City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector

Key Facts

Level: 1

Attendance: Full Time (FT)

Duration: 1 Year

Course Code: QFF0031

Start Date: August 2027

Awarding Body: AQA / City and Guilds

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For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP).

If you're interested in hair and beauty, this course provides a useful introduction to working in a variety of professions within the beauty therapy and hairdressing sectors.

Features and Benefits

You will have the opportunity to complete work experience during this course and work with real clients in the training salons.

Course Content

Alongside practical work, you will study other skills, such as working with others, to enhance both your knowledge of the industry and your employability. There will also be opportunities to complete work experience.

Students will cover:

Shampoo and condition treatments
Blow-drying and styling techniques
Create and image
Hand care
Health and safety
Work placement
Skin care

Entry Requirements

GCSEs in English and Maths at grades G/1 or higher
Able to show a capability to work at Level 1 and a clear interest in chosen subject
Demonstrates a commitment to learning
For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP)

Progression Opportunities

You can progress on to a City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or Beauty Therapy at Loughborough College.

Students may have the opportunity to study Functional Skills or GCSEs in maths and English.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.