Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Peterlee. Classes run at East Durham College Peterlee Campus, full-time during the day, over 36 weeks. You'll get a broad introduction to hairdressing and beauty therapy, building practical skills and background knowledge across both industries. You can choose to study both hairdressing and beauty therapy, or focus on hairdressing alone. All applicants are interviewed and complete an initial assessment covering an industry-related task, plus literacy and numeracy checks, so the course can be matched to the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This level 1 diploma is intended to provide an introduction to the world of hairdressing and beauty therapy. The qualification will help students gain valuable insight into each industry and will help them develop useful basic skills and relevant background knowledge. The student has the option to study awareness in both hairdressing and beauty or only hairdressing.
Entry requirements
Applicants must have a satisfactory school profile together with the nescessary personal qualities required by the hair and beauty industry.
All applicants will be interviewed and cover an initial assessment on industry related task. Entry levels in Literacy and Numeracy are also a requirement for the course.
What you will learn
You'll develop basic practical skills used in hairdressing
You'll gain an introduction to beauty therapy techniques
You'll build background knowledge of the hair and beauty industry
You'll learn about professional standards and personal qualities expected in the sector
You'll explore the differences between hairdressing and beauty therapy as career routes
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at East Durham College Peterlee Campus. Learning is hands-on and practical, combining skills practice with underpinning knowledge of the industry. Assessment is carried out through practical tasks and observations alongside knowledge-based activities. Your initial assessment helps plan your learning from the start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Durham College Peterlee Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior hairdresser assistant: support stylists in a salon environment
Beauty salon assistant: help with treatments and client care
Nail technician trainee: entry-level role in a nail salon
Receptionist in a salon: front-of-house role using industry knowledge
Retail assistant in a beauty store: advise customers on hair and beauty products
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step toward working as a qualified hairdresser
Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: leads to roles as a beauty therapist in salons and spas
Level 2 Diploma in Barbering: if you want to specialise in barbering
Level 2 Diploma in Nail Technology: for those focusing on nail services
