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Hairdressing

Begin Hair, Beauty & Makeup - January Start

  • Campuses

    • Clydebank
    • Greenock
    • Paisley
  • Course type

    Full time

  • Level

    SCQF National Progression Award

  • Campuses

    • Paisley
    • Clydebank
    • Greenock
  • Course type

    Full time

  • Level

    SCQF National Progression Award

  • Start date

    Paisley
    20 Jan 25

    Clydebank
    20 Jan 25

    Greenock
    20 Jan 25

Overview

What will I learn?

Would you love an exciting career in the Hair, Beauty and Makeup industry but don’t know where to start?

The Begin Course which promises to give you the perfect introduction to this fabulous industry. On completion of the 16-week taster, you will have an idea of what it’s like to work as a Hairdresser, Beauty Therapist or Make Up Artist, helping you decide which path is right for you.

The course also acts as the perfect foundation for your future career, by giving you the basics in all 3 skillsets. Gaining this introductory qualification will allow you to progress to any of our full-time courses, taking your first steps into an exciting future.

You will have the opportunity to develop your creativity within this Creative Industry and will have the chance to participate in Promotional Activities which will help develop skills for employment.

What qualifications do I need?

You will not need formal qualifications however a keen interest in the Hair, Beauty and Make-up Industry is essential.

To apply for this course submit an application completing all sections including Personal statement in full.

Applicants must be age 16 and over to apply.

What can I do after?

Further progression on to August start Hairdressing, Beauty or Make-up Full-time courses. 

SCQF 4

Programme Information

Start Date: w/b 20 January 2025

End Date: w/b 30 May 2025

Duration: 16 weeks short full-time course/2.5 days per week

Time: 9am-12noon/1pm-4pm

National Progression Award

Additional Information

Please note international students are subject to higher fees for all non-commercial courses – visit our Fee Policy for further information

Study options

Campus Mode Start date Status Level
Paisley Full time Jan 25 Open SCQF National Progression Award
Clydebank Full time Jan 25 Open SCQF National Progression Award
Greenock Full time Jan 25 Open SCQF National Progression Award

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