What is the course about?
The VTCT Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills through introducing you to the hair and beauty industries and how you should present a professional image in the salon. To further enhance your practical skills you also cover the following hair and beauty units; plaiting or plaiting and twisting hair, shampoo and conditioning hair, themed face painting, styling hair using hairdressing techniques, basic make-up application, skin care, create an image using colour or hair and beauty techniques, colour hair using temporary colour, salon reception duties, how to follow health and safety and working with others in the hair and beauty sector. The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills in both hair and beauty and will provide you with the foundation for further learning. It will also enable you to perform your own services and to assist others in the salon. In addition, you will have an opportunity each week to develop your English skills for Hair and Beauty.
You do not need to have any previous experience in Hair or Make-up but you do need to have the Entry 3 Functional Skills in English and Maths. You will also need to have basic IT skills as there are assignments each week that need to be completed electronically. the computer.
You will gain knowledge of the industry and its service including Health and Safety and how to prepare for the job market through research, interview techniques and teamwork.You will cover the following topics: Skin care and products, Day and Evening Make-up, Face Painting, Plaiting and Twisting, Blow drying and Styling and be able to use temporary tints to colour hair.
The course will be taught through a blend of practical work, demonstrations and theory classes delivered in the college salon. You will build an e- portfolio of evidence which will be assessed in order to demonstrate your knowledge and competence to gain your qualification. In addition, there are exams associated with this qualification that you need to pass to enable you to achieve your full qualification.
Learners on a low income or in receipt of applicable benefits will not be required to pay a fee. You will need regular access to a computer or laptop and reliable internet service to complete this course. Once enrolled, learners will be able to download a free copy of Microsoft Office and will be given access to Microsoft office 365. In addition, you will be expected to provide your own make-up brushes. Make up products and Hair products and electrical equipment are provided. Your teacher will advise you on where to buy your kit, in the first session. There are bursaries available for learners on concessions. Advice on this can be accessed through the Learning Experience Team.
You will understand the fundamental skills and knowledge of the industry. You will be able to dry set, blow dry and wet set hair, apply makeup for day, evening and special occasions. You will be able to identify skin types be able to carry out skin analysis prior to make-up application. You will be able to assess hair types and shampoo and condition the hair using appropriate products.
Upon successful completion of this course you could potentially progress onto a L2 Make-up or the Level 2 Hairdressing and barbering course.
