Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeships

Welcome to the captivating world of hair and beauty at Totton College, where creativity, skill, and passion converge to shape the future of the beauty industry.

Our Hairdressing Professional apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with a flair for artistry and a desire to excel in the vibrant realm of beauty therapy. Whether you dream of becoming a hairstylist, makeup artist, nail technician, or beauty salon entrepreneur, our extensive programmes furnish you with a robust grounding in the latest methodologies, trends, and industry benchmarks crucial for triumph in the ever-evolving world of hair and beauty.

Our apprenticeship team will help you grow both in terms of personal development and career advancement. Our apprenticeship team will provide you with mentorship and guidance, offering advice, support and insight based on their own experiences. They will help you set your own goals, track your progress, and develop both technical and soft skills.

We offer a structured learning approach that combines on-the-job training with classroom learning. You will have the opportunity to work on real projects, which will help you develop practical skills relevant to your chosen career. You’ll gain transferable skills, real-world experience, knowledge, and confidence, enabling you to advance in your career, pursue higher levels of study, or undertake a higher-level apprenticeship.

Why choose the Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship at Totton College?

Our approach is to put students at the centre of what we do. We offer tailored support to students to help them achieve their aspirations, and with our one-to-one support, you’ll be treated as an individual and be part of our Totton College community.

Our apprenticeship programme offers a unique blend of hands-on experience and comprehensive theoretical knowledge, providing apprentices with the skills and expertise needed to excel in the competitive hair and beauty industry.

With expert guidance from experienced professionals, apprentices have the opportunity to learn in a supportive environment, gaining practical insights and mastering the latest techniques. This experience will help you to develop your skills and knowledge, making you more attractive to potential employers. It could also lead to a full-time position by the end of the apprenticeship.

As part of your apprenticeship, you will earn a salary while gaining education and experience. Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you could earn a higher starting salary compared to those who enter the workforce without formal training. We have strong links with local employers, giving you the option of working with an employer identified by us and eliminating the pressure of finding one yourself.

Our commitment to your success is unwavering. We take pride in the fact that all our apprenticeship programmes have achieved a 100% success rate. Every individual who has undergone the EPA has attained at least a passing grade, with many attaining distinctions.

We have a proven track record of helping our students achieve their goals. You will earn your qualification through a combination of courses, projects, a portfolio of evidence, and practical tasks. You can find more information about our apprenticeships on our apprenticeship pages.

Explore our Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship Vacancies

Hair Professional Apprenticeship Level 2

Are you considering a career in hairdressing? Our hairdressing level 2 apprenticeship will teach you the fundamental skills 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 both ladies and men.

Advanced and Creative Hair Professional Apprenticeship Level 3

Advanced and Creative Hair Professionals are creative, passionate, and driven professionals who work without supervision, managing themselves and others when required.

Hairdressing Apprenticeship Vacancies

We work with employers all over the South, offering apprenticeships in diverse fields from business administration, to hairdressing, to education and Early Years.

Your next step

We pride ourselves in being able to support students to achieve their full potential and progress onto their next step. Whether this is in further education or to start your career, our apprenticeships are designed to help you achieve the confidence and skills you need to achieve your aspirations.

Progression opportunities for Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship

Upon completion of our apprenticeship programmes, individuals are equipped with a diverse skill set and industry-recognised qualifications, empowering them to pursue various rewarding career paths. Graduates may advance to become skilled hairdressers, makeup artists, nail technicians, or salon managers, depending on their areas of interest and expertise. Furthermore, apprentices have the option to further their education through advanced qualifications or specialised training, enabling them to stay ahead in this ever-evolving field.

With the demand for talented professionals in the hair and beauty sector continuously on the rise, our apprenticeship courses open doors to a world of possibilities, providing apprentices with the foundation and support they need to thrive in their chosen career paths.

Find out more

If you would like to know more about our Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeships and the opportunities they will provide, you can speak to our team at our open events. Book your place now.