Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 2 is the most recognised.
Level 2 most recognisedOpen entry
Your route in
You can start without qualifications - direct entry/volunteering; a qualification improves your chances
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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 2)
Any of these strengthens your application.
- Level 2 Diploma in Barbering Studies L210 courses
- Level 1 Hairdressing and Barbering (Assistant Junior Hairdresser/Barber) L12 courses
- Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Beauty L21 course
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Where this can take you
Start with no qualifications as a salon junior and train on the job towards Level 2 hairdressing or beauty therapy.
Courses for this career
See free Salon Assistant courses
Level 1
Level 2
- Level 2 Diploma in Barbering Studies L210 courses
- Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Beauty L21 course