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Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector (Beauty Pathway) Level 1 Certificate

at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education, Southend-On-Sea · college

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Level 1Stepping stonesCertificate12 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is ideal if you are just starting out in hair and beauty and want a basic understanding of the industry in order to succeed in a job in the hair and beauty area or move on to further study. This course focuses on the Beauty pathway. A seperate course is available for the Hair pathway.

What you need to get on

An Entry 3 qualification or GCSEs x 2 at grade 2/E in MATHS or ENGLISH Successful attendance at interview event Successful attendance at transition event You will be required to purchase salon wear, equipment kit, textbooks and consumables at enrolment

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Thurrock Campus (Grays)

    High Street, Grays, RM17 6TF

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  • Southend Campus (Luker Road)

    Luker Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1ND

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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · Grays
  • 1 September 2027 · Southend-on-Sea

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