Schools Links Level 1

Hairdressing is all you've wanted to do since you can remember. So why wait until you've finished school before you start training to be the next top hair stylist? If you're studying your GCSEs, you can also take the course in Hair & beauty. It will give you a head start into the industry. You'll be taught the basics in hair & beauty and you'll get a taste of salon life thanks to the purpose-built hair and beauty facilities available at Gloucestershire College. . Our lecturers have worked in the industry and some are still working in top salons in Gloucestershire, so you'll be confident you're learning the most up to date techniques. There are five units that make up the qualification and they are assessed practically and by assignments. Topics covered are customer care, salon reception duties, health and safety and assisting hairdressing services. These will give you a great introduction into a career in hairdressing.

On successful completion of this course, students may progress onto the NVQ level 1 or NVQ level 2 in hairdressing or beauty, either on a full time basis or through the apprenticeship route. To progress to level 1 you will need a pass grade and to progress to level 2, you will need a merit or distinction grade. You must also have a GCSE grade A*-C in english language or functional skills level 2 to progress onto a level 2.

To enrol onto this course, you’ll need to be a Year 11 student and be passionate about hairdressing. You will also need predicted grades of A to D in your chosen subjects and have a good tutor reference too.

With a Principle learning Level 1 qualification you can apply onto a NVQ Level 2 course in hairdressing or an apprenticeship.