Hair and Barbering
Hair and Barbering
STUDYING HAIR AND BARBERING AT WESTON COLLEGE
Are you artistic and looking for a creative outlet? Love to create unique hairstyles? With the right support and training, you could turn your personal passion into a successful career - you can open the door to a successful career in this fun and fulfilling sector! Skilled and qualified hairdressers and barbers have clear routes into the industry and the ability to upskill and retrain.
On average hairdressers and barbers start on a salary of around £14,000 per year, and with experience and higher qualifications this can go up to £30,000.
Former students have gone on to open their own hair salons and barbers, work on cruise liners, work in the fashion, film and television industry as stylists.
All courses are taught by industry experts in the Hair and Beauty Centre at the Knightstone Campus, where you will get real client experience.
There are two routes to choose from:
- Full-time - at the Hair and Beauty Centre
- Apprenticeship – work-based training in the surrounding area with regular sessions at the Hair and Beauty Centre
Job roles in the West of England currently include:
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We've bundled the best education in the area with career boosted benefits - and are leveraging our contacts as one of the largest Colleges in the country to give you the best possible chance of success.
Our beauty qualifications have been developed in conjunction with local and national employers, giving you qualifications that employers look for - opening the door to a successful career in this fun and fulfilling sector.
Taught by tutors with impressive industry careers, you will also benefit from our partnerships with: Dennis Williams Hair and Beauty Supplies, Eve Taylor, CKD (College Kits Direct), Florenceroby (The luxury uniform company for beauty, hair and spa) and VTCT.
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Gain skills for work and life! As an introduction into the industry, this flexible course will give you the basic skills and knowledge in hairdressing to take you to the next level. What will I study? During this course learners will learn: Follow Health and Safety in the Salon Shampoo and Condition Hair Styling Women’s Hair Colour Hair usi...
Click HereThis is a dynamic and hands-on programme designed for individuals who are eager to pursue a career in the hairdressing industry. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to learn and earn simultaneously, combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction. What will I study? As an apprentice, you will work closely with experienced ...
Click HereStep into the world of professional hairdressing and start creating styles that turn heads. This course combines hands-on salon training with technical theory. You will gain experience in cutting, colouring, and styling while learning the foundations of salon work, giving you the confidence to work in a busy, creative salon environment. Cours...
Click HereTake your hairdressing skills to the next level with the Hairdressing Advanced Diploma. You will refine your cutting, colouring, and styling techniques, learning advanced trends and creative approaches to professional salon work. Course Overview Based at Knightstone Campus, the Advanced Diploma builds on Level 2 skills with more creative an...
Click HereTheatrical, Special Effects, Prosthetics and Make-up, Extended Diploma
Bring your creativity to life with the Theatrical, Special Effects, Prosthetics & Make-up Extended Diploma. This course is perfect for students who want to explore the world of professional make-up artistry for theatre, film, television, and events. Course Overview Unleash your creativity with this exciting two-year course in media make-u...
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Hannah Hoskin-Love
The Beauty Spot
“Through Weston College’s Career Excellence Hub, we are able to get involved and support students....
Whether that be through delivering masterclass sessions, playing a part in the development of curriculum or offering work experience."
THE FACILITIES
All hair and beauty programmes are based in the Hair and Beauty Centre, at the Knightstone Campus.
- The Hair and Beauty Centre includes five purpose-built, industry standard salons including, hairdressers, barbers, beauty salon, a nail salon and a specialist media make-up facility
- The Hair and Beauty Centre is open to the public giving you regular, real client experience ensuring you are ready for the industry
- All the Hair and Beauty Centre lecturers have many years experience working in the sector, so you will be learning from experts with current and relevant knowledge
- Plus, you will have the opportunity to experiment with different styles and techniques, displaying them at our end-of-year hair and beauty show.
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<p>On Saturday 14th, learners went to the Winter Gardens in Blackpool, to take part in the Association of Hairdressers & Therapists (AHT) finals and came back with 1st and 2nd places.</p>
<p>The AHT competition is open to any 16-19-year-old studying hair or beauty. </p>
<p>Zoe, Level 2 Beauty Therapy, competed in the facials & make-up competition, where she had 75 minutes to perform a skin analysis, facial cleanse, make-up removal, exfoliation, mask (which must be visible), application of moisturiser product to prepare the skin before the application of a day make-up service.</p>
<p>In the afternoon Zoe went on to compete in the back-massage competition where she had 45 minutes to perform a pre-cleanse, exfoliation and massage of the back, concentrating on areas based upon the client’s needs, using a full range of movements.</p>
<p>“The work and dedication put into training has really paid off and I feel so proud to be 1st place in both competitions, it has also given me more confidence to continue with competitions in future”, said Zoe.</p>
<p>Meanwhile Amelia, Level 2 Hairdressing, had 60 minutes to create a lady’s high fashion long hair down look, where all the hair must be down, the hair was straight to start and she was able to use any ornamentation, stylings tools and products. </p>
<p>Amelia then went on to compete in the red carpet up style competition where she had 45 minutes to create her chosen style; all the hair had to be up, ornamentation must be used, no additional hair was allowed, and any styling tools and product could be used.</p>
<p>“I am so grateful for the opportunity I have been given. I am looking forward to expanding my skills even further. Going to the finals will be an incredible experience in which I hope to excel in”, Amelia.</p>
<p>We are pleased to announce that Zoe, came home with two 1st place awards and Amelia, a 2nd and 3rd place. </p>
<p>Jenna, FE Curriculum Co-ordinator for Hair and Beauty, said: “I'm so proud of each of our learners who took part in the AHT competition. They put in outstanding performances and should be pleased to have gained 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. We pride ourselves with offering all learners the opportunity to take part in competitions. These competitions are a brilliant way to springboard their skills, improving their future employability.”</p>
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<li><a href="https://www.aht-uk.com/competitions">AHT </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/hair-… Hair and barbering courses</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/beaut… Beauty courses</a></li>
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