Hair & Beauty

Hair & Beauty

Qualification Level and Examination Board: Level 1 City & Guilds Certificate in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector 

How is the course assessed?

Assignments include both practical tasks and knowledge tasks and to pass a unit you will complete both aspects. Knowledge tasks are graded pass, merit or distinction. Practical tasks are pass or fail only. The grade achieved in the knowledge task will determine the overall grade for the unit. This will allow you to track your progression whilst developing the skills needed for your next steps in the industry. 

What is the content of the course?

Hairdressing

• Shampooing and conditioning

• Blow-drying and styling the hair

• Plaiting and twisting

• Colouring hair using temporary products

Beauty

• Make-up application

• Manicure

• Nail art

What could I study Post-16?

Level 2 or 3 Beauty courses 

What possible careers could I have?

This qualification will give you an introduction to both the Hairdressing and Beauty professions and will help you to make decisions about your future career pathways when you leave school. 

Additional information

You will have the chance to have hands-on practical training to prepare you for your first steps into this exciting industry.