Trends come and go, but the hair and beauty industries are here to stay!
Style yourself a career in Hair & Beauty
The hair and beauty industry is constantly evolving with new trends. A career in this field is exciting, especially if you’re creative, lively, and passionate about glamour. The industry offers treatments like hair cutting, coloring, waxing, skincare, makeup, and spa services.
Our courses provide the skills and knowledge to succeed and make your mark. Whether you aim to be a salon stylist, beauty therapist, or makeup artist, you’ll gain hands-on experience in our realistic salon and beauty environments.
View the latest Labour Market Information by sector to see the average salary and projected job growth for your dream career!
Why study with us?
The Hairdressing Academy runs like a real salon, with set hours, revenue goals, and customer service standards.
The Graduate Salon boasts seven modern salons, including a spa suite with a Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, monsoon shower, and nail bar.
Students will use the same high-quality equipment and products found in top High Street salons, such as Wella System Professional, EIMI Styling Range, Gellux nails, and Dermalogica products.
Our Academy is led by a Graduate Salon Manager with high street salon experience, ensuring top-notch training and industry standards.
Hair & Beauty success stories
My time at College has prepared me for working in the industry and I’m looking forward to continuing to build on my skills and experience in beauty therapy within a spa setting.
Hollie Millward, Beauty Therapy Level 2 and Level 3
The best opportunity at College is being able to work in the Graduate Salon with real clients. This has helped me to build professional skills and gain confidence.
Ruby Wilson, Technical Certificate in Hair Colouring Services
Careers in Hair & Beauty
Potential salary
£24,201.31
Entry level salary
£7,547.48
Average salary
£14,175.28
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
8
Potential salary
£22,938.45
Entry level salary
£6,749.47
Average salary
£13,435.59
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
4
Potential salary
£44,340.09
Entry level salary
£14,338.08
Average salary
£29,864.37
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
3
Potential salary
£48,982.75
Entry level salary
£13,181.46
Average salary
£29,062.92
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
1
Employers we work with
- The Powder Room
- LK Salon
- Beautique
- Whinstone View Spa
- The Original Barber & Co
- Suzanne Wilson
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup courses
Advanced Barbering Course
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Part Time
|
8 weeks
Age Group:
(19+)
Advanced Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship – Level 3
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Apprenticeship
|
21 months
Advanced Technical Diploma in Media Makeup Artistry – Level 3
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Full Time
|
1 year
City & Guilds
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
BA (Hons) Specialist Hair and Make-up Artistry for Creative Industries (Top-up) – Full Time – Level 6
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Higher Education
|
1 year
The Open University
Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship – Level 2
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Apprenticeship
|
18 Months
Brow Lamination (Fluffy Brows)
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Part Time
|
Half Day
The Guild
|
Age Group:
(19+)
Certificate in Beauty Therapy – Level 3
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Full Time
|
1 year
City and Guilds
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
Certificate in Beauty Therapy Services (VRQ) – Level 2
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Full Time
|
1 year
City & Guilds
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
Diploma in Hair and Media Makeup (VRQ) – Level 2
Hair, Beauty & Media Makeup
Full Time
|
1 year
City & Guilds
|
Age Group:
(16-18)