Free Level 1 Vocational Studies - Hair and Beauty Course in Haringey. Classes run at Capital City College Tottenham Campus, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. The course runs for 8 weeks and gives you a broad introduction to the industry. After an initial two-week taster, you choose a pathway: hairdressing, beauty therapy, barbering, make-up, or nails. Each pathway covers hands-on practical skills in your chosen area. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
This skills development course is particularly suitable for anyone who wishes to gain initial insights or progress from Entry Level to a Level 1 qualification in Hair and Beauty to start work in the industry. After the initial 2-week introduction, learners will have a choice of pathways:Hairdressing, including Shampoo and Conditioning, Hair Plaiting and StylingBeauty Therapy, including Skin Care, Make-up, Nail Art, Manicure and PedicureBarbering, including Shampoo and Conditioning, Styling Men's Hair and using temporary colourMake-up, including Skin Care, Make-up and face paintingNails, including Pedicure, Manicure and Hand careBy completing the full 12-week course, there is an opportunity to gain the Level 1 Certificate in Hair and Beauty Skills.
Entry requirements
Commitment to complete the programme.
What you will learn
You'll explore the core skills used across hairdressing, beauty therapy, barbering, make-up, and nails.
You'll practise shampoo, conditioning, and hair styling techniques (hairdressing and barbering pathway).
You'll learn hair plaiting and styling skills (hairdressing pathway).
You'll develop skin care and make-up application skills (beauty therapy and make-up pathways).
You'll carry out nail art, manicure, and pedicure treatments (nails and beauty therapy pathways).
You'll learn how to style men's hair and apply temporary colour (barbering pathway).
You'll build a foundation of practical skills to support entry-level work in the hair and beauty industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a classroom setting at Capital City College Tottenham Campus. The course is delivered part-time during the day. The introductory two weeks give you a broad overview before you move into your chosen pathway. Assessment is practical and skills-based, reflecting the vocational nature of the qualification.
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 in a salon while building experience
Trainee beauty therapist - entry-level role in a beauty salon
Nail technician - manicure, pedicure, and nail art treatments
Make-up artist assistant - support on shoots or in retail beauty
Trainee barber - men's hair styling in a barbershop
Salon receptionist - front-of-house role in hair or beauty
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing - the next step if you want to work as a qualified hairdresser, covering cutting, colouring, and styling.
Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy - covers a wider range of treatments and is recognised for salon employment.
Level 2 Diploma in Barbering - for those who want to specialise in men's hair services.
Level 2 Certificate in Nail Services - for those focusing on nail treatments.
