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Introductory Diploma to Hairdressing - Level 1Apply Now »
Location: The RoundHouse
Years: 1
Interview: Y
Course Summary
This course is perfect if you are interested in stepping into a career in the hairdressing industry. It will provide the opportunity to gain knowledge and practical experience in shampooing, conditioning and the art of long hair dressing. As part of your studies, you will be required to complete work experience to develop your skills and behaviours to support your progression to further study.
Entry requirements
You need to be highly motivated and demonstrate a keen interest in your chosen subject. Offers of a place on the course are dependent on your qualifications and practical aptitude. You will need:
- a minimum of five GCSEs at grade E/F or above including English and/or Maths (grade 2/3 or above).
You will have an interview and initial assessment in maths and English and will attend a taster session. Parents and carers are welcome to attend the interview but not the initial assessment. If you are successful, you will be allocated a place to study.
Course Content
- Introduction to the hair and beauty sector
- Presenting a professional image in a salon
- Shampooing and Conditioning Hair
- Colour in the Hair and Beauty Sector
- Styling Women’s Hair
- Styling Men’s Hair
- Plaiting and Twisting Hair
- Colouring Hair using Temporary Colour
- Creating a Hair and Beauty Image
- Following Health and Safety in the Salon
- Working with Others
- Reception Duties
- The Art of Dressing Hair
You will continue to study maths and English and develop your skills as part of your study programme.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by a range of methods including practical observation and assignments.
Are there any additional costs or specialist equipment required?
There is a kit and uniform to purchase: full details will be given at your interview.
What can I do after this course?
This course is an excellent starting point for a career in the hair and beauty sector.
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Katie Weeds
A head start in becoming a salon owner
Former hair apprentice Katie Weeds opened her own salon within a year of qualifying via Derby College – at the age of just 19.
Now running the Katie Weeds 1853 Hair Design Studio in Belper, she had set her heart on launching a hairdressing business ever since taking a Saturday job in a salon. After leaving school, she started an apprenticeship with a local hairdresser and completed her NVQs in October 2014.
She praises the College’s training facilities and the supportive, encouraging staff. She also enjoyed interesting assignments such as creating styles for a 1960s avant-garde photo shoot.
Given her business success so far, Katie’s long-term plan is to open more salons and then franchise the Katie Weeds name.
Taking an apprenticeship gave me the hands-on training I needed to be able to qualify as a hair stylist and open my own salon. What I love most about my job is making people feel better about themselves.
