Level 1 City and Guilds Hairdressing and Barbering

Applicants must be 16-18 years old and have some GCSEs at Grade 2/3 (E) or above, or E3 assessment in Literacy or ESOL. If you have any industrial experience that will be an advantage.

You will be required to pass written and practical tests.

Please apply online (via the green button) and the College will contact you shortly.

A range of topics are covered in the course including:

How to shampoo and condition hair
How to assist with salon reception duties
How to assist with hair colouring and lightening services
Blow drying hair
Effective working relationships
English, maths and work experience.

Assessment is through a range of methods including projects, practical observations, oral questions and external written tests.

Level 1 NVQ Certificate in Hairdressing & Barbering.

You will need to purchase a uniform, equipment and textbooks, which will cost approximately £200.

There will also be some additional exam fees of about £100

Students who successfully complete this course can progress to NVQ Level 2 in Hairdressing. Alternatively, others may choose to find employment opportunities as a junior/assistant with European or Afro-Caribbean salons.