Level 1 Certificate in an Introduction to the Hair, Barbering and Beauty Sector (16-18 years)

We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.

3 x GCSE's at Grade 2 or above to include Maths and English.

You will provide a copy of your last school report and/or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other to include attendance. This is to ensure we can support to be able to achieve well on the course. Applicants with 85% or below attendance will have been deemed not to have met this criteria. All applicants are given an opportunity to discuss any evidence based mitigating circumstances that may have affected the reference/school report.

If you don't have the entry requirements, Don't worry, let us know and we can assess you to ensure you will be able to direct you onto the right course for you.

We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish! Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

Progression from the Level 1 Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector to the Level 2 Hairdressing, Level 2 Barbering or Level 2 Beauty Therapy.

There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education.

During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated team of careers and education advisors who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

One year, full time. Attendance in College three or four days a week with work experience in our commercial salon. Next course start date: September. Work experience is an essential part of your learning package.

Evidence will be shown in portfolios and of evidence. Kit and uniform is required for practical lessons. Further information regarding kit, uniform and other equipment and materials will be given at advice and guidance/interview sessions. Early application is advised as these courses are popular. The College reserves the right to only run a course if enrolment has reached minimum requirements. For further information please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Assessment is carried out during practical lessons and through written tests & assignments.