
THE ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL COLLEGE FOR 13–16 YEAR OLDS
Allow Your Teenager to Turn Their Passion Into a Profession
If your teenager loves hair, beauty, nails, skincare or make-up, this could be the first step towards turning that interest into something much bigger.
The VTCT Skills Level 1 Diploma – Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector is a nationally recognised qualification designed to introduce young people to the professional hair and beauty industry.
Delivered through a combination of hands-on salon training and flexible learning from home, students can develop practical skills, confidence and industry knowledge while working towards a recognised qualification.
And they don't have to wait until the next academic year to begin.
We offer flexible enrolment throughout the year, subject to availability, making the programme suitable for home-educated learners, young people completing the qualification alongside school, and those looking for a more flexible approach to their education.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOUR TEENAGER?
This programme could be a great fit for a young person who:
✨ Has a genuine interest in hair, beauty, nails, skincare or make-up
✨ Learns well through practical, hands-on experiences
✨ Would benefit from a smaller and more personal learning environment
✨ Is home educated or wants to study alongside school
✨ Wants to build confidence and independence
✨ Wants to gain a nationally recognised qualification
✨ Is considering a future career within the hair and beauty industry
No previous hair or beauty experience is required. Level 1 is designed to give learners their starting point.
WHAT WILL THEY ACTUALLY LEARN?
This isn't simply a taster course.
Students work through a combination of professional knowledge and practical hair and beauty units, giving them the opportunity to experience different areas of the industry and discover the areas they enjoy most.
MANDATORY UNITS
• Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector
• Presenting a Professional Image in a Salon
THEORY UNITS
• Follow Health and Safety in the Salon
• Working with Others in the Hair and Beauty Sector
• Salon Reception Duties
PRACTICAL HAIR UNITS
• Shampoo and Conditioning
• Head Massage
• Style Hair Using Hairdressing Techniques
• Plaiting and Twisting Hair
• Colour Hair Using Temporary Colour
PRACTICAL BEAUTY, NAIL & MAKE-UP UNITS
• Skin Care
• Basic Make-Up Application
• Providing Basic Manicure Treatment
• Providing Basic Pedicure Treatment
• Nail Art Application
FINAL SHOWCASE UNIT
• Create an Image Using Colour for the Hair and Beauty Sector
For their final creative unit, learners have the opportunity to bring together the skills and ideas they've developed to create and present a complete hair and beauty look.
HOW THE COURSE WORKS
We've designed this programme to offer more flexibility than a traditional college timetable.
Rather than expecting every teenager to learn in exactly the same way, the qualification combines practical salon education with flexible learning that can be completed from home.
PRACTICAL LEARNING IN THE SALON
Students attend practical sessions at The Home of Danai (empowered salon education) in Dukinfield, where they'll develop their skills through guided, hands-on learning in a real working salon environment.
Practical sessions are intentionally kept small, with a maximum of 4 students attending at one time with the majority of sessions being one to one.
This allows learners to ask questions, receive individual support and build their confidence without feeling lost within a large classroom environment.
Practical attendance will be arranged as part of the learner's individual programme following enrolment.
FLEXIBLE LEARNING FROM HOME
Theory learning is completed flexibly through our online student area.
Students have access to pre-recorded lessons, learning resources and assignments which guide them through the theory elements of their qualification.
This gives learners greater flexibility to work around school, home education, family life and other commitments while continuing to make progress towards their qualification.
FLEXIBLE ENROLMENT
There is no need to wait until next September to begin.
We offer flexible enrolment throughout the year, subject to practical availability.
Once enrolled, we'll explain your teenager's individual starting point, learning schedule and practical attendance so both you and your teenager know exactly what happens next.
HOW WILL THEY BE ASSESSED?
Assessment takes place throughout the qualification and includes:
✔ Practical observations
✔ Portfolio evidence and assignments
✔ Short online multiple-choice assessments where required
✔ Practical final assessments
✔ A final creative showcase
Students are supported throughout their qualification so they understand what is expected of them and can see the progress they are making.
Towards the end of their programme, learners complete any outstanding practical assessments using suitable models.
Models can be friends or family members, helping learners complete their assessments with someone they feel comfortable with.
A small £17 model fee applies to practical model sessions to contribute towards the products and materials used.
WHERE CAN THIS QUALIFICATION LEAD?
Successfully completing Level 1 gives learners a foundation from which they can begin progressing further within the hair and beauty industry.
Future progression could include:
• VTCT Skills Level 2 qualifications
• Level 2 Hairdressing
• Beauty Therapy
• Nail Services
• Make-Up
• Hair & Beauty apprenticeships
• Further education within the sector
It also gives learners the opportunity to experience several different areas of hair and beauty before deciding which direction they may eventually want to specialise in.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Your teenager's enrolment includes:
✔ VTCT Skills Level 1 Diploma – Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector
✔ VTCT registration and certification fees
✔ Practical salon training
✔ Online theory learning
✔ Learning resources and assignments
✔ Products, equipment and consumables used during normal training sessions
✔ Portfolio support
✔ Assessment and assessor sign-off
✔ Final assessment sessions
✔ Access to our exclusive online student area
✔ Support throughout their qualification
✔ Clear progression routes into Level 2 and beyond
INVESTMENT
VTCT Skills Level 1 Diploma
£997 MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN
11 monthly payments of £90.64
£900 PAY IN FULL
Save £97 when paying in full.
Your payment plan begins from enrolment, allowing learners to join throughout the year rather than waiting for a September intake.
WHY PARENTS CHOOSE THE HOME OF DANAI
At The Home of Danai, we believe education should be personal.
Unlike large college classrooms, our practical sessions are intentionally kept small, with a maximum of 4 learners attending at one time.
This creates a supportive environment where learners can be known as individuals, ask questions, develop at their own pace and receive the encouragement they need to grow in confidence.
🏆 Nationally recognised VTCT qualification
🏡 Practical education in a real working salon
👥 Maximum 4 learners per practical session
💻 Flexible learning from home
🎓 Qualified and experienced industry educator and assessor
🤍 Personal support throughout the programme
🏠 Suitable for home-educated learners
🏫 Can be completed alongside school
✨ Practical learning designed to build confidence
📈 Clear progression into Level 2 and beyond
📅 Flexible enrolment throughout the year
EDUCATION DOESN'T HAVE TO LOOK THE SAME FOR EVERY TEENAGER.
Some young people thrive in large classrooms.
Others flourish when they're given a smaller environment, practical experiences and the opportunity to learn about something they're genuinely interested in.
That's exactly what we've created at The Home of Danai.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER ENROLMENT?
Once your purchase has been completed, you'll receive access to your student area within our exclusive online classroom.
From there you'll find your welcome information and everything you need to get started.
We'll then complete your teenager's learner onboarding and VTCT registration and confirm their individual learning and practical attendance plan.
Because we offer flexible enrolment, your teenager can begin their journey without having to wait for the next traditional September intake.
READY TO BEGIN?
If your teenager is constantly doing hair, experimenting with make-up, practising nails, watching beauty tutorials or already talking about a future within the industry, this could be where that passion starts becoming a profession.
Secure their place below to begin their enrolment.
We can't wait to welcome them to The Home of Danai and support them as they take their first steps into the hair and beauty industry.
For learners aged 13–16
Flexible enrolment available throughout the year, subject to practical session availability.