Level of English (minimum grade 3)An interest in hairdressing

What you will learn

  • You'll shampoo and condition hair using professional salon techniques.
  • You'll dress and style hair, including creating finished looks.
  • You'll apply temporary colour to hair.
  • You'll develop skills in salon reception and retail stock display.
  • You'll style hair using barbering techniques (optional unit).
  • You'll plait, twist, and style Afro-textured hair (optional units).
  • You'll provide scalp massage (optional unit).
  • You'll apply health and safety knowledge relevant to working in a hair salon.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based and practical, with hands-on work in a salon environment. You'll be assessed through practical demonstrations of hairdressing skills and through knowledge assessments covering each unit. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Tottenham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Junior hairdresser: assist stylists and build hands-on salon experience.
  • Salon receptionist: front-of-house role managing bookings and retail.
  • Salon assistant: support senior stylists with washing, prep, and finishing.
  • Apprentice hairdresser: combine work and further training toward full qualification.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step toward working independently as a hairdresser, covering cutting, colouring, and chemical services.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to focus on barbering techniques specifically.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: the qualification that supports progression to senior stylist roles and salon management.
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