Free Level 1 Skills for Further Learning and Employment Course in Liverpool – The City of Liverpool College – Duke Street

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Skills for Further Learning and Employment Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College - Duke Street. Daytime part-time sessions make it possible to study alongside other commitments. This hairdressing-focused course builds the practical and vocational skills you need to progress in the industry. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The course typically takes one year to complete.

Who this course is for

Details of the Hairdressing - Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Further Learning and Employment course can be found by visiting: https://www.liv-coll.ac.uk/courses/Hairdressing-Level-1-Certificate-in-Skills-for-Further-Learning-and-Employment

Entry requirements

Please vist: https://www.liv-coll.ac.uk/courses/Hairdressing-Level-1-Certificate-in-Skills-for-Further-Learning-and-Employment

What you will learn

  • You'll develop core hairdressing techniques and practical salon skills.
  • You'll learn how to work safely and hygienically in a salon environment.
  • You'll practise communication and customer service skills relevant to hairdressing.
  • You'll build knowledge of hair types, products, and treatments.
  • You'll develop the personal and vocational skills needed to progress to further study or work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The City of Liverpool College - Duke Street. Learning is hands-on and practical, supported by tutor-led instruction. Assessment is carried out through a combination of practical tasks and coursework completed during the course. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College - Duke Street will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Salon junior or apprentice: assist stylists in a working salon
  • Shampoo and blow-dry technician: entry-level salon role
  • Salon receptionist: front-of-house role using customer service skills
  • Retail assistant in a hair or beauty shop: product knowledge directly applies

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step toward working as a qualified hairdresser, covering cutting, colouring, and styling.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: if you want to broaden into beauty alongside hair.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or Level 2: useful alongside vocational study if you want to strengthen your core skills for further learning and employment.

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