Is This Course Right for You?

Are you creative, artistic, and enjoy working with your hands? Do you like helping others feel confident and enjoy working in a social, customer-facing environment?

If so, a career in the hair and beauty sector could be your perfect fit.

Course Overview

Course Title: Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector / Bespoke Barbering

Location: BDS Training, 31 Greenhey Place, Gillibrands, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9SA

Awarding Body: City & Guilds

Qualifications Offered:

  • Level 1 Award
  • Level 1 Certificate
  • Level 1 Diploma

Assessment Methods:

  • Portfolio Building
  • Written Assignments
  • Practical Assessments

This practical, hands-on course is ideal for young people interested in starting a career in the hair and beauty industry. Learners develop essential skills across a range of services in both hairdressing and beauty, supported by experienced tutors in a professional training environment.

Students also gain real-world experience through placements at our sister salon, Phases - a working salon created by BDS Training specifically to give Year 11 learners the opportunity to work as junior apprentices. This experience supports learners in making confident and informed career choices.

No prior learning or experience is required - just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!

Course Content:

  • Hand Care & Manicure
  • Skin Care
  • Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector
  • Presenting a Professional Image
  • Styling Women’s Hair
  • Styling Men’s Hair
  • Plaiting & Twisting Hair
  • Basic Make-Up Application
  • Themed Face Painting
  • Nail Art
  • Applying Temporary Colour
  • Health & Safety in the Workplace
  • Reception Duties
  • Teamwork & Communication

Bespoke Barbering Pathway

BDS Barbers is a bespoke pathway, open to both male and female learners, that focuses solely on barbering and hairdressing skills. Beauty modules are excluded from this route.

Learners following the barbering pathway will complete all mandatory units and barbering-specific content, leading to a City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate.

Barbering Course Content Includes:

  • Health & Safety in a Barbering Environment
  • Personal Presentation & Hygiene
  • Client Care for Men
  • Shampooing & Conditioning
  • Cutting Men’s Hair (Basic Techniques)
  • Creating Hair Patterns
  • Drying & Styling Techniques
  • Colouring Men’s Hair
  • Facial Hair Grooming & Beard Design
  • Facial & Head Massage
  • Simulated Shaving Services
  • Career Awareness in Barbering

Timetable

  • Days: Tuesday to Friday
  • Times: 9:30am – 2:30pm

Progression Opportunities

Upon completion, learners can progress to:

  • Further Education (Level 2 or beyond)
  • Hairdressing or Barbering Apprenticeships
  • Employment in salons, barbershops, or as junior stylists