Hair, Beauty and Related Therapies
Walk down any high street and you'll see just how many nail bars, beauty salons and hairdressers have opened recently. The hair and beauty industry is booming in the UK so if you aspire to work as a hairdresser or beautician there has probably never been a better time to get on board.
Step Into the World of Hair, Beauty & Wellness
B&FC offer a wide range of hair and beauty programmes with courses for beginners who are looking to start their journey in the industry as well as specialist programmes designed for those who want to update their existing skills.
In fact, with new treatments emerging all the time, the hair and beauty curriculum is reviewed and regularly updated to ensure we are able to offer students the opportunity to remain at the cutting edge of their chosen career.
Interested in Degree-Level Study?
If you’re looking for university-level courses in Hair & Beauty, you can head straight to our dedicated degree page below . Alternatively, scroll down to explore all courses within this subject area.
Explore all Hair & Beauty Courses at B&FC
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Most popular career routes
With a recent report estimating the UK hair and beauty industry is worth around £6 billion and employs more than 300,000 workers, it’s easy to see why so many people are attracted to working in this creative, people-centred business.
Many people in the sector ultimately decide to start 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
Many people in the sector ultimately decide to start 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
Facilities
Our on-site salon gives students the opportunity to practice the techniques they learn in the classroom under the supervision of expert tutors. As well as helping them to finesse their technical capabilities, this also gives students the opportunity to interact with clients and develop the interpersonal skills that are synonymous with the industry.
In addition to our on-site facilities, our students undertake industry placements to enrich their learning experience and familiarise themselves with different aspects of salon life prior to starting their full-time careers.
In addition to our on-site facilities, our students undertake industry placements to enrich their learning experience and familiarise themselves with different aspects of salon life prior to starting their full-time careers.