Hairdressing
Gain confidence and progress your hairdressing skills with this course designed to deepen your understanding of haircare and styling. It aligns with UK sector best practices and offers flexible, self-paced study valued by employers.
Overview
What You’ll Learn From Hairdressing
Overview
This Hairdressing course is a CPD-accredited, fully online programme tailored for UK learners ready to advance their skills in haircare and styling. It offers flexible study designed to fit around your schedule and professional goals.
As you progress, you’ll gain greater responsibility and practical understanding of hairdressing techniques, from cutting to chemical treatments. This course supports professional decision-making that meets sector expectations for quality and ethical care.
Learners typically include aspiring and practising hairdressers focused on skills development and professional growth. The course offers recognised CPD value, with online study supported by expert guidance and flexible access.
Key highlights:
- Master essential hairdressing techniques from cutting to colouring
- Flexible, self-paced online learning with 12 months’ access
- CPD-accredited for professional development and skill enhancement
- Practical focus aligned to UK haircare sector standards
- Supported by expert tutors and UK-based learner services
- Includes assessment with instant results and certificate options
Accreditation & Recognition
This Hairdressing is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training. Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills
- 100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
- Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
- Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for £24.99)
- Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification
Assessment & Certification
Your progress in this Hairdressing is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion. Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for £24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement. This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.
Who Is This Course For?
- Aspiring hairdressers seeking foundational and advanced skills
- Practising professionals aiming to update or enhance techniques
- Salon assistants developing practical haircare and styling knowledge
- Individuals focused on professional development within the UK hair sector
- Learners seeking flexible, skills-based CPD training in hairdressing
Career Opportunities & Progression
- Junior Hairdresser: £16,000 to £22,000 per year
- Hair Stylist: £18,000 to £25,000 per year
- Salon Assistant: £15,000 to £20,000 per year
- Colour Technician: £18,000 to £26,000 per year
- Senior Stylist or Team Leader: £22,000 to £30,000 per year
Key Skills You’ll Gain
- Confident hair cutting and styling techniques
- Applied knowledge of hair colouring and chemical treatments
- Practical scalp and hair health management
- Professional client consultation and care skills
- Ethical decision-making in hairdressing services
- Enhanced leadership and teamwork abilities in salon settings
Why Study with Royal Open College
Royal Open College is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime. CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK
- Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
- 100% online learning with UK-based learner support
- Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals
Enrol today to develop practical skills and build confidence in hairdressing with this CPD-accredited course, designed to strengthen your real-world understanding and professional capability.

