Introduction to Hairdressing

Level: 1 | Duration: 16 Weeks | Start Date: 23/01/23
Details: Mondays, 6pm – 9pm 

What is this course about?
This course looks at the most exciting and ever world of hairdressing. You will be introduced to a variety of hairdressing treatments and will get the opportunity to practice your hairdressing skills in the College industry salons.

Why choose this course? 

• 100% pass rates
• One of the top Colleges in the country for success rates
• A Centre of Excellence for Hairdressing
• Highly experienced tutors who have worked in the hairdressing industry
• Winners of national hairdressing competitions
• Outstanding reviews from awarding body examiners

Entry Requirements
Working at Entry Level 3 in English on our college assessment or a minimum GCSE grade E/2 or Entry Level 3 English qualification (including reading and writing). Hairdressing is a personal service so people skills are also important.

What will this course lead on to?
Progression on to Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or a career as an assistant within a salon.

What will I learn on this course?
Within this course you will learn – Shampoo and Conditioning hair, Blow Drying and Styling/Dressing hair, Plaiting and Twisting Hair and Basic Colouring techniques. You will also learn the underpinning knowledge required to undertake the practical skills in the salon environment.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by on-going practical assessments throughout the programme. You will complete assignments to check your underpinning knowledge and produce a portfolio of your practical work.

Are there any costs associated with this course?
You will be required to purchase a black hairdressing tunic. You must also wear full length black trousers and a full black shoe. You will have to provide a file etc for your course work and photographic evidence is required for practical assessments.

Course fee: £215

Many of our courses can be studied for free, even if you are employed or self-employed, depending on your individual circumstances and the course you have chosen to study. Click here for more information.

Facilities:
At the Centre of Excellence for Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy we have recently refurbished contemporary facilities, including four hairdressing salons, four beauty salons