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Level 3Advanced · A-Level equivalent

Advanced and creative hair professional

Create, plan and promote a collection of hairstyles and looks that reflects their own individuality.

Typical duration

1 year

Training funded

up to £5,000

Route

Hair and beauty

Standard ref

ST0214

Where this apprenticeship leads

HairdresserAI exposure 5% · Low

£18,000 - £22,000

£25,000 - £30,000

Full career profile - salary progression, top employers, AI outlook →

Role overview

An advanced and creative hair professional works at a higher level in a salon or barbershop, delivering complex colour, cutting, and styling services and often leading or mentoring junior team members. Apprentices build on their existing hair skills to master creative techniques, client consultation, and business awareness. This apprenticeship can lead to salon management, session styling, or self-employment.

Careers this apprenticeship leads to

Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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