Hair, beauty and barbering
Love being creative and working with people? Develop professional skills, gain hands-on experience and build the confidence to start your future in hair, beauty or barbering.
Turn Your Passion into a Profession
If you enjoy helping people look and feel their best, Hair, Beauty and Barbering could be the perfect choice. You’ll learn professional techniques, build practical skills and gain confidence in a creative, people-focused industry.
At The Salon at our Colindale Campus, you’ll train in professional hair and beauty salons open to the public. Whether you’re aiming for employment, further study or specialist training, we’ll help you take the next step towards your future career.
Why choose Barnet and Southgate College?
The best way to learn is by doing. That’s why you’ll develop your skills through hands-on training in professional salon environments. At The Salon, you’ll work in realistic settings, build confidence with clients and practise industry-standard techniques. Many courses also include work experience opportunities to help prepare you for employment.
Visit The Salon and see where your future could begin.
16-19
Adult
What is Hair, Beauty and Barbering?
Hair, Beauty and Barbering combines creativity, technical skill and customer care. You’ll learn practical techniques while developing the professionalism, communication skills and confidence needed to succeed in the industry.
The subject area includes hairdressing, barbering, beauty therapy, make-up artistry and beauty consultancy. As you progress, you’ll gain experience working with clients, learn professional standards and develop skills that can lead to a variety of career opportunities within this dynamic industry.
Learn. Grow. Succeed.
At Barnet and Southgate College, you’ll learn from experienced tutors in a supportive environment that encourages creativity and confidence. Our courses combine practical training with industry-focused learning, helping you develop skills that employers value.
You’ll train in professional salon facilities, gain valuable experience and have opportunities to showcase your talents. Whether you want to progress to employment, further study or specialist training, we’ll help you build the skills and confidence to achieve your goals.
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