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Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Birmingham – Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus

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 Vocational Studies - Hair and Beauty Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need Grade 2 in English to join. The course runs for one year and covers practical salon skills across hairdressing, beauty, and make-up. You'll shampoo and condition hair, style women's hair, apply make-up, carry out basic manicure treatments, and provide facial skincare. These level 1 vocational studies - hair and beauty classes give you a solid foundation before moving into Level 2 or an apprenticeship.

Who this course is for

The Course can lead to apprenticeship in hairdressing, Level 2 Beauty, Level 2 Make up, Level 2 Hairdressing.

Preparation for work

Follow health and safety practice in the salon

  • Shampoo and conditioning the hair
  • Styling women's hair
  • Basic make-up application
  • Themed face painting
  • Provide facial skincare
  • Providing basic manicure treatment

Assessment is by formative and summative practical observations. Theory will be assessed by assignments.

Entry requirements

Grade 2 in English

What you will learn

  • You'll shampoo and condition hair using salon techniques.
  • You'll style women's hair in a salon setting.
  • You'll apply basic make-up and themed face paint.
  • You'll provide facial skincare treatments.
  • You'll carry out basic manicure treatments.
  • You'll follow health and safety practice in a salon environment.
  • You'll prepare for work in the hair and beauty industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment. Assessment is by formative and summative practical observations, so your tutor will watch and assess you as you work. Theory is assessed through written assignments. Both practical and written elements count toward your final qualification.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Junior hairdresser: assist in a salon after completing Level 2 hairdressing.
  • Beauty therapist assistant: support treatments in a beauty salon or spa.
  • Nail technician: specialise in nail care after further training.
  • Make-up artist assistant: work on shoots or in retail beauty.
  • Salon receptionist: use your industry knowledge in a front-of-house role.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step toward working as a qualified hairdresser, and a route to a CSCS-equivalent hairdressing apprenticeship.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: builds on your facial and skincare skills for salon work.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Make-Up Artistry: develops your make-up skills for professional settings.
  • Hairdressing Apprenticeship (Level 2): earn while you learn in a real salon.
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