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Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty 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 Vocational Studies - Hair and Beauty Course in Solihull. Classes run at Solihull College And University Centre, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover shampooing and conditioning hair, styling, make-up application, face painting, facial skincare, and basic manicure treatments. You'll also learn how to follow health and safety practice in a salon environment. You need at least a Grade 2 in English to enrol. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit and to plan your learning.

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 correct salon techniques.
  • You'll style women's hair.
  • You'll apply basic make-up.
  • You'll create themed face painting designs.
  • You'll provide facial skincare treatments.
  • You'll carry out basic manicure treatments.
  • You'll follow health and safety practice in a salon.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment. Assessment is a mix of formative and summative practical observations, where your tutor watches you carry out treatments and checks your technique. Theory is assessed through written assignments. There are no exams.

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

  • Junior hairdresser: assist stylists in a salon after completing the course.
  • Beauty assistant: support therapists with treatments and client care.
  • Nail technician: move into nail services with further training.
  • Make-up artist assistant: entry-level support on shoots or in retail.
  • Salon receptionist: client-facing role using your salon knowledge.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a hairdresser. Covers cutting, colouring, and chemical services.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: builds on facial and nail skills for a career in beauty.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Make-Up Artistry: develops your make-up skills for professional work.
  • Hairdressing Apprenticeship: earn while you learn in a real salon, working toward a Level 2 qualification.
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