Hairdressing Level 1

Training in our professional environment, The Graduate Salon, you’ll gain hands-on experience in cutting, colouring, styling and more. Our Salon is open to the public, so you’ll have the chance to work with a wide range of clientele. Whether you aspire to work in a salon, become a freelance stylist or even open your own business, this course lays the foundation for a successful career in hairdressing.

With the ever-evolving trends and techniques in hair fashion, staying updated is crucial. You will also have the opportunity to future proof your skills, with exciting and innovative areas such as sustainability and biotech hair.

Our curriculum ensures you’re well-versed in the latest industry practices, including sustainability and innovative hair technologies. Hairdressing is one career that cannot be delivered online.

Real Salon Experience

Train in our fully operational salon open to the public, providing real-world experience

Industry Exposure

Participate in fashion shoots, theatre productions, and competitions, both locally and nationally

Comprehensive Curriculum

Learn a wide range of techniques ensuring you're prepared for the industry

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

Career opportunities

Salon Stylist: Work in established salons, providing a range of hair services to clients.

Freelance Hairdresser: Offer personalized hair services to clients at various locations

Salon Owner/Manager: Manage or own a salon, overseeing operations and leading a team of stylists

Further Education

Pursue advanced courses or specializations in areas like trichology or hair therapy.

Train to teach and mentor aspiring hairdressers in educational institutions by training to be a hairdressing educator.