Hair, Beauty and Related Therapies at B&FC
Around 287,000 people work in the hairdressing and beauty industries, which generate almost £7bn in turnover each year.* A current growth period means that even more career opportunities are becoming available, in salon and spa settings, on board cruise ships, within the entertainment industry, and for those wanting to set up on their own.
B&FC’s wide range of programmes are taught by industry specialists, who will support you to develop the technical and professional skills needed for career success. Our commercial salons provide an excellent opportunity to work with real clients, working with the industry’s very latest technologies and products.
Discover how B&FC can help you begin or advance your career in the hair and beauty industry. Contact us on T 01253 504 343 or E info@blackpool.ac.uk.
*National Hairdressers’ Federation 2017
Hair, Beauty and Related Therapies programmes
Advanced Creative Hair Professionals - Advanced Apprenticeship
APPRENTICESHIP COMMERCIAL
Barbering - Level 2
16-18 19+
Barbering - Level 3
16-18 19+
Beauty Therapist - Intermediate Apprenticeship
APPRENTICESHIP COMMERCIAL
Beauty Therapist- Advanced Apprenticeship
APPRENTICESHIP COMMERCIAL
Beauty Therapy - Level 2
16-18 19+
Beauty Therapy - Level 3
16-18 19+
Hair Professional (Barbering) - Intermediate Apprenticeship
APPRENTICESHIP COMMERCIAL
Hair Professional (Hairdressing) - Intermediate Apprenticeship
APPRENTICESHIP COMMERCIAL
Hairdressing - Level 2
16-18 19+
Introduction to Aromatherapy Massage - Level 3
19+ COMMERCIAL
Ladies Hairdressing - Level 3
16-18 19+
Nail Services - Level 2
16-18 19+
Nail Technologies - Level 3
16-18 19+
Careers
With almost half of North West hair and beauty businesses registering a rise in turnover and customers in 2016, the industry is experiencing a growth period set to continue for the next few years.
Many people go on to own their own business but others enjoy rewarding careers with major salons, on board cruise ships or within the film and TV industry.
Most popular career routes:
Hairdresser | Beauty Therapist | Image Consultant | Nail Technician | Massage Therapist | Make-Up Artist
What our staff and students say
Why choose B&FC?
Getting Here
With our FREE 24/7 Blackpool Transport travel pass, eligible students* get unlimited use of any Blackpool Transport bus or Tram. We also offer help with long-distance travel costs.
Personalised Learning
Your own personal progress tutor will help you to settle in, keep you informed about upcoming events and provide ongoing support and guidance. We also offer confidential counselling.
Money Matters
We offer a FREE healthy breakfast for everyone. You could also get up to £1200 worth of funding and FREE meals if you're in care or receiving certain benefits.
Learning Support
If you have a disability (including a specific learning or mental health difficulty) we will help you to access the support needed to manage your studies as independently as possible.
Food and Drink
From smoothies to sub rolls, we offer a wide range of low-cost food and drink plus a FREE healthy breakfast for everyone and FREE meals for eligible students*.
*Eligibility applies - see blackpool.ac.uk/support/funding for details
Career Planning
Our free careers service includes expert advice and resources to help with making career choices, applying to university and coaching to get you ready for employment.
Expert Tutors
Our tutors are specialists in their subjects and help you develop the skills you need to be successful. They regularly spend time in industry to keep their knowledge and experience up-to-date.
Students' Union
Our Students' Union runs a variety of clubs, societies and events, all aimed at giving you the best student experience possible. You could also get involved as a rep or elected officer.
Sports
Sports are big at B&FC and there are lots of fitness activites and College teams for you to join, facilitated through our all-weather pitch, sports hall and fitness suite-inspirations.
Work experience opportunities
Amazing industry placements exist with employers such as Wella Manchester and Mac Cosmetics.
The Hair and Beauty Project
Our commercial training salons are open to the public for a variety of hair and beauty treatments.
What we offer:
- reasonably priced treatments
- discounted treatments for College staff and students
- the latest trends and innovations
- a comfortable and relaxing environment
- a fully qualified manager at each salon
- pamper parties for special occasions
Apply for a place!
It's easy to apply - you just need to click on your chosen programme then click on the 'apply' or 'enquire' button. Some workplace programmes even have an 'enrol' button so you can sign up there and then.
Complete the quick and easy application form then wait for our professional and friendly Admissions Team to get in touch.
How to ApplyHow to find us
Park Road
Blackpool
FY1 4ES
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Ashfield Road
Bispham
Blackpool
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Squires Gate Lane
Blackpool
FY4 2QS
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