Hair and Beauty

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Hair and Beauty

Why Study Here

At Macclesfield College, our award-winning Hair and Beauty courses provide industry experience in our on site commercial salon, where students work with the general public. You’ll develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in the beauty industry, guided by expert teachers with extensive professional experience.

courses available in Hair and Beauty

Level 1: Beauty Therapy
Level 1: Hairdressing
Level 2: Beauty Therapy
Level 2: Hairdressing
Level 3: Beauty Therapy
Level 3: Hairdressing

What you will study

In Beauty Therapy, you will cover a variety of key areas. You will learn to provide facial skincare, remove hair using waxing and offer manicure and pedicure treatments. Additionally, you'll provide eyelash and brow treatments and deliver make-up services. These are just some of the elements you will learn, with the full curriculum covering a wide range of beauty therapy skills.

Career

Progression

Upon finishing one of our Hairdressing and/or Beauty Therapy courses, you’ll develop a solid understanding of your career options and can move on to higher qualifications in the field.

You may choose to specialise further in areas such as advanced hairstyling, beauty treatments or salon management or you can seek apprenticeships for practical, industry experience.

Level 1

Minimum GCSE Entry Requirements:
Mostly grades 3-1

Progression:
Upon completing this level, you can advance to a Level 2 Diploma or start an apprenticeship.

Level 2

Minimum GCSE Entry Requirements:
4 x grade 3s Level 1 in Hair/Beauty

Progression:
Upon completing this level, you can advance to a Level 3 Diploma or start an apprenticeship.

Level 3

Minimum entry requirements:
5 grade 4-9s including maths or English & Level 2 Hair/Beauty

Progression:
You can advance to University or a Higher Level Apprenticeship.

Higher Education

Complete further education in site management or health and safety.

Self Employed
Become self-employed and set up your own business.

aspirational

Careers

Students with a tutor, learning how to wash the hair of 2 female customers

Trips/employers

Throughout your Hair and/or Beauty Therapy course, you'll engage with industry professionals through regular guest talks, offering valuable insights to enhance your learning experience. You'll also have opportunities to visit leading companies like Wella and PLOUISE, allowing you to see how your skills are applied in industry settings.

RACHEL VITTA

RACHEL VITTA

STUDENT

SPOTLIGHT

Rachel Vitta earned the title of Hairdressing Student of the Year 2024 for her remarkable performance in Level 3 Hairdressing. Building on a Distinction in Level 2, Rachel’s dedication to client care, punctuality and peer support, along with her impactful promotion of the College, left a lasting impression.

SKYE LEE

SKYE LEE

STUDENT

SPOTLIGHT

Skye Lee was named as Beauty Therapy Student of the Year 2024, excelling with outstanding attendanceand exceptional practical skills. Her helpfulness, respectfulness and positive attitude made her a standout in the programme. As she advances to the Level 2 Beauty Therapy course, we are excited to see her continued success.

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