VTCT Skills
    Level 1
    QN: 600/1647/4
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    VTCT Skills Level 1 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by VTCT Skills. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 353 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 1
    Awarding Body
    VTCT Skills
    Syllabus Units
    13 Units
    Guided Hours
    353 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Basic Make-up Application

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for makeup
    • Be able to carry out make up
    2

    Create a Hair and Beauty Image

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to plan an image
    • Be able to create an image
    3

    Follow health and safety in the salon

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to maintain health and safety practices
    • Be able to follow emergency procedures
    4

    Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the career opportunities and working patterns within the hair and beauty sector
    • Know the main hairdressing services and beauty treatments
    5

    Nail Art Application

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for nail art techniques
    • Be able to carry out nail art techniques
    6

    Presenting a Professional Image in a Salon

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to communicate in a salon environment
    • Be able to present a professional image and maintain personal hygiene in a salon.
    7

    Providing basic manicure treatment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for basic manicure treatments
    • Be able to provide basic manicure treatments
    8

    Providing Basic Pedicure Treatment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for a basic pedicure treatment
    • Be able to provide a basic pedicure treatment
    9

    Salon reception duties

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to carry out salon reception duties
    • Be able to record salon appointments
    10

    Skin care

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for basic skin care treatment
    • Be able to provide basic skin care treatment
    11

    The Art of Photographic Make-Up

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for Photographic Makeup
    • Be able to provide Photographic Makeup
    12

    Themed Face Painting

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for themed face painting
    • Be able to carry out themed face painting
    13

    Working with others in the hair and beauty sector

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to work as part of a team in a salon

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    600/1647/4
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    VTCT Skills
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Jun 2011