The main purpose of the VTCT Level 1 Certificate in Hair and Beauty Skills (VRQ) is to prepare you to progress to the next level of vocational learning. All the units in this qualification directly prepare you for further study in the hair and beauty sector. This qualification provides access to all of the techniques required to develop your practical
hair and beauty skills.
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Overview
Your knowledge and understanding of units covered will be collected in a portfolio of evidence. Guidance for this will come from your assessor. Your assessor may also ask questions to confirm your knowledge and understanding. You will also be observed as part of a number of practical performances, assessments.
Your grade will be determined by achievement of assessment criteria and achievement of additional performance standards.
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Who is this course for?
School leavers -
Entry Requirements
There are no formal prerequisite qualifications that you must have prior to undertaking this qualification. -
Assessment Types
- Portfolio evidence
- Assignments
- Formative and summative practical assessments
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Units/Modules
- Shampooing and conditioning hair
- Colouring hair using temporary colour
- Blow-drying hair
- Winding skills
You will also have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of relevant hair and beauty products, health and safety, customer services, skin care, make- up, nails and what is required of you when working in the hair and beauty industry.
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Benefits/Skills
The opportunity to look at all skill areas in hair and beauty before committing to a Level 2 qualification. -
Careers/Progression
- VTCT Level 2 Diploma / Certificate in Hairdressing
- VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy
- VTCT Level 2 Diploma in hair and makeup artistry
- VTCT Level 2 Apprenticeship in hairdressing