Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing (Adult Course)
This course is suitable for students aged 19 and over.
This course is a great introduction to the industry. You will develop the skills and knowledge required to progress on to the next level of study and will have the opportunity to complete work experience within a salon setting.
You will explore everything from the art of dressing and styling hair and creating an image, to colouring hair effectively and maintaining a professional image in the salon.
When will I start the course and how long will it take?
The course will start in September and will take one year to complete.
The course takes place at St Helens College, Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.
What will I study?
During this course, you will cover the following units:
- Introduction to the hair and beauty sector
- Presenting a professional image in a salon
- The art of dressing hair
- Health and safety in the salon
- Working with others in the hair and beauty sector
- Create a hair and beauty image
- Colour hair using temporary colour
- Salon reception duties
- Create and maintain retail displays in the salon
- Shampoo and conditioning
- Styling women's hair
- Styling men's hair
- Hair plaiting
How is it assessed?
You will be continuously assessed over the period of the course and are required to complete your assessments on a commercial client (paying customer).
At the start of your course, you will practice the skills on friends and family members, following this, you will be required to bring clients in for your assessments. Throughout this course, you will build a portfolio of evidence which will be submitted for verification.
Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?
You do not need any formal qualifications, just passion and a commitment to your studies.
What are the course fees?
The course fee is £994. You may be eligible for funding depending on your personal circumstances and subject to a fee assessment during the enrolment process. For further details, please visit our financial support pages.
What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?
Once you have successfully completed this course, you will have the opportunity to progress on to the Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing.
Additional Information
As part of this programme, you are required to wear a uniform. There is also a kit required to complete your assessments which can be purchased from a recommended supplier. You may be eligible for financial support to cover these costs.
Are you
ready to apply?
Simply fill in our online form here.
However, if you still have questions in relation to this course and wish to receive further information, please submit your enquiry here.
Please note, we have taken our utmost care to describe and show course information as accurately as possible. St Helens College reserves the right to amend, remove and add courses in the future. This information cannot be considered contractual and advertised course fees are subject to change.
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