Are you thinking about becoming a hairdresser, stylist, beautician, or beauty therapist? This level 1 qualification will give you an in-depth introduction to the hair and beauty sector. It provides a fun and inspirational insight into the industry and will build on your skills to allow you to progress to the next level.
Hair and Beauty Sector (Introduction)
Course Code:
IHAA, IHAC
- Level: 1
- Qualification: Award, Certificate, City and Guilds, Diploma
- Duration: 20 weeks
- Course type: Full-time
- Time of day: Daytime
- When you'll study: Wednesday Thursday and Friday, 9.00am-4.00pm

What's it all about?
Course information
You will need to undergo an initial assessment, but there are no specific entry requirements for this course.
On successful completion you may progress to level 2 hairdressing or beauty therapy courses at the College or even an Apprenticeship.
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- Level: 2
- Qualification: Award
- Awarding body: Vocational Training Charitable Trust (VTCT)
- Duration: 16 weeks
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- Level: E
- Qualification: Short Course
- Awarding body: City College Plymouth
- Duration: Six weeks
- Course type: Short course
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- Level: E
- Qualification: Short Course
- Awarding body: City College Plymouth
- Duration: Five weeks
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