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Hairdressing Professional Apprentice

Course Code: APP0157
  • Level: 2
  • Qualification: Apprenticeship
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course type: Full-time
  • Time of day: Daytime
  • When you'll study: You will work Monday to Friday, with at least 20% of your time spent in the College dedicated to study.

What's it all about?

Ready to jumpstart your career while learning and earning at the same time? An Apprenticeship is a great way for you to dive straight into your chosen career. You’ll split your time between learning on the job with experienced professionals and attending the College to gain essential knowledge. It’s hands-on, practical, and you’ll be earning a qualification while you work. Expect to build real skills, make connections, and have fun getting a head start in your future career!

As a Hairdressing Professional apprentice, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering a wide range of hair services, from cutting and styling to colouring and chemical treatments. You will work in diverse environments such as salons, spas, and even freelance settings, where your expertise will cater to clients’ individual needs and preferences, helping them achieve their desired look.

Your responsibilities will include consulting with clients to understand their hair care goals, offering expert advice on hair maintenance, and executing a variety of technical services with precision and creativity. You’ll be trained in the latest trends and techniques, ensuring that you can offer cutting-edge styles while also mastering classic hairdressing skills.

Throughout your Apprenticeship, you’ll develop strong customer service skills, learning to create a welcoming and professional environment that enhances the client experience. You’ll also gain a deep understanding of health and safety practices, ensuring that all services are performed in a safe and hygienic manner.

Course information

This Apprenticeship covers various areas including:

  • cutting hair using a range of techniques
  • styling and finishing hair
  • colouring and lightening hair
  • providing client consultation
  • advising on haircare products and regimes
  • maintaining health, safety, and hygiene standards.
This Apprenticeship spans 24 months, offering apprentices hands-on experience and practical knowledge in various aspects of professional hairdressing, including cutting, styling, colouring, client consultation, and maintaining a safe and hygienic salon environment.

The entry requirements for this Apprenticeship will be decided by the employer, but may typically be five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above.

The end point assessment will consist of a multiple-choice test, a practical assessment with questions and a professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence. 

Following successful completion, you could progress onto employment within the sector.

Please note fees are quoted for one year only.

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