Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector

Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector - Level 1 Diploma

Do you aspire to work as a hairdresser or beauty therapist? Want to kickstart your career in the hair and beauty industry but you're not sure where to start? Our Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector is the perfect place for you to start.

You'll learn skills including shampooing and conditioning, skincare, manicures and pedicures, and plaiting and twisting, as well as the key attributes of those in the industry such as communication, team work, and how to provide excellent customer service.

This course is taught at our Rochdale campus, located in Rochdale Town Centre, Greater Manchester.

Entry Requirements

4 GSCE Grades to include English and maths at Grade 1-2 is required.

Details

This course offers 2 different pathways, you can either choose hairdressing pathway or beauty therapy pathway.

Hairdressing Pathway

•   Shampoo and condition hair
•   Health and Safety
•   Twisting and Plating hair
•   Drying and Sytling techniques
•   Teamwork
• Working in Hairdressing

Beauty Therapy Pathway

•   Working in beauty related industes
• Health and safety
• Skincare
•   Manicure treatments
•   Pedicure treatments
•   Make-up

Work Experience

During your course you will complete work experience on a weekly basis for 3 hours in our prestigious Riverside salon.

Progression

Level 2 Hairdressing, Level 2 Hair and Media Make-up, apprenticeship based on achieving required Level 1 Functional Skill in English and Maths. Possible careers are a Hairdresser, Barber, Stylist or Salon Manager.

Anne Colgan

The course is great fun - whether it’s for a career or just to enjoy. Most people are nervous when you meet a bunch of new people, but everyone was there to learn and have fun!

Lorraine Dale

It was great to learn from knowledgeable tutors who were more than happy to share their knowledge

Joshua Watt

There are so many fantastic opportunities at Hopwood – be sure to say ‘yes’ to as many as you can!

Saad Farooq

My course opened up many doors and I have achieved a lot since gaining my qualification at such a great University Centre

Helen King-Wilson

Hopwood unlocked capabilities that I did not recognise in myself and gave me the confidence to expand my knowledge

Oliver Lewis

Hopwood’s facilities were top notch – the whole experience really was brilliant

Emily Hamilton

I was slightly older when I started my apprenticeship, but I’m now on an ever-growing career path thanks to the amazing team at Hopwood

Luke Webster

Hopwood Hall College gave me so much to be thankful for. They helped me become the professional I am today