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Getting started in HairdressingThe OHA guide to becoming a Hairdresser

During career surveys it is reguarly noted that hairdressers are the happiest in their chosen career !







School leavers

Work in your local salon as a Saturday assistant.  Ask around your local salons if they need Staff it’s a good way to start. Search the OHA careers section for salons recruiting. Alternatively look in your local careers office for vacancies or check the local papers for advertisements. Assistant are paid rates around the government set minimum wage. Training is set out by the NVQ (national vocational awards) though salons also have their own schedules. There is usually a 3-month trail period where your employer will assess your commitment to the jobStudy at your local collage go to your local authority web site for further information.







Mature students,

Take an intensive foundation course at a salon hair academy. Courses normally run up to 9 months. They give a good foundation in all aspects of the craft. Click on the link to be taken to course guide page, you can find all the information and prices. and possiblei Arrange a career development loan. Check with the academy if they’re able to help Combine training with the online hair Academy our wealth of information years of experience, all geared to your success.

Salon stylist

Based in the salon-servicing clients. Salons will send a stylist out to do hair if they are actively involved in PR work. Work your way up the tier level to management or owning your own salon. Further info go to our jobs section.

Cruise line stylist

Working cruise ships sailing the 7 seas. Great for travelling for those who don’t suffer sea f sickness, for more details check www.str.co.uk

Session stylist

Freelance style hair for photo shoots and TV commercials. Working through an agent, you will need a portfolio of your work, gained by working closely with photographers, stylist, & make up Artiste. Difficult to get into but if your determined very rewarding. Film & Television Specialist knowledge of wig making and prosthetics is helpful. Difficult to get into but success is rewarding for the determined you will need to have strong connections with film & TV production companies along with a good CV and recommendations.

Mobile stylist

Working from home visiting clients being self employed you will be responsible for your own tax & national insurance contributions. It is recommended to have liability insurance to cover your customers.

Teacher educator

rWorking in a collage or salon academy. Many salons own schools and should teaching be one of your strengths, then it should possible for you to work your way into an Academy. Once you have completed your training it's possible to work abroad. Be aware that in USA and foreign countries, requirements and exams differ. So be sure to check details before embarking on your adventures. Regarding visas and emigration, go to www.workpermit.com