Full Time Hairdressing and Beauty

Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy and Holistic Therapy
I would like a future in Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy and Holistic Therapy
So what would your perfect career provide? The satisfaction of helping people feel good about themselves, the opportunity to use your creativity, or the chance to run your own business and teach your skills to others? Sound too good to be true? Well this is what a career in hairdressing and beauty therapy could offer you.

Case study

Natalie O'Brien
VTCT NVQ 3 Hairdressing
Natalie came to West Cheshire College to enhance her hairdressing skills. In the past two years she has achieved her Hairdressing NVQ Levels 1 and 2, and has also done courses in everything from nail art to ear-piercing! Natalie hopes to gain full-time employment after leaving College.

OEDuring my time at College I have found everyone very helpful and I have learnt a lot. In my third year I hope to gain my NVQ Level 3 Indian Head Massage qualification.

What types of jobs are in Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy and Holistic Therapy?

• Beauty consultant
• Beauty therapist
• Senior stylist
• Barber
• Aromatherapist
• Reflexologist
• Image consultant
• Make-up artist
• Nail technician

What skills/attributes do I need?

• Enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds
• Be able to make clients feel comfortable
• Be creative and have an eye for style
• Be prepared to learn new techniques and keep up with the latest trends
• Like working in a busy environment