Apprenticeships in hair and beauty
Learning on the job could be your way into hairdressing. Here Kate, aka Dollybowbow, discusses apprenticeships in a top London salon:
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My career goal: Nail technician
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Hair and beauty career hub
The hair and beauty world offers plenty of options - check out this industry job site for career profiles, advice and job search.
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Men in female dominated industries
Advice from three men who've shaped their own style in the hair and beauty industry.
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Watch this video for some tips from Aaman Birk on finding work in the beauty industry:
National Careers Service links
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Beauty therapist
Click on this link to find out what a beauty therapist does
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Hairdresser
Click on this link to find out what a hairdresser does
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Image consultant
Click on this link to find out what an image consultant does
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Beauty therapist
A beauty therapist discusses their role
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Senior stylist
A senior stylist discusses their role
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