Hairdressing Courses
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All of our courses include the following information, relevant to each treatment:
- health and safety,
- regulation and legislation,
- anatomy and physiology,
- product knowledge,
- pre care advice,
- after care advice,
- treatment specific essential information.
Some of our courses will also require case studies prior to certification. This is to ensure you are confident and safe to work on others prior to completion.
Hair Styling Courses
Our accredited and regulated hairstyling qualifications are designed to meet the needs of all stylists, and clients alike. Using popular and accessible professional brands, we ensure that products and equipment supplied, used or recommended all meet the expected safety requirements for the hair industry, leaving you confident in your training, new skills and tools to be able to take the industry by storm!
COURSE DETAILS
Using well known, branded hair care products, learn about the structure of the hair, hair types and classifications, and which products to select for effective hair care.
This course is ideal for personal interest to improve your own hair condition, or for professional use in and out of the salon. This is an ideal starter course, and is a popular pre-requisite for other courses
COURSE STRUCTURE
This can be studied as a theory only online course, or as an accredited course with a practical training day.
Accredited training:
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a one day training course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit 3 case studies online. Kit purchase is optional.
PRE-REQUISITES
You do not need any pre-requisites to enrol on this course
LOCATIONS
Colchester, Chelmsford, Romford
COURSE FEE
Online theory course only £29
Professional Beauty accredited £79
Ofqual approved unit (additional assessment session in Colchester or Romford) £189
COURSE DETAILS
Want to learn how to style your own, or your client's hair? This starter course will introduce you to the tools and techniques used to blow dry, straighten and plait the hair.
COURSE STRUCTURE
This can be studied as a theory only online course, or as an accredited course with a practical training day.
Accredited training:
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a one day training course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit 3 case studies online. Kit purchase is optional.
PRE-REQUISITES
You do not need any pre-requisites to enrol on this course, although a foundation hair care qualification will be an advantage
LOCATIONS
Colchester, Chelmsford, Romford
COURSE FEE
Online theory course only £29
Professional Beauty accredited £79
Ofqual approved unit (additional assessment session in Colchester or Romford) £189
COURSE DETAILS
Using well known, branded hair care products, learn about the structure of the hair, hair types and classifications, and which products to select for effective hair care.
This course is ideal for personal interest to improve your own hair condition, or for professional use in and out of the salon. This is an ideal starter course, and is a popular pre-requisite for other courses
COURSE STRUCTURE
This can be studied as a theory only online course, or as an accredited course with a practical training day.
Accredited training:
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a one day training course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit 3 case studies online.
You will receive a free brush set with this course
PRE-REQUISITES
You do not need any pre-requisites to enrol on this course, however, a foundation hair care or styling course will be beneficial
LOCATIONS
Colchester, Chelmsford, Romford
COURSE FEE
Online theory course only £29
Professional Beauty accredited £99
COURSE DETAILS
Learn how to handle and place long hair to make beautiful styles that last all day.
This course is ideal for personal interest to improve your own hair styling skills or for professional use in and out of the salon.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a one day training course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit 3 case studies online. Kit purchase is optional.
PRE-REQUISITES
You do not need any pre-requisites to enrol on this course but a foundation hair styling qualification would be an advantage
LOCATIONS
Colchester, Chelmsford, Romford
COURSE FEE
Online theory course only £29
Professional Beauty accredited £99
COURSE DETAILS
Learn the elements of bridal hair styling, including the products and techniques required to hold that style all day! Make your bride feel like a star - match their hair style with their chosen outfit, themes, colours and accessories, and learn how to build that look for those important photo moments.
COURSE STRUCTURE
This can be studied as a theory only online course, or as an accredited course with a practical training day.
Accredited training:
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a two day training course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit 3 case studies online. Kit purchase is optional.
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a foundation hair styling qualification to be able to enrol on this course.
LOCATIONS
Colchester, Chelmsford
COURSE FEE
Online theory course only £59
Professional Beauty accredited £189
Cutting Courses
COURSE DETAILS
Want to cut basic hair styles? Looking to move onto advanced cutting, but need a basic qualification first? This 3 day course will give you the techniques and skills to confidently cut a range of hair styles.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 3 day training course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit 3 case studies online.
You will receive a free starter kit with this qualification.
Day 1 - Basic sectioning, cutting safetly, straight cuts (one-length)
Day 2 - Layers - Long graduation, short graduation and uniform layers
Day 3 - Troubleshooting, client work.
PRE-REQUISITES
You do not need any pre-requisites to enrol on this course but a basic hair care course will be an advantage
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Professional Beauty accredited £279
Ofqual approved unit (additional assessment session in Colchester) £459
COURSE DETAILS
Are you looking to increase your cutting techniques? Want to feel more confident cutting creative styles? This 2 day course will help you to build on your existing cutting skills, and provide you with the information and practice needed to further your career.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 2 day training course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit 3 case studies online.
Day 1 - Using clippers, razors and scissors to improve texturising and focus on disconnection
Day 2 - Client session, troubleshooting, other popular cutting techniques
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a foundation cutting qualification to enrol on this course.
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Professional Beauty accredited £189
Ofqual approved unit (additional assessment session in Colchester) £279
Hair Colouring Courses
Our approved hair colouring courses are created to bring you knowledge and confidence when selecting and applying a range of colour products to hair. Using professional products, and focussing on current techniques, our accredited and rgulated training packages include working on live clients, not just blocks, all under the supervision and support of our hair specialist tutors
COURSE DETAILS
Our accredited Foundation Colour course will teach you everything you need to know to start colouring safely and effectively. Focussing on the colour wheel, tone, levels, product types and consultation, this course is the perfect foundation for anyone interesting in colouring hair.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 3 day course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit a minimum of 3 case studies online.
You will receive a starter kit with this course
Day 1 - Basic colour mixing, affect of colour on hair, colour theory, sectioning and full head application
Day 2 - Root re-growth, highlights and lowlights and client work
Day 3 -Troubleshooting, client work.
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a basic hair care qualification to enrol on this course
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Online theory course £39
Professional Beauty accredited £270
Ofqual approved unit (additional assessment session in Colchester) £429
COURSE DETAILS
Already a colourist? Fantastic - now is the time to take that to the next level!
Join our creative colouring course to focus your skills on advanced sectioning, blocks, slices and weaves for all clients needs
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 1 day course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit a minimum of 3 case studies online.
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a foundation colouring qualification to be able to enrol on this course.
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Professional Beauty accredited £129
Ofqual approved unit (additional assessment session in Colchester) £289
COURSE DETAILS
Nervous about colour correction? Want to know the tips and tricks to restore your client's colour with minimum damage but maximum WOW? Sign up now! Our colour correction course dives into a range of colour issues, including banding, restoring colour, colour removal and restoration and many more common problems.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 2 day course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit a minimum of 3 case studies online.
Day 1 - Common correction problems, colour removal and restoration, client work
Day 2 - Banding, troubleshooting, client work
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a foundation colour qualification to be able to enrol on this course.
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Professional Beauty accredited £199
Ofqual approved unit (2 additional assessment days at Colchester) £479
COURSE DETAILS
Get those natural blends and freehand colour creations under your belt. Learn tips and techniques to blow your clients mind, leaving them loving their hair.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 1 day course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit a minimum of 3 case studies online.
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a foundation colour qualification to be able to enrol on this course
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Professional Beauty accredited £129
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COURSE DETAILS
Perfect, refresh or correct with our Focus on Toning course. Learn how to make toners to work for you! Whether you are looking to use as part of a service, or for colour correction, being confident with toners is essential, and this session will give you those skills.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 1 day course, in which you will be working on live models. You will be required to submit a minimum of 3 case studies online.
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a foundation colour qualification to be able to enrol on this course
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Professional Beauty accredited £129
Hair and Make-up Courses
Whether you want to offer your clients the full package, or are you interested in combining your passion for hair and make up into a professional qualification, we have a range of accredited courses that will suit your clientele perfectly. These courses are ideal for those wishing to work with clients for specialised Prom, Wedding and Occasion packages, or for those looking to move into the media market, working on film sets or with photographers. The possibilities are endless!
COURSE DETAILS
Our 4 day bridal specialist course will give you all of the skills you need to specialise in bridal hair and make up. Combining elements, and increasing further on the bridal hair and make up workshop to include elements such as skin tone matching, lighting and building your bridal portfolio.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 4 day course, in which you will be working on live models.
Day 1 - Elements of bridal design, colour matching, classic bridal hair and make-up styles
Day 2 - High glam make-up styles, adding hair to a design, photographic elements of bridal make up
Day 3 - Basic camouflage make-up for blemishes, complex hair styles, complimenting hair and make-up styles
Day 4 - Start your bridal portfolio
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a foundation hair styling qualification.
It is not essential, but would be an advantage if you have a foundation make up qualification.
LOCATIONS
Colchester, Chelmsford
COURSE FEE
Professional Beauty accredited £395
COURSE DETAILS
A 4 day training course, focussing on fashion and photographic hair and make-up. Dive into the works of a photographer - look at what they need to create astonishing photos, and learn how to compliment this process with beautiful hair and make up
COURSE STRUCTURE
The theory element of this course will be delivered online PRIOR to attendance. Essential information will be recapped during the course, and you will have access to discuss any queries with a tutor throughout the online learning process.
This is a 4 day course, in which you will be working on live models.
Day 1 - Intro to fashion and photographic make-up, lighting, contouring and basic hair styling.
Day 2 - Fashion styles (bridal, high fashion and commercial) hair and make-up
Day 3 - Fantasy styles (catwalk, fantasy and period) hair and make-up
Day 4 - Start your own portfolio!
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold a foundation hair styling qualification.
It is not essential, but would be an advantage if you have a foundation make up qualification.
LOCATIONS
Colchester, Chelmsford
COURSE FEE
Accredited training £395
COURSE DETAILS
Our VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Fashion, Theatre and Media Hair and Make-Up Studies is perfect to cover a range of hair and make-up techniques, including the foundation skills in make up and hairstyling needed to further your career in the industry.
Apply airbrush make-up to the face
Camouflage make-up
Media make-up
Fashion and photographic make-up
Apply make-up
Instruction on make-up application
The art of dressing hair
Design and apply face and body art
COURSE STRUCTURE
This is a 20 session course (weekly sessions), in which you will be working on live models. You will receive a starter kit with this course
PRE-REQUISITES
You do not need any pre-requisites to enrol on this course
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
VTCT accredited £1800
Payment plans are available for this course
VRQ (Ofqual Regulated) Hairdressing Courses
COURSE DETAILS
This is a 16 session course, covering the following units in detail (including a written assignment, practical assessments and an online exam for practical units – including anatomy). This course will give you the perfect grounding in your hair career, leaving you qualified to work on client's in a range of settings. You will study the following units
Advise and consult with clients
Effective work within a team
Shampoo, condition and treat hair
Cutting hair
Colour and lighten hair
Set and Dress hair
Style and finish hair
COURSE STRUCTURE
This is a 16 session course (weekly sessions), in which you will be working on live models. You will receive a starter kit with this course
PRE-REQUISITES
You do not need any pre-requisites to enrol on this course
LOCATIONS
Colchester
Please note - all exams and practical assessments are completed at the Colchester site.
COURSE FEE
Ofqual approved qualification (assessment session in Colchester) £1200
Payment plans are available for this course
COURSE DETAILS
Building on your existing hairdressing knowledge, this course will give advanced skills and knowledge about hairdressing services.
Units for study include:
- Creatively style and dress hair
- Creatively cut hair using a combination of techniques
- Creatively colour and lighten hair
- Provide client consultation services
- Colour correction
- Event management
COURSE STRUCTURE
This is a 24 session course (weekly sessions), in which you will be working on live models.
The first 6 sessions will be carried out from home via zoom. This will ensure suitable distancing whilst undertaking the essential theory elements of the course
PRE-REQUISITES
A level 2 hairdressing qualification would be ideal. If you do not hold a level 2 hairdressing qualification, we recommend you select the VTCT L3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing, or having undertaken the foundation hair course.
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Ofqual approved qualification (assessment session in Colchester) £1800
Payment plans are available for this course
COURSE DETAILS
The perfect combination for those looking to further their career, and their business. With all units meeting the UK regulated standards, this course shows your clients that you care about your business, as well as their services. You will also focus on creating and managing a portfolio of styles.
This is a 16 session course, covering the following units in detail (including written assignments and practical assessments)
Management of Health and Safety
Salon Management
Sales Management
Quality Client Care
Public Relations
Manage the creation of a hair style collection
COURSE STRUCTURE
This is a 16 session course (weekly sessions), in which you will be working on live models.
PRE-REQUISITES
You must hold level 3 hairdressing or above to be able to enrol on this course
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Ofqual regaulated accredited course £1895
Payment Plans are available for this course
VRQ (Ofqual regulated) Barbering Courses
COURSE DETAILS
This is a 12 session course, covering the following units in detail (including a written assignment, practical assessments and an online exam for practical units – including anatomy). This course will give you the perfect grounding in your barbering career, leaving you qualified to work on client's in a range of settings. You will study the following units
Health and safety
Advise and consult with clients
Effective work within a team
Shampoo, condition and treat hair
Cutting hair (barbering)
Cut facial hair
Change men's hair colour
Set and Dress hair
Dry and finish men's hair
COURSE STRUCTURE
This is a 12 session course (weekly sessions), in which you will be working on live models. You will receive a starter kit with this course
PRE-REQUISITES
You do not need any pre-requisites to enrol on this course
LOCATIONS
Colchester
Please note - all exams and practical assessments are completed at the Colchester site.
COURSE FEE
Ofqual approved qualification (assessment session in Colchester) £1200
Payment plans are available for this course
COURSE DETAILS
Building on your existing hairdressing knowledge, this course will give advanced skills and knowledge about barbering services.
Units for study include:
- Promote services and products
- Health and Safety
- Design and create facial hair shapes
- Creatively cut hair using a combination of barbering techniques
- Creatively colour and lighten hair
- Provide client consultation services
- Colour correction
COURSE STRUCTURE
This is a 12 session course (weekly sessions), in which you will be working on live models.
PRE-REQUISITES
A level 2 barbering qualification would be ideal. If you do not hold a level 2 hairdressing qualification, we recommend you select the VTCT L3 Diploma in Barbering.
LOCATIONS
Colchester
COURSE FEE
Ofqual approved qualification (assessment session in Colchester) £1800
Payment plans are available for this course
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