Apprenticeship Courses

An apprenticeship is a work based learning programme which results in a nationally recognised salon qualification. This is a real job with training and is a way for individuals to earn while they learn gaining valuable skills and knowledge in a specific job role. This is aimed at individuals aged over 16 and living in England and not in full time education.

We offer Apprenticeships at Level 2 in both Barbering and Hairdressing at the new Professional Standards.

Apprentices will also work on Functional Skills we aim to ensure that all learners achieve at least a Level 1 qualification in English and Maths.

The Hairdressing Apprenticeship is for a maximum of 2 years and the Barbering Apprentice is for a maximum of 18 months. All apprentices must receive a minimum of 20% of their working week in 'off job training' which their time at The Academy will count towards.

Apprentices will receive national minimum wage from their employer (see www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates for latest rates).

Hairdressing

• Consultation
• Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
• Cut hair using a range of techniques to create a variety of looks
• Colour and lighten hair using a range of techniques
• Perming hair
• At the end of the course there is an End Point Assessment which can take up to 6 hours.

Barbering

• Consultation
• Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp
• Cutting hair using barbering techniques to create a variety of look
• Style and finish men's hair
• Shaving services

At the end of the course there is an End Point Assessment which can take up to 3 hours.