Did you know the hair and beauty sector has a turnover of £6.2 billion a year? Or that it employs nearly a quarter of a million people across 55,000 businesses? Hairdressing is a really diverse profession that can take you virtually anywhere - you could find yourself working in some exciting and unusual locations, not just in a high street salon!
School Leaver Courses
Generally studied by 16-18 year olds as an alternative to A-Levels.
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Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard - Hair Professional
ECTA Apprenticeship
Hairdressers cut, colour and shape clients' hair to create the look they want. They must be able to…
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing
Full-Time
Level 2 Hairdressing is a highly practical one year programme, underpinned with the theoretical knowledge…
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard - Advanced & Creative Hair Professional
ECTA Apprenticeship
Advanced and Creative Hair Professionals are creative, passionate, and driven professionals who work…
Level 3 Diploma Hairdressing (VTCT)
Full-Time
This qualification is approved and supported by the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA),…
Adult Professional Courses
Expert qualifications that can be studied flexibly around your working life.
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Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard - Hair Professional
ECTA Apprenticeship
Hairdressers cut, colour and shape clients' hair to create the look they want. They must be able to…
Level 2 Diploma in Barbering
Part-Time Faculty
The course gives you all the basic skills required for the men's industry covering:- • Client Consultation…
Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing (VTCT) - One Year Part-Time
Part-Time Faculty
Level 2 Hairdressing is a highly practical one year programme, underpinned with the theoretical knowledge…
Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard - Advanced & Creative Hair Professional
ECTA Apprenticeship
Advanced and Creative Hair Professionals are creative, passionate, and driven professionals who work…
Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing (VTCT)
Part-Time Faculty
Evidence will be gained through practical assessment in the salon. Advanced practical skills include…
Adult Leisure Courses
A great way to indulge in a hobby or passion, further your skills and meet new people.
Hairdressing - Haircutting for the Family
Part-Time Leisure
On the first session of the course the students will have a demonstration of a hair cut and instruction…
Wedding Hairstyles Workshop
Part-Time Leisure
The aim of the course is to introduce learners to some of the techniques that could be used to create…
On Campus
Opened in 2016, the College has a range of highly-modern Hairdressing Salons allowing students to develop their skills and expertise in industry standards facilities. Avenue Hair and Beauty, our training and commercial salons, also allows the development of skills and experiences to ensure progression into employment or further training.
Latest News
Eastleigh careers advisor excels at Hampshire Education Awards
Eastleigh College’s Lead Careers Advisor, Trudy McKenzie, impressed the judges at Hampshire Country Council's annual Education Awards and scooped the 'Futures Award' for her excellence and achievements, and the positive impact she has had on learners' future career progression.
National recognition for careers and enterprise innovation
Eastleigh College has been commended by the Association of Colleges for the careers and progression support it provides to learners by being shortlisted for this year’s Beacon Awards. This recognition highlights the outstanding work of the college’s career and work readiness team, and other staff across the college who are dedicated to ensure learners are fully aware of the opportunities available to them.