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Mode of study
Part Time
Start date
14/09/2026
Entry requirements
GCSE English at Grade 4 (C) or above, or a recognised Level 2 ESOL qualification. These entry requirements are designed to ensure learners have the English language skills needed to successfully engage with the programme, complete assessments, understand health and safety requirements, and communicate effectively with clients in a professional salon environment and complete online exams. If you do not currently meet these requirements, our team can advise you on suitable either GCSE English or ESOL courses to support your progression onto a Level 2 Hairdressing programme in the future.
Course Code
CT2BAA1P/1
Duration
1-Year
Location
Welwyn Garden City Campus
Awarding body
Vocational Training Charitable Trust
Assessment
As part of this qualification you are required to produce a portfolio of evidence. A portfolio will confirm the knowledge, understanding and skills that have been learned. It may be in electronic or paper format. Your assessor will guide you on how to prepare the portfolio of evidence and how to show practical achievement, and understanding of the knowledge required to successfully complete the qualification. Evidence in the portfolio could be: 'Observed work 'Witness statements 'Audio-visual media 'Evidence of prior learning or attainment 'Written questions 'Oral questions 'Assignments 'Case studies
About the course
Career options
Our Hair and Beauty courses enable you to work in a wide variety of salons, nail bars, spas, cruise ships, or even work abroad in luxury resorts. Depending on the level you choose to study, we recommend that you carry on climbing the ladder within Oaklands, and then onto university or into employment.
Potential careers:
- Beauty Therapist
- Theatrical and Media Makeup Artist
- Nail Technician
- Massage Therapist
- Salon Management
- Beauty Consultant
- Reflexologist
- Aromatherapist
- Skincare Consultant
- Hairdresser/stylist
As part of this qualification you are required to produce a portfolio of evidence. A portfolio will confirm the knowledge, understanding and skills that have been learned. It may be in electronic or paper format.
Your assessor will guide you on how to prepare the portfolio of evidence and how to show practical achievement, and understanding of the knowledge required to successfully complete the qualification.
Evidence in the portfolio could be:
'Observed work 'Witness statements 'Audio-visual media 'Evidence of prior learning or attainment 'Written questions 'Oral questions 'Assignments 'Case studies