Apprenticeships in Hairdressing & Barbering at Level 2 and 3
What's in it for me as an apprentice?
What's in it for me as a salon owner?
How is training implemented?
Private / Train to Gain funding in Hairdressing & Barbering at Level 2 and 3
Short Courses Assessor Award
Apprenticeships in Hairdressing & Barbering at Level 2 and 3
As an approved training provider, EASI Hairdressing Academy specialise in hairdressing and barbering. We train individuals to government and industry recognised qualifications. Training takes place at our modern and commercial training centres and within independent hairdressing salons or barbers throughout Essex, Suffolk and London. An Apprentice works towards the National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) in hairdressing or barbering Levels 2 and 3, and the relevant key skills.
What's in it for me as an apprentice?
This is your chance to have it all; you can get creative, learn great skills, work with interesting people in an exciting industry, win awards and earn a minimum of £95 per week. As a qualified hairdresser or barber the sky is the limit for your career; you could own your own salon, work in television, film or theatre and work the hours that suit you and your lifestyle. This is a skill that is at the ends of your arms and will stay with you forever.
An EASI apprenticeship allows you to learn and earn straight away. There is no substitute for a commercial environment so you will be employed in a working salon/barbers whilst working towards your NVQ Level 2 (hairdressing or barbering) either by attending one of our dedicated training centres on a fortnightly basis or through our enthusiastic and professional Assessors coming out to your salon supporting you in the workplace. You can expect to achieve your NVQ Level 2 within 1 to 2 years. Following this you are able to continue on to achieve your NVQ Level 3 (Hairdressing) this is the targeted qualification to be considered a professional hairdresser and will develop you in not just your technical skills but also improved customer service and salon management. No previous experience or qualifications are necessary to start the Level 2 Apprenticeship program and best of all there are no course fees.
What's in it for me as a salon owner?
Salons taking on an apprentice can expect to gain a valuable team member, who assists the existing salon team, under supervision. The Apprentice, with your support, will learn your personal preferences as well as having training, support and assessment from EASI to the NVQ requirements. This means there is no need to unlearn bad habits, having trained to the highest EASI standards. You will receive regular updates and newsletters from EASI providing all the important information on industry and regulation changes as well as the latest news on EASI. In addition a dedicated member of the EASI team will come and visit you every 10-12 weeks to review progression. To further support the progress and development of your Apprentice why not consider qualifying as an Assessor.
Our approach to learning gives the Apprentice comprehensive practical and theoretical training in our dedicated training centres whilst supported by the training in salon. A qualified Assessor from EASI visits the salon on a regular basis to offer support to the learner in any way they wish.
Private / Train to Gain funding in Hairdressing & Barbering at Level 2 and 3
Always wanted to be a hairdresser / barber but life kept getting in the way? Life thrown you a curve ball and you’re thinking about having a career change? Been working in a salon without achieving qualified status? Then you’ve come to the right place!
If you are over 19 years of age there are different options available to you which allow you to achieve your NVQ Level 2 (hairdressing or barbering) or NVQ Level 3 through our flexible training programs. Whether you are employed, have a voluntary work placement or you are currently unemployed there is an option for you.
It could cost as little as £100 for you to achieve your career dreams so why not get in touch with your local EASI Academy to find out how you can get started.
With our collective experience of the hairdressing and barbering industry we know how important it is to stay at the top of your game so we are constantly looking for ways to support your development. You can have a completely personalised one-to-one development day with one of our enthusiastic and professional trainers for just £200 including training block. Alternatively we offer a suite of half and full day group training sessions at just £45 per person per day including (limited numbers):
- Advanced Cutting
- Personal Colour Analysis
- Indian Head Massage
- Salon Reception Skills
- Introduction to Barbering
- Colour Correction
- Vintage Hair Up
- Styling with Straighteners
Please contact your local EASI Academy for the details on our latest short courses or to discuss your personal requirements.
Would you like to help your staff develop and progress through their NVQ? By achieving the Assessor Award (A Award) you will be qualified to sign off practical activity in your learners logbook. As part of the A Award you will need to work with two learners working towards NVQ Level 1, 2 or 3 in hairdressing or barbering; either individuals working in your salon or we can provide you with access to learners at our training centres. Becoming an Assessor is a long term commitment and once qualified you will be require to attend standardisation meetings every 6 months to ensure you are aware of any changes to assessment practice. You will also need to prove Continuous Professional Development (CPD) evidence, including an up to date CV and evidence of training, to maintain your assessing license.
The program is delivered over a day and a half (Monday 9.30am to 5.00pm and Tuesday 4.30pm finishing at 9.00pm). In order to achieve your qualification you will be required to produce an assignment of no less than 1,000 words, take part in a professional discussion with your Assessor and been observed carrying out practical observations either in your salon or at one of our training centres. Following the training days you will be provided with 10 hours of individual support by one of our dedicated A Award Assessors.
Government funding is occasionally available for this program so please contact your local EASI centre for details.
EASI are passionate about providing equal opportunities for all and celebrating our differences.
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EASI Hairdressing Academy is a limited company.
Registered in England, registration number 4658798
Registered office: 44 South Street, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3QH