WOW Hair Academy offer Hairdressing and Barbering apprenticeships. This apprenticeship is for apprentices who work in either Hairdressing salons or Barber shops. We run bespoke roll on roll off training tailored to meet the apprentice’s needs as well as the employer.
We can deliver flexible training both in Hairdressing salon or Barber shops, on a one to one basis, a day release format which the apprentice will come into the academy or a mixture of both to suit the employer’s needs.
We will cover careers advice in your Apprentice, for careers advice please contact any of the below links.
At Wow Hair Academy, we don’t just deliver qualifications—we inspire careers. As a specialist training provider in Hairdressing, Barbering, and Level 3 Advanced & Creative Hair Apprenticeships, we are passionate about developing the next generation of talented professionals. Our mission is to equip every learner with the skills, confidence, and creativity needed to build a successful and rewarding career within the hair and barbering industry.
Our industry-led programmes combine expert technical training with the latest trends, creative techniques, and real-world salon experience. Whether you’re starting your journey or progressing to an advanced qualification, our courses are designed to help you achieve recognised qualifications while meeting the high standards expected by today’s employers.
We are proud to work in partnership with salons and employers to deliver high-quality apprenticeships, helping businesses develop skilled, motivated professionals who can make a positive impact from day one. We support both employers and apprentices throughout the entire apprenticeship journey, ensuring a successful and rewarding experience for everyone involved.
For apprentices who require them, we also deliver Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths, providing tailored support to help learners develop these essential skills and successfully achieve their apprenticeship.
Our greatest strength is our team of highly qualified, experienced trainers, who bring extensive industry knowledge and a genuine passion for education. Through personalised coaching, practical learning, and ongoing mentoring, they are committed to helping every learner achieve their full potential in a supportive, inclusive, and inspiring environment.
At Wow Hair Academy, we believe that exceptional training creates exceptional professionals. Whether you are an individual looking to launch or advance your career, or an employer seeking to invest in the future of your team, we are here to support your success every step of the way.
Create. Learn. Achieve. Inspire. Your future starts here.
If any of the courses interest you and you would like to know more then please do get in touch now.
An apprenticeship is an opportunity to work and study at the same time. Most of your time is spent doing on-the-job training, and the rest is spent working towards a qualification. You’ll get paid a salary and be part of a team, just like a standard employee, but you’ll also get dedicated study time throughout the week.
Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship will take between 8- 24 months to complete the training, and then you will be required to undertake the End Point Assessment (EPA).
This consists of
Practical Observation and questions (5.5hrs)
Multi choice theory test (1hr)
Professional discussion (35min)
Barbering Professional Apprenticeship will take between 8-21 months to complete the training, and then you will be required to undertake the End Point Assessment (EPA).
This consists of
Practical Observation and questions (3.15)
Multi choice theory test (1hr)
Professional discussion (45min)
The Advanced and Creative Hair Professional will take between 8-15 months to complete the training and then you will be required to undertake the End Point Assessment (EPA).
This consists of
Practical Observation and questions (5hrs)
Multi choice theory test (1hr)
Professional discussion (45min)
As an Apprentice, you will earn the National Minimum wage for Apprentices, which at present is £8. You will be paid for training days as well as the days working in the salon and annual leave.
Majority of your training and assessments will take place at the training academy, base in King Street, Wolverhampton. You will be required to attend the academy once a week where on week 1 you will have theory in the morning, Functional Skills in the afternoon (if required) or techniques (practical). Week 2 you will be working the academy salon all day, working on models or blocks.
Our Academy reflects a working salon and has an IT room with computers and internet access for independent learning and 1-1 support sessions to support you every step of the way.
We also deliver extra curriculum covering British Values, Safeguarding, Prevent, Careers and Equality & Diversity.
You will have a progress review every 8 weeks at your salon, this will be with the apprentice, employer and assessor. This will support in tracking your progress and setting targets.
Your qualification will be awarded by City & Guilds and is a nationally recognised qualification, you will receive.
Once completed your Hair Professional Apprenticeship you can progress on to the Advanced Creative Hair Professional Apprenticeship. At the present time there is no route to complete a L3 Barbering qualification through an apprenticeship.
For L3 Advanced and Creative Hair Professional qualification you will be awarded by City & Guilds a nationally recognised qualification and you will receive.
As an Apprentice you will be employed by a reputable salon or Barber shop for between 30-40 hours a week.
You are entitled to 20 days paid holiday a year, plus 8 Bank Holidays. (The holiday will be pro rota if you are working less than fulltime hours)
Once qualified, there are many exciting career opportunities for hairdressers and Barbers, here are a few of them:
No formal entry requirements are necessary. Initial assessment will take place prior to starting your qualification, this is an assessment not a test to see your level in English and Maths as a starting point.
Are you passionate and creative individual who has an aspiration to be the best Hairdresser/Barber you can be?
6 King Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1ST
T: 01902 864433
or email us.
Monday to Thursday
8.30am – 4.30pm
