Hair & Beauty

Careers in the Hair and Beauty Industries

Find the right style for your future with a career in hair and beauty. If you have a lively personality, are hardworking and driven and have a creative flair then this glamorous sector could be for you. The hairdressing and beauty therapy industry provides treatments such as hair cutting, colouring, waxing and skincare, makeup and spa services. New hairstyles and beauty trends are constantly emerging in the hair and beauty industry, driven by influential celebrities, fashion and the desire to look our best.

Careers in the hair and beauty industries: ❱ Spa Manager ❱ Salon Stylist ❱ Salon Manager ❱ Makeup Artist ❱ Barber ❱ Beauty Therapist ❱ Hairstylist/Beauty Therapist (cruise ship) ❱ Mobile Hairstylist/Beauty Therapist ❱ Manufacturer Sales Team

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Salon Manager Average salary - £25,500

Spa Manager Average salary - £27,879

Barber Average salary - £24,784

Makeup Artist Average salary - £21,540

The workforce in the Hair & Beauty sector is projected to grow by 3.6% over the period to 2027, creating 1,200 jobs.

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Studying with us

You will have access to our seven professionally equipped hair and beauty salons, including our commercial spa suite, modern hairdressing salons and barbershop. Our experienced professionals train students to the highest standards in all the latest techniques and treatments.

Progress to Uni

Example of where our students go

UCM University Centre Middlesbrough

Did you know?

Our students also regularly take part in national and regional hair and beauty competitions including the annual Association of Hairdressers and Therapists (AHT) competition to enhance their skills and gain wider experience.

Top Employers

Student profile Ruby

Ruby Wilson Technical Cert in Hair Colouring Services Level 2 Previous school: Northallerton School

“The opportunities and experiences on this course are amazing and the teachers are so supportive. The best opportunity at College is being able to work in the Graduate Salon with real clients. This has helped me to build professional skills and gain confidence.”

T Levels Hair & Beauty courses

Every T Level student will take an industry placement that lasts at least 45 days, helping you to gain valuable experience in the workplace and allowing employers to meet the new talent in their industry.

Level Course title

L3 Hairdressing

L3 Beauty Therapy Services How will I be assessed

T Levels are assessed through practical employer-set projects, assignments and examinations. 2 years

T Levels are assessed through practical employer-set projects, assignments and examinations. 2 years

Duration

Vocational Hair & Beauty courses

Level Course title

L1 Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector (Hairdressing or Beauty route) VRQ Certificate

L2 Technical Certificate in Cutting and Colouring Combined

L2 VRQ Hairdressing Diploma L2 VRQ Certificate in Beauty Services L2 Technical Certificate in Beauty Therapy L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Beauty and Spa Therapy L2 Technical Certificate in Makeup Artistry

L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Media Makeup Artistry How will I be assessed

You will be assessed through 5 assignments, 2 exams minimum and completed portfolio of practical assessments. 1 year

Duration

You will be assessed through theory and practical assessments. 1 year

You will be assessed through one externally set and moderated assignment and one externally set and marked exam, sat under examination conditions. 1 year

You will be assessed through observation of your skills and on-going assessment. There will be an end exam to check your knowledge. 1 year

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