Hair and Beauty

Capable beauty therapists, creative hairdressers, and skilled salon managers have never been more in demand. With fast-moving fashions in hair and beauty therapy - the range of treatments offered in spas and salons is constantly changing and growing - this is a great choice for a creative, rewarding career.

Who are these courses for?
Women and men who want to work in the industry - the courses are highly practical, in addition to teaching all the relevant theory and science.

What kind of environment will I be learning in?
Our recently-refurbished hairdressing and beauty therapy salons are renowned as centres of excellence and you will get the chance to learn from London's leading tutors in real-time situations - the salons at the Hayes Community Campus are open to the public and are very popular with the local community. All our tutors have extensive experience in the industry and know exactly what you need to succeed.

Your extensive hairdressing and beauty therapy training will include:

• The latest techniques from tutors of an international standard
• Diploma courses validated by leading hair product companies
• Opportunities to gain further experience in West End and other London salons
• Qualifications up to NVQ Level 3

What kind of real life experience will I get through these courses?
Courses cover the full range of hair and beauty therapy techniques up to management level, including customer service and reception training. Students will get the chance to practise on real paying clients who visit the Hayes training salon, gaining the high level of practical competence demanded in the area.

What would these courses qualify me to do?
As well as qualifying you to work in a busy, exciting sector of the economy, many of these qualifications will also enable you to go on to higher study.

Can I study these subjects as an Apprentice?
Hairdressing is offered as an Apprenticeship

Can I combine these subjects with studying English language?
Hairdressing is offered with English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Can I study these subjects as a university-level Higher Education qualification?
The School Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy offers the following full-time Higher Education qualification: 

• Foundation Degree in Salon & Spa Management

Are there any part-time courses available in this area?
The School Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy also offers part-time study - details are available in our Part-Time Courses prospectus.

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