Hairdressing & Barbering
During our Hairdressing course you will study and perfect a wide range of hairdressing techniques
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3 – Available for progressing learners with the appropriate Level 2 and Maths and English GCSE qualifications.
During our Hairdressing course you will study and perfect a wide range of hairdressing techniques, including cutting, conditioning, colouring, perming and styling. Our industry-standard salons are an amazing space to train in and learn to perfect your skills.
You will have access to real clients to work with and you can also bring in family and friends to practise on!
Working in a real-life salon environment really helps to develop your customer service skills and your confidence which gives you a great foundation when it comes to starting your first job once you’ve qualified.
By the time you’ve gained your qualification you’ll be able to assist your client from consultation all the way to finishing their treatment.
If you’ve got a passion for hair and creative flair, you’ll be great on this course. You’ll learn all the skills you need to work in a salon, as a mobile hairdresser, or even start your own business!
- Colouring
- Cutting
- Styling
- Perming
- Consultation techniques
- Hair and scalp health
- Face shape
- Skin tone
- Customer service skills
- Retail and marketing skills
- Time management
- Self-management
- And much more…
Work experience is mandatory to the course and learners will work in local Hair salons to gain valuable industry experience.
During your time on the Hairdressing course, you will have the chance to partake in a variety of educational trips, talks and lectures including, Industry week with demonstrations from local employers and guest artists. In house and national competitions including Wella Xposure and World Skills. Trips to Hair and Beauty UK, Salon International and Wella Studios and a masterclass in Hair blogging.
Career Areas
- Hairdresser in a salon
- Salon manager
- Freelance hairdresser
- Cruise liner
- Leisure industry
- TV & Film stylist
Industry Jobs
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