Academy of Hair and Beauty Studies

Have a flair for hair? Made-up about make-up? Ready to nail, nails? Boss like a barber? Look no further - The Academy of Hair and Beauty Studies is for you!

We provide a range of courses for anyone interested in kickstarting an exciting and rewarding career in hairdressing, beauty therapy, nail technology, makeup artistry or barbering. 

You can choose from a range of full-time diplomas or apprenticeships, where you can earn a salary while learning on the job. 

Our well trained, passionate and experienced staff deliver a variety of qualifications that are designed to ensure you are ready for work, and have the knowledge, training, resilience and high aspirations that are needed to be successful in your chosen field.

Our Hairdressing department is recognised by both World Skills UK and the Fellowship for British Hairdressing as a Centre for Excellence, highlighting the world class expertise we deliver to our students, developing them into highly performing individuals who are ready for the world of work.

We’re as excited as you are to get you started on your career journey in Hair and Beauty, which could take you anywhere in the world!

Marnie Randall 

Head of the Academy of Hair and Beauty Studies 

Hats off to hairdressers as they graduate from Fellowship finishing school

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