A substantial qualification aimed at learners seeking a career as an employed or self-employed Beauty Specialist. You will develop knowledge and understanding of a range of topics including anatomy and physiology, salon reception and health and safety.
You will study a range of topics including:
You will study a range of topics including:
Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and Maths. There is also the opportunity to study for English and Maths qualifications if you do not already hold them at the required level.
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing learn@dearne-coll.ac.uk or by calling 01709 513355.
You will be required to purchase a Beauty Uniform and kit for your training within the salon. Uniform and kit order forms will be made available to you.
“I enjoy coming to college and learning new skills to further my hairdressing career.”
Ellie Reek Level 2 Hairdressing Former student at Swinton Academy
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2021-22 or 2022-23. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
“I enjoy coming to college and learning new skills to further my hairdressing career.”
Ellie Reek Level 2 Hairdressing Former student at Swinton Academy
The hair and beauty sector is ideal for those who have a creative flair, enjoy helping people look and feel good about themselves and have a passion for keeping up with the latest trends.
Hair Salon Managers organise and coordinate resources of hair salons.
Recruit and organise staffing, order stock and promote products to customers, discuss client requests, suggest style ideas, cut, colour and style hair and keep up to date with new trends, techniques and hair products.**
Salons, health spas, on a cruise ship or in a hotel setting.
*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
Beauty Therapists provide face and body treatments to clients.
Give clients facials, apply and advise on make-up, shape eyebrows, give manicures, pedicures and nail treatments, hair removal and tanning.**
Salons, health spas, on a cruise ship or in a hotel setting.
*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
In-demand skills that commonly appear in job descriptions for roles within the hair and beauty sector include*:
“I enjoy coming to college and learning new skills to further my hairdressing career.”
Ellie Reek Level 2 Hairdressing Former student at Swinton Academy
“I have made new friends on my course and love how many opportunities there are to get involved in a variety of extra-curricular activities while at college”
Chelsea Smith Level 2 Hair and Media Make-up Former student at the Laurel Academy
