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At Schwarzkopf Professional, we are passionate about the power of education. As your partner in craft, we’re here to empower you to reach your full potential as you progress in your career.
Perhaps you’re just starting out in the industry, are a stylist wanting to enhance your skills or a salon owner looking to give students the opportunity to begin their hairdressing career. In the first instalment of our Start Your Job Right series, supported by our eAcademy course content, we cover everything from hairdressing initiatives within schools and the value of qualifications, to how our blended learning approach can provide impactful upskilling opportunities.
In hairdressing, professional and certified education lays the groundwork for building a successful career and comes with a wide range of benefits that could make all the difference when starting out in the industry, including professional credibility, hands-on skills, career opportunities, increased earning potential and improved confidence.
We caught up with Kay Brady, Head of Education at Schwarzkopf Professional UK, to find out more about hairdressing education and the collaboration initiatives within schools, and how they’re helping to kickstart careers within the hairdressing industry...
“Within college education with Schwarzkopf Professional, there are workshops such as World of IGORA and Creative Hair Colour Techniques, to name just a few. We give certification on a range of courses, from colour knowledge to cutting techniques. Having certifications helps to lay the foundations for a successful career path, opening up a choice of salons to work in and should give a taste of what education can do to enhance their career. Education is key in this industry to grow, as innovation is also a big part of the hairdressing industry, so learning is vital and never stops.”
“Many schools hold open days with the option to attend with a stand and showcase the brand and hairdressing industry – 2-week trials working within certain hairdressing salons or training academies could be offered to students. Training schools have links to colleges to partner their development programs, for example in the UK, The Fellowship for British Hairdressing have many connections with colleges and have integrated a premium level distinction.”
“Having more initiatives within schools would be extremely beneficial to prevent the idea that hairdressing is for non-academic students. Whilst being creative is just as important, there is great potential for business minds and successful growth.”
Kay Brady (@kayskpbrady)
Head of Education at Schwarzkopf Professional UK
At Schwarzkopf Professional, we take a blended approach to learning – combining the best of both physical and digital education, allowing you to grow at your own pace.
With our 2025 Seminar Programme, you can discover a range of upcoming in-person seminars – from colour and backbar to styling and cutting, plus Partner In Craft seminars, including our Start Your Job Right programme.
Perfect for individuals who are training or starting a career within the hair industry, this programme focuses on gaining self-confidence, building your skillset and understanding the responsibility of a hairdresser.
If you’re looking to learn something new, enhance your knowledge or elevate your career, eAcademy has you covered.
Designed by hairdressers, for hairdressers, you’ll have free access to world-class education tailored just for you. Available 24/7, anywhere and from any device, you can easily search our catalogue of courses and learn at your own pace.
Feel inspired and become an expert in mastering the latest trends with our Schwarzkopf YouTube Channel – offering an array of step-by-step tutorials at your fingertips! Covering colour, cutting and styling, our Global Ambassadors share their personal tips, tricks and how-to’s.
Keep up to date with all the latest news and inspiration by following @schwarzkopfpro on Instagram.
Plus, don’t forget to check back for more Start Your Job Right content, where we’ll deep dive into apprenticeships and hear stories from those who have mastered their craft. Coming soon…
Explore our world-class Colour, Backbar, Styling and Visionary seminars; developed to enhance the skills you already have and help you do what you do, better.
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