The VTCT Level 1/2 Technical Award in the Study of Hair and Beauty 

Please note, this is NOT an option until year 10, places are limited for this course.

The Award consists of three mandatory units:

1. Business and entrepreneurship in the Hair and Beauty sector

2. Anatomy, physiology and cosmetic science

3. Design in the Hair and Beauty sector.

Learners will explore design skills and techniques used within the hair and beauty sector to develop their skills in planning, carrying out research and presenting design brief ideas. They will also explore the business aspect of the hair and beauty sector and have the opportunity to investigate the principles of marketing and how entrepreneurship supports the hair and beauty sector, including how to select and design promotional activities and materials. 

The three units are holistically assessed – learners will need to achieve a pass in both an external written exam and a synoptic written assignment – the marks for these will be added together and the total mark will determine the level and grade of achievement; this will ensure a wide range of abilities is recognised and rewarded.

Please note, this is not a practical hair and beauty course.