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Hair, Beauty, Makeup and Barbering

Discover Hair, Beauty, Makeup and Barbering at Oaklands College

Unlock your potential in the Hair, Beauty, Makeup and Barbering industries. With hands-on training at Oasis, our professional salon, you'll develop practical skills in everything from hairdressing to advanced skin treatments.

If you’re just starting out or enhancing your existing expertise, our pathways offer a supportive and professional environment. Learn from experienced tutors and benefit from our connections with local employers, ensuring you gain both the skills and experience needed to excel in this dynamic, customer-driven industry.

View all Hair, Beauty & Barbering courses

Why Hair, Beauty, Makeup and Barbering?

Our diverse range of courses covers everything from hairdressing to media and fashion make-up, beauty therapy, reflexology, massage, aromatherapy, and advanced laser and light hair and skin treatments.

Experience the Oasis Salon Advantage

Step into Oasis, our professional salon where you'll work directly with clients under expert supervision. With state-of-the-art facilities, Oasis provides the perfect environment to hone your skills in cutting-edge techniques and trends.

Hair, Beauty, Makeup and Barbering Courses at Oaklands College

Tailored Learning Opportunities

Whether you're just starting or looking to expand your expertise, we offer short courses for beginners and advanced training for seasoned therapists, ensuring you're always at the forefront of the industry.

Real-World Connections

Forge valuable connections through our strong network of local employers, offering you invaluable opportunities for practical work experience. Our dedicated tutors are committed to nurturing your success in your chosen field.

VTCT Approved Excellence

Rest assured, all our beauty courses are VTCT approved, ensuring quality education and recognised qualifications.

Step into Oasis Hair & Beauty

At Oasis Hair & Beauty Salon, immerse yourself in the authentic salon experience, working with real clients in a fully operational setting. Gain the confidence and skills you need to excel in the vibrant world of hair and beauty.

Student Success

Annie, an Oaklands graduate, now runs her own aesthetics clinic, McConnell Aesthetics, in London. After earning a Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy, she gained the confidence and skills to succeed in the beauty industry. 

£4.56 Bn industry in the UK
£24,000 Average Salary
224,000 people employed in the UK
9% projected growth by 2029

Careers after college

Example job roles:

  • Colour Specialist  
  • Hairdresser  
  • Barber  
  • Makeup Artist  
  • Media Makeup and Prosthetics Specialist  
  • Facialist  
  • Beauty Therapist  
  • Aesthetic Therapist  
  • Spa/Clinic/Beauty Salon/Hairdressers Manager  
  • Product House Trainer 

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