Beauty Therapy Level 1

he beauty industry is thriving, offering exciting career paths in luxury spas, high-end salons, on cruise ships or as a self-employed therapist. With demand for skilled beauty professionals on the rise across the UK, there’s never been a better time to turn your passion into a profession.he beauty industry is thriving, offering exciting career paths in luxury spas, high-end salons, on cruise ships or as a self-employed therapist. With demand for skilled beauty professionals on the rise across the UK, there’s never been a better time to turn your passion into a profession.

Learners will get to study in our realistic and well-equipped therapy rooms which will allow you to experience salon-life under the guidance of our highly-trained, inspirational tutors. A typical day of study could see you learning about manicures and nail art, skin treatments and creating individual looks. The range of skills you will cover throughout your journey include:

Level 1

Introduction to the hair and beauty sector – Explore the diverse world of hair and beauty

Presenting a professional image – Learn the importance of personal grooming, standards and professional behaviour

Health and safety in the salon – Understand how to create a secure and hygienic environment

Basic manicure – Develop the skills to perform a simple manicure, including nail shaping, cuticle care and polish application

Skin care – Learn the different skin types and using professional products

Basic make-up application – Learn techniques and colour matching

The art of photographic make-up – Create make-up looks suitable for camera work

Creating a hair and beauty image – Work on themed projects to develop a creative final look

Salon reception duties – Develop communication and organisational skills to manage appointments, handle payments and provide excellent customer service

Nail art application – Express your creativity through decorative nail designs

Themed face painting – Explore artistic face painting techniques

When you do a vocational qualification you will learn in a workshop, salon or studio as appropriate for your subject and you will usually be assessed through practical assessments, projects, assignments and oral and written questions. There may be exams in some subjects and your tutor will prepare you for these.

Level 1 – 3 GCSEs at grade 2 or above

Successful students may progress onto the next level in their chosen subject, into employment or an apprenticeship, or, after a level 3 qualification, to Higher Education at the University Centre Grimsby such as Special Effects Make up and Prosthetics.

Career paths open can include: Beauty Therapist, Salon Owner, Spa Manager or Make Up Artist.