Hairdressing Level 1
Key Details
- Available at:Bangor (New Campus), Rhos-on-Sea, Rhyl, Dolgellau
- Study Mode:Full-time
- Course Length:
1 year
Hairdressing Level 1School Leavers
Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.
Course Description
Are you hoping to start a career in hairdressing? Would you like to gain a range of professional skills in this sector?
This programme gives you an introduction into the knowledge and skills needed for a traditional Junior role, enabling you to assist a stylist in the daily running of a salon or similar workplace. It can also act as a stepping stone to your Level 2 studies.
The programme covers shampooing, blow drying, health and safety, reception work and other essential topics.
Entry Criteria
In order to qualify for this course, you will need the following:
- 2 GCSEs at grade D or above
- You will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to study by achieving your GCSE target grades and completing year 11 with good attendance.
- Successful completion of a Traineeship, Pre-vocational, Pathways or School Link Programme
- Relevant industry experience
Applicants already studying at the college will need an attendance of 86% on their current course.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.
Delivery
The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:
- Practical Delivery
- Theory Sessions
- Workshops
- Realistic Working Environment
- Commercial Salon Training
- Classroom
- Remote Learning
- Practical assessments & exams
You will also undertake work experience as part of the programme.
Your programme will include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits
Essential Skills
This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills
GCSE resits
This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.
Maths & Welsh/English
If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.
Assessment
The programme is assessed through a blend of the following:
- Observation
- Practical assessments in the salon
- Written and Oral Tests
Progression
The programme gives you a qualification and a valuable set of skills, helping you to progress into employment and education.
You could proceed onto a number of programmes at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, including:
- Beauty Therapy Level 1
- Beauty Therapy Level 2
- Hairdressing Level 2
- Foundation Apprenticeship Level 2 in Barbering
- Foundation Apprenticeship Level 2 in Hairdressing
Other details
Course type: School Leavers
Level:
1
Programme Area:
- Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
Bilingual:
This programme is available bilingually at the following campus(es):
- Bangor
- Dolgellau
- Rhos-on-Sea
Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
Learn more about this area and see our course level guide:
Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
