A unique approach

Our apprenticeship programmes have been specially designed to deliver over and above National Occupational Standards. Our mission is to meet the needs of the business and current industry and consumer trends. 

Born out of 30 years of industry experience, both nationally and internationally, our high quality training courses enable apprentices to positively boost their career opportunities in beauty therapy.

Our unique model, which combines a state-of-the-art training school with salon and spa integration, provides learners with realistic experience of client interaction, treatments, retailing, reception duties and working as part of a team. 

Technical skills are a priority for any beauty business. Where possible, we work with each business to accommodate training requirements. This ensures that the apprentice is equipped with the skills needed to add value to the business.

For more information please download the IBHA employer's guide to hair and beauty apprenticeships.


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Our apprenticeships in the beauty salon, spa and retail sector

The courses offered are mapped to the National Occupational Standards and represent the highest level of qualification available.

We have specifically chosen VTCT as our awarding body for apprenticeships. For over 40 years, VTCT has been at the forefront of developing vocational qualifications. Its apprenticeship programmes offer a flexible, unit-based approach to learning, enabling new students to join the courses at any time.

 

Level 2

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy Standard
Earn while you learn with this job-ready qualification. Based on National Occupational Standards (NOS), the Level 2 Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy Standard provides the knowledge, understanding and skills required to work competently as a beauty therapist. 

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Nail Services Standard
This brand new Level 2 Apprenticeship in Nail Services Standard provides the knowledge, understanding and skills required to work competently as a nail services technician performing manicures, pedicures, gel polish and nail enhancements. 

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Beauty and Make-up Consultant Standard
This brand new Level 2 Apprenticeship in Beauty and Make-up Consultancy provides the knowledge, understanding and skills required to work competently as a beauty consultant, skincare and make-up specialist. You will be able to provide demonstrations and one to one sessions in the retail environment.

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Hair Professionals (Hairdressing) Standard
This new Level 2 Apprenticeship for Hairdressing Professionals will provide the knowledge, understanding and skills required to work completently as a hairdresser. It will also provide a sound platform into further training at Level 3 Diploma for Advanced and Creative Hair Professional. 

Level 3

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy Massage
Learn the skills required to provide an extensive range of massage treatments and become an asset to any salon or spa worldwide. Study with industry-experienced tutors whilst earning a wage and gaining real working experience being employed in a salon or spa. 

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Advanced Beauty Therapist (Standard)
This brand new Level 3 Apprenticeship for Advanced Beauty Therapist will give youthe skills required to provide an extensive range of massage and electro therapy face and body treatments that will be an asset to any salon or spa worldwide. Study also includes operational elements of the salon or spa; management of people, resources, marketing and finance. 

Level 3 Apprenticeship for Advanced and Creative Hair Professional (Standard)
This brand new Level 3 Apprenticeship for Advanced and Creative Hair Professional will give you the skills required to provide an extensive range of creative hair styling, colouring and dressing techniques used in salons worldwide.  

Level 4

Level 4 Apprenticeship in Salon, Spa and Retail Management
Whether you are a manager or aspiring to become a manager of a salon, spa or retail department this bespoke apprenticeship is designed to give you confidence, confidence and inspiration to drive your business forward. Be inspired by industry professionals and learn from you peers in this advanced, forward thinking and business relevant course.

 

Are you an employer?

Find out more about our apprenticeship programme and how employing an apprentice could benefit your business.



Employer's Guide to Apprenticeships


Recruiting an Apprentice


Employing an Apprentice FAQs

 





What our graduates say

"I’ve recently finished my Level 3 Beauty Therapy apprenticeship and I couldn’t recommend IBHA enough! All the staff are lovely and they're always at the end of the phone if you need support with anything. They have so many additional courses that all the students have the opportunity to take. Jodi and Julie have been amazing and have helped me so much with my self confidence whilst performing a treatment and talking to clients." May 2018