Introduction to Beauty - VTCT Level 1 Award

<p>To further enhance your practical skills, you will have the opportunity to choose from the following hair and beauty units; <br />
Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector </p>

<p>Presenting a professional Image in a Salon </p>

<p>Optional Units:</p>

<p>Providing Basic Manicure Treatment </p>

<p>Providing Basic Pedicure Treatment </p>

<p>Basic Make-up application </p>

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•    Underpinning this qualification, you will develop a sound knowledge and understanding of each unit.<br />
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<p>You will be required to attend an Admission Session prior to enrolling on this course. At this session, you will receive:<br />
•    Full details of what is covered on the course<br />
•    Information as to the pre-requisite skills or qualifications needed prior to enrolling<br />
•    Information as to the home study requirements and commitment<br />
•    A skills check for English/or maths as appropriate<br />
•    Details of learning or financial support that may be available to you<br />
•    A skills (trade) test to check basic underlying practical skills and knowledge<br />
There will be an opportunity to ask any further questions you may have. If you have any certificates for qualifications in this subject area, or for English or maths, please bring them with you to the Admission Session. Please note places on some of our courses will be in high demand and if you have been offered a place but no longer require it, please advise us immediately, as you may be preventing another learner from taking the place. Where learners do not attend the first session, without having given prior notice, Skills & Learning reserve the right to offer the place on the course to another learner (see Additional Information below). For term dates please refer to www.skillsandlearningace.com/about/term-dates<br />
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<p>This is a Level 1 assessed course. Once completed, your work will be marked and internally verified. An external verifier from the awarding body will visit to review your work before you receive your certificate. As soon as your certificate is received by Skills & Learning, it will be forwarded to you.<br />
•    Awarding body: VTCT<br />
•    Assignments/Course work: Your practical skills will be formally assessed throughout the course. You will collect a portfolio of evidence i.e. assignments and written test results, plus other forms of evidence, for example, witness testimonies and photographic evidence.<br />
•    Examination(s): There is no final written exam.<br />
You will negotiate a Personal Learning Plan with your tutor identifying the areas you need to develop; this will be reviewed at regular intervals.<br />
Please note that this qualification must be completed within the deadline set. It may be possible to re-sit examinations within the academic year at an additional fee.<br />
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<p>There are no formal prerequisite qualifications that you must have prior to undertaking this qualification.</p>

<p>The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills in both hair and beauty and will provide you with the foundation for further learning. It will also enable you to perform your own services and to assist others in the salon.<br />
The legislations referred to within this qualification apply to UK learners. For learners outside of the UK, you should familiarise yourself with legislations that may apply to you.</p>

<p>You are strongly advised to purchase and bring a basic hair and beauty kit with you to class containing the basic elements needed to complete hairdressing and beauty services. Any additional items will be loaned to you for the duration of the session and would need to be returned. If it is not returned, you will be invoiced for the full cost of a replacement.<br />
There may be a requirement to obtain course books or other resources to support your study. You will be guided by your tutor prior to any purchase. For information regarding any funding for this course please refer to the Finance page on our website <a href="https://www.skillslearningace.com/learning-with-us/finance/">www.skillslearningace.com/learning-with-us/finance/.</a></p>

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<strong>PLEASE NOTE If you do not attend a pre-booked practical or theory exam without giving the required notice, you will be invoiced for the cost. Details of the fees and cancellation notice periods required are available on request.</strong></p>

<p>There are opportunities for a hairdresser or beauty therapist to find employment in a variety of areas, including salons, cruise ships, hotels, resorts or self-employment (mobile or home based). You may wish to consider a Level 2 course in Hair or Beauty, a course in Nail Treatments or a course in Massage:</p>

<p>NVQ qualifications:</p>

<p>• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing <br />
• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering <br />
• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy General <br />
• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy Make-up <br />
• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Nail Services Apprenticeships: <br />
• VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals (Hairdressing)<br />
• VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals (Barbering) <br />
• VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Professionals (Nail Services Technician) <br />
• VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Professionals (Beauty Therapist) <br />
• VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Professionals (Beauty and Make-up Consultant) </p>

<p>Progression opportunities also exist in the form of specialist VTCT Skills vocationally related qualifications:</p>

<p>• Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Beauty Services <br />
• Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Media Make-up <br />
• Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Specialist Technique</p>

<p>Other Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses may be available – ask your Course Tutor for more information.</p>

<p>Other courses may be offered by Skills & Learning or other local providers. There are a range of courses available to help the development of skills for work. There are a variety of e-learning courses that can be started at any time of the year. Up to date English and Maths Functional Skills and Essential Digital Skills qualifications can help you progress at work or into further or higher education.<br />
Skills & Learning work with local employers to offer Sector Based Work Academy Programmes and Apprenticeship training. See our website www.skillsandlearningace.comfor more details. Your tutor may also be able to discuss the possible options with you. You may like to talk with a Careers Adviser about other courses. General careers advice and guidance can be provided by the National Careers Service https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk For further information please contact us on 01202 123444.<br />
Need support planning your next steps? Our experienced Careers Advisors at Skills & Learning can offer personalised guidance on choosing the right course, exploring career paths, developing interview skills, updating your CV and much more. Book a FREE appointment today and get the support you need to achieve your goals. Visit: https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/learning-with-us/next-steps/. Call us at 01202 123444 for more information.<br />
 </p><p>Need support planning your next steps? Our experienced Careers Advisors at Skills &amp; Learning can offer personalised guidance on choosing the right course, exploring career paths, developing interview skills, updating your CV and much more. Book a FREE appointment today and get the support you need to achieve your goals. Visit: <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/learning-with-us/next-steps/" target="_blank">https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/learning-with-us/next-steps/</a>. Call us at 01202 123444 for more information.</p>

<p><strong>English, maths and computing skills:</strong> all of our workshops support the development of relevant English, maths and computing skills.<br />
<strong>Refunds:</strong> please see details of our cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions on our website <a href="http://www.skillsandlearningace.com/terms-and-conditions/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/terms-and-conditions</a> or in our brochure.<br />
<strong>Attendance:</strong> before enrolling you should ensure that you can attend all classes offered as far as possible<br />
<strong>Places on workshops:</strong> some of our workshops will be in high demand and if you have been offered a place but no longer require it, please advise us immediately as you may be preventing another learner from the taking the place. Where learners do not attend the first session, without having given prior notice, Skills & Learning reserve the right to offer the place on the workshop to another learner and you will not be eligible to a refund it its outside of the terms outlined in our cancellation policy.<br />
<strong>Fully funded learners:</strong> if you have been offered a fully funded place on a workshop and no longer require it, you must advise us before the workshop starts so that your place can be offered to someone else. We reserve the right to withdraw future offers of fully funded places if you regularly do not start or complete funded workshops.<br />
<strong>Home study:</strong> you may be required to do some study at home between sessions to assist with your learning and progress.<br />
<strong>Qualification Levels:</strong> there is further information about qualification levels on our website. Some workshops will have learners of different levels being taught in the same class with differentiated learning materials and activities appropriate to the qualification level.<br />
<strong>Proof of identity:</strong> please bring photographic ID and your National Insurance number with you to your first session. You will also need to provide it for any external examinations you take.<br />
<strong>Off-site activities:</strong> with some workshops, there may be the opportunity for off-site enrichment activities at additional cost, for example: gallery, museum or exhibition visits. Where this is an integral part of the workshop, your tutor will discuss the arrangements with you during your induction.<br />
<strong>Parking at Centres:</strong> parking at centres may be limited, please be prepared to use on street parking or pay and display car parks. For information regarding each centre, please visit the venue section of our website <a href="http://www.skillsandlearningace.com/venues/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/venues</a>.<br />
<strong>Refreshments:</strong> tea/coffee or vending machine(s) are available at some venues. Further information can be found in the venue section of our website <a href="http://www.skillsandlearningace.com/venues/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/venues</a>.<br />
<strong>Unspent Criminal Convictions</strong> we require learners to disclose any unspent criminal convictions. Please refer to <a href="http://www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies</a>.<br />
If you have any <strong>accessibility or disability issues</strong> that we need to accommodate or if you think you may need any other support to complete your chosen workshop please contact: 01202 123444 or e-mail <a href="mailto:infopal@bcpcouncil.gov.uk">infopal@bcpcouncil.gov.uk</a>. All enquiries are treated in confidence.</p><p><strong>English, maths and computing skills:</strong> all of our courses support the development of relevant English, maths and computing skills.<br />
<strong>Refunds:</strong> please see details of our cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions on our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions</a> or in our brochure.<br />
<strong>Attendance:</strong> before enrolling you should ensure that you can attend all classes offered as far as possible.<br />
<strong>Places on courses:</strong> many of our courses are in high demand. If you have been offered a place but no longer require it, please advise us immediately as you may be preventing another learner from taking the place. Where learners do not attend the first session, without having given prior notice, Skills &amp; Learning reserve the right to offer the place on the course to another learner; you will not be eligible for a refund it it is outside of the terms outlined in our cancellation policy.<br />
<strong>Fully funded learners:</strong> if you have been offered a fully funded place on a course and no longer require it, you must advise us before the course starts so that your place can be offered to someone else. We reserve the right to withdraw future offers of fully funded places if you regularly do not start or complete funded courses.<br />
<strong>Home study:</strong> you will&nbsp;be required to do significant&nbsp;study at home between sessions to assist with your learning and progress.<br />
<strong>Qualification Levels:</strong> there is further information about qualification levels on our website.<br />
<strong>Proof of identity:</strong> please bring photographic ID and your National Insurance number with you to your first session. You will also need to provide it for any external examinations you take.<br />
<strong>Off-site activities:</strong> with some courses, there may be the opportunity for off-site enrichment activities at additional cost, for example: gallery, museum or exhibition visits. Where this is an integral part of the course, your tutor will discuss the arrangements with you during your induction.<br />
<strong>Parking at centres:</strong> parking at centres may be limited; please be prepared to use on street parking or pay and display car parks. For information regarding each centre, please visit the venue section of our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/</a>.<br />
<strong>Refreshments:</strong> tea/coffee or vending machine(s) are available at some venues. Further information can be found in the venue section of our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/</a>.<br />
<strong>Unspent Criminal Convictions</strong> we require learners to disclose any unspent criminal convictions. Please refer to <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions</a>.<br />
If you have any <strong>accessibility or disability issues</strong> that we need to accommodate or if you think you may need any other support to complete your chosen course, please contact: 01202 123444 or e-mail <a href="mailto:enquiries@salbcp.com">enquiries@salbcp.com</a>. All enquiries are treated in confidence.</p>