Open Search Open Mobile Menu Tell us what you are searching for e.g. School Leavers... Search Search Now School Leavers Hairdressing and Barbering Hairdressing and Barbering If you fancy a career in hairdressing or barbering, then you have the opportunity to be a part of the fast-moving industry. Hairdressers/barbers love their work and gain a sense of fulfilment when working with the public. Enquire Online View Courses Depending on location and job role you can earn anything from an apprenticeship wage (£3.90) to at least £8.21 per hour. If you are you are self-employed you can earn £100 + per hour. There is a predicted job growth of 7.2% in the West Midlands over the next 3 years Why join this industry? Earn while you learn Be creative Flexibility working Be your own boss Exciting career prospects Professional Staff All tutors are fully qualified, and work within the industry Develop a Portfolio Create a portfolio that will help you within your career Working with Real Clients External Clients are Sourced for Assessments On Site Salon We have an on-site salon working with real clients "I began my hairdressing career at the age of 16 when I undertook an apprenticeship with Cannock College. I am now 48 and still in the industry. Having taught in a prison and at SSC I have had the opportunity to pass on my skills and knowledge to potential new upcoming stylists, who I hope can follow their dream like I did!" Mandy Buttery Hairdressing and Barbering lecturer at SSC Key information As well as a national recognised qualification in hairdressing you will also develop skills and achieve qualifications in English and maths. Training will take place in our well equipped, and modern salons with instruction from our highly skilled team. You will learn practical skills by working on block heads and classmates, before moving on to paying clients in our real working salon. You will be required to purchase a kit and uniform, details of which will be provided at enrolment. You can become a… Senior stylist Manager Cruise Liners Colour technician Lecturer Salon owner Freelance hairdresser Film and Television Session stylist Sales rep Take the next step with a career in Hairdressing and Barbering Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector – Level 1 Tamworth College View Course Hairdressing Diploma – Level 2 Tamworth College View Course Diploma in Barbering Studies – Level 2 Tamworth College View Course Hairdressing Diploma – Level 3 Tamworth College View Course Have you thought about Apprenticeships You don’t just need to have left school to become an apprentice, we have apprenticeship offers for all ages and are a great way for adults to retrain for a new career. Whatever destination you’ve set your sights on, an apprenticeship will help you get there. Apprenticeship Vacancies Hairdressing and Barbering is taught at Tamworth College Find Out More Why SSC? At South Staffordshire College our students come first, and everything we do is aimed at helping you to realise your full potential. We are about careers not courses and our expert staff will make sure you have the skills and knowledge needed to give you that competitive edge for when you start your career within your chosen industry. As a school leaver, you will be treated as an adult, within a friendly and supportive environment. You’ll enjoy more freedom and independence, and you’ll make many new friends, all with the same passion and journey ahead as you. As an adult, we understand you may feel uneasy about returning to education, but there is no need to be. We have smaller class sizes and supportive tutors to make you feel very welcome. #CreateYourCareer with us. 0300 456 24 24 enquiries@southstaffs.ac.uk Open to The Public Animal Zone Nirvana hair and beauty Perrycroft Restaurant Rodbaston Aquaculture Rodbaston Equestrian Rodbaston Hall Wedge Art Gallery Important Information About Us Appeals Process Apply Now Alumni College Calendar Governance Leadership Team Student Activities Pay Online SSC TV Taster Days Press/Media Contacts Information for Schools Website Disclaimer Useful Links Career Information College Vacancies Comments, compliments and complaints procedure Learner Services MySSC App News Open days Staff Intranet SSC Learner Portal Student Office 365 Login Student Finance Term Dates Transport Work Experience Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Go to the South Staffordshire College Homepage Click to visit the South Staffordshire College youtube page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College instagram page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College twitter page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College facebook page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College linkedin page © 2021 South Staffordshire College - All Rights Reserved - Designed and Developed with ♥ by Elementary Digital