Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 3 is the most recognised.

Level 3 most recognisedOpen entry

Your route in

Employers typically expect around L2

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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 3)

Any of these strengthens your application.

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Where this can take you

Typically qualify as a beauty therapist (Level 3), gain experience, then move into management via a Level 4 salon management qualification (salon/beauty therapy manager sits at Level 4-5).

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