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What's Hairdressing and Barbering like?

Study for an apprenticeship in hairdressing and barbering and find a job that allows you to be part of one of Scotland’s most creative industries.   

What's the qualification?

You'll gain a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 5 or Level 6. 

SCQF Level 5

  • Hairdressing at SCQF Level 5 or

  • Barbering at SCQF Level 5

SCQF Level 6

  • Hairdressing at SCQF Level 6 or

  • Barbering at SCQF Level 6

SCQF qualification levels explained

What will I learn?

During your apprenticeship, you'll learn how to:   

  • Cut hair using basic barbering techniques

  • Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp

  • Create basic outlines and detailing in hair

  • Dry and finish men’s hair

  • Advise and consult with clients

  • Cut facial hair to shape using basic barbering techniques

  • Develop and maintain your effectiveness at work 

  • Plait and twist hair

  • Temporarily attach hair to enhance a style

  • Fulfil salon reception duties 

      

You will develop the following core skills:   

  • Team work  

  • Problem-solving 

  • Communication 

  • Numeracy 

  • Time management 

These transferrable skills are useful for working in other jobs such as business administration and salon management.  

Where could it take me?

This Modern Apprenticeship gives you a range of options. Carry on your education with a related creative degree or go into full-time work.  

Further education: Enhance your skills with a bachelor’s degree in fashion design or another creative qualification. Your experience will support your university application.    

Straight to work: Use your qualifications and find a hairdressing or barbering job. After completing the apprenticeship, you could move onto jobs like:   

  • Junior hairdresser

  • Junior barber 

  • TV hair stylist 

  • Salon receptionist 

  • African Caribbean hair stylist 

  • Barber

Entry requirements

There are no set requirements for the apprenticeship. However, it is useful to have an interest in hairdressing and barbering.  

How does it work?

You’ll learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. You’ll also study with a college or another learning provider. 

How long will it take?

This Modern Apprenticeship will take 12 and 24 months to complete.  

How to apply

Use the 'Find vacancies near you' search at the end of this page to look for vacancies, then you can apply online.

You'll apply on Apprenticeships.scot or the company’s own website – there are details on the vacancy advert.

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