Beauty Therapy Level 1
The main purpose of the VTCT Level 1 Diploma in Beauty is to enable students to develop their beauty skills, techniques and knowledge, which will prepare them for progression to the next level of vocational learning. All the units in this qualification directly prepare students for further study in the hair and beauty sector.
Liza-Jane Lamb
“I have immensely enjoyed my time at the College, and thanks to the dedication of the tutors, I will be forging a new career in hairdressing armed with all the skills and attributes needed to be successful in my chosen profession. ”
Nichola Connorton
“The course has helped me develop my skills so much and my knowledge on the subject has been expanded. I can’t wait to use my skills within a salon.”
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Description
This qualification will enable students to develop the practical beauty skills and techniques and select from a range of units including: hand and nail care, foot and toenail care, make-up application, skin care and nail art.
Also included in the optional section of this qualification are units that support the students' practical work such as: the hair and beauty sector, hair and beauty products, health and safety, customer services and designing retail display areas.
Student attendance must remain above 90% to enable to successfully complete the course.
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Entry Requirements
Entry Level: Students will be required to attend an interview.
Level 1: Students will need to have four GCSE passes at grade 2 (E) or above, preferably including Maths and English. Alternatively, students will be accepted on to the course if they have an equivalent vocational qualification at an equivalent level to GCSE grades 2 (E), and Functional Skills Maths and English, preferably at Entry Level 3.
Enthusiasm, good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
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Qualification
VTCT Level 1 Diploma in Beauty
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Progression
After completing this course, students can progress onto Level 2 Beauty or apprenticeship.
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Assessment
Most of the qualification is practical based with some classroom work.
Assessments are carried out through a combination of observation of practical work on peers/models, projects, assignments, and written and oral questioning. Students build a portfolio of evidence.
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Home Study
Four to six hours a week would be a requirement for home study work.
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Work Placement
Work experience is a mandatory part of the course and it is advisable that students source their placement early in the qualification.
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Fees and Additional Costs
There will be a cost for a uniform. This price is available upon request from the Beauty department and will be discussed at interview.
| Code | Start | Fees* |
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| BEAUTY L1 242501 | September 2024 | Fee Information |
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Programmes currently in progress
Please be aware that this course has already started. Please call 01635 845000 to check if spaces are available
Code Start Fees* BEAUTY L1 232401 September 2023 Fee Information
* Terms and conditions apply. The fees stated on this website are for guidance purposes only and should be checked before enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, fees shown are for tuition only, over one term (Community Learning courses) or one academic year. Where a course is longer than one academic year, the fees stated are for the first year, and the cost of the second or subsequent years will be discussed at interview. For details of fee remission for students over 19 click here. If you think you may be entitled to a concession or fee remission, or you would like more information on the additional costs associated with your chosen course, please contact us on 01635 845000 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..