About this course

The Level 1 Beauty Therapy is based on National Occupational Standards (NOS).

This qualification will provide you with the basic knowledge and skills in preparation for a career as a beauty therapist. Throughout this qualification you will ensure responsibility to reduce risks to health and safety, prepare and maintain salon treatment work areas and contribute to the development of effective working relationships.
You will be supervised by technical staff and assessed on your competence.

Units you will cover a number of different beauty practical skills which include;

Introduction to the hair and beauty sector
Presenting a professional image in salon
Basic manicure treatment
Basic pedicure treatment
Basic skin care
Basic makeup application
Health and safety in the salon
Working with others in the hair and beauty sector

What you will study

This qualification's structure provides learners with the flexibility to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills depending upon their designated career pathway as a junior beauty & spa therapist. Learners will also further develop their understanding and skills base by selecting a number of optional specialist units. Students will be supervised by technical staff and assessed on their competence through a number of methods including practical competence and a portfolio of evidence. Pupils will also complete external exams and Essential Skills portfolios.

Additional areas that will be covered include:

ESW Literacy & Numeracy
Welsh Baccalaureate - where you will explore a wide range of areas including enterprise activities.

Students will be required to undertake a work placement as part of their fulltime qualification and will have the opportunity to work within a busy commercial environment in order to develop their vocational skills and competence.

Additionally, learners are also required to purchase a uniform and kit to undertake the course – approx. cost £100 - £150

Course fee per year

Salon Fees: £15.00

Entry requirements

Applicants would benefit from achieving 3 GCSEs Grades D-F. Alternatively, applicants will be considered based on interview and a satisfactory skills scan, with a desire and commitment to complete the course they would wish to study.

Important points

The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.