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Ideal if: you’d like the opportunity to develop your basic understanding of the hair and beauty industry, and want to develop the skills needed to progress on to the Level 2 qualification.
You’ll learn: shampooing and conditioning, styling hair, an introduction to nail care and skincare, customer service and health and safety.
Expect: to develop your English and maths skills, as well as take part in work-related activities, to enable progression to Level 2.
You’ll love: practising your new skills in our college-run salons, Graduations, providing you with real salon experience.
This course will introduce you to the world of Hair and Beauty. Best suited for 16 to 18 year old students it will give you the chance to develop your basic hair and beauty skills, whilst at the same time developing your maths, English and interpersonal skills; all vital ingredients in enabling you to progress on to Level 2 in either Hair, Beauty, Barbering or Make Up Artistry.
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Graduations at all of our Gloucestershire College campuses offers learners the chance to train in facilities which are industry standard and will enable you to develop your skills in client consultation, customer service and current treatment techniques. This will support your confidence to give pre and after treatment/service advice using a variety of professional ranges such as Matrix, Wella and American Crew.
Throughout your training programme you will be required to carry out treatments on your peers to develop your skills and take paying clients to gain the widest possible range of experiences and employability skills.
As in a professional salon, students will be expected to give our clients the highest possible customer care and portray a professional image; you’ll be required to wear a salon uniform whilst in the salons.
How will I be assessed?
Uniform and Kit:
We strongly recommend that you do not purchase kit until you have been officially enrolled and received confirmation of this, all enrolments are subject to the conditions of your offer previously communicated to you.
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If you require financial assistance please contact our Student Services team by calling 0345 155 2020 (option 4) or email info@gloscol.ac.uk
Gloucestershire College welcome any other/combinations of relevant qualifications that are comparable and/or equivalent to the typical course entry requirements.
For 19+ applicants that do not have recognised qualifications may still meet course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment at the College’s discretion.
All queries regarding course entry criteria including the equivalency of qualifications and exceptional extenuating circumstances should be directed by email to the Admissions Department through applications@gloscol.ac.uk.
The general progression route for our Hair and Beauty Level 1 programme is:
Beauty Therapy (Level 2) BTEC Diploma
Or
Hairdressing (Level 2) BTEC Diploma
Or
Barbering (Level 2) BTEC Diploma
Or
Make Up Artistry (Level 2) Certificate
Please select the specific course you would like to apply for.
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If you want to work in a vibrant, ever-changing industry, a career in hairdressing, beauty and spas could be the right choice for you.
Employment prospects in this industry are diverse and exciting, with opportunities to work in high street salons, hotels and spas, or perhaps on cruise ships travelling the world. You may even like to set up your own business.
As a student, you’ll have the chance to use industry-standard facilities in our on-site salons at the Cheltenham, Gloucester and Forest of Dean campuses.
Throughout your training programme you will carry out treatments for your peers as well as for paying clients, giving you the chance to develop your skills and gain the widest possible range of experiences.
Check the progress of your application and find out everything you need to know about the application and enrolment process at GC.