Study

There are two distinctly different job roles within this occupational profile: Hairdresser and Barber. Hairdressers will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using a range of techniques, style and finish hair to create variety of looks, and colour and lighten hair for ladies and men. Barbers will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using barbering techniques, style and finish hair, cut facial hair into shape and provide shaving services for men.

You will build on a wide range of knowledge in areas such as professionalism and values, consultation, shampooing, cutting hair, style and finish and colour and lighten hair.

What do I need?

• Ideally have at least 5 GCSE’s at grade 4/C or above, including Maths and English
• Applicants that do not have a C/4 in English or Maths will be required to take a re-sit during the apprenticeship

Where can it take me?

On completion of this apprenticeship, you will be a level 2 qualified Hair Professional.

Halesowen College offer progression opportunities in the following apprenticeship areas:

• Level 3 Hairdressing
• Level 3 Team Leader

Additional information

DURATION: 24 Months

An apprenticeship is a real job, with hands-on experience, a salary and the chance to train while you work. You would be treated just like all the other employees, with a contract of employment, holiday leave and employee benefits. You would receive support from a dedicated assessor who regularly visits apprentices in the workplace.

Halesowen College have a dedicated recruitment team who support you in finding a job for your apprenticeship. After attending a pre-interview, you will be entered into our talent pool and will be notified about any potential vacancies.

We ask that you email your CV to apprenticeships@halesowen.ac.uk, from this Halesowen College will start to work with employers to assist in securing you a job role