Hairdressing Courses In London & Ipswich
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Finance available on all courses up to a maximum of £10,000 subject to T&C’s
With over 60 years of experience operating in the Hairdressing industry as the owners of both a salon and a hairdressing school, training thousands of students and servicing even a larger number of clients, we are confident that we know what makes a great hairdresser.
If you are looking for a hairdressing course that gives you the skills you need to start or advance your career, you came to the right place. Our hairdressing courses include a unique blend of practical training, demonstrations and theory classes which deliver results.
Our beginner hairdressing courses run from only 5 weeks for a basic introduction to haircutting, up to 26 weeks for our internationally recognised, Diploma certificated, ladies’ and men’s hairdressing course. For already qualified hairdressers’ we offer intermediate and advanced courses selectively lasting from 1 to 30 days, including a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing. These courses can be taken at either of our hairdressing academy training centres located in the City of London or Ipswich.
We encourage models of all ages and backgrounds into our academies, to ensure your learning environment matches realistic working conditions, mirroring the daily routines of your chosen career path. Whether you want to learn the basics of hairdressing or advance your current skillset, check out our unique courses designed for learning at your own pace, with regular one-to-one feedback, quickly growing your confidence as a hairdresser.
Hairdressing Courses for Beginners
Alan d beginner hairdressing courses start each month, and allow you to start cutting hair from day two. Throughout the training sessions, you will learn the fundamentals of hairdressing, theory and classic techniques including but not limited to styling, cutting, shampooing, blow drying, client care, nine signature Alan d haircuts and more. Find the desired course below:
Foundation Ladies Cutting & Styling
Course Price: £3000 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £2,400 inc VAT
OR
£600 deposit and 4 weekly payments of £600.00
OR
Pay in instalments with Knoma
Course length: 5 weeks (25 days)
This is a first step into ladies hairdressing for beginners.
The course is aimed at those wishing to have a basic understanding of Ladies haircutting and finishing. It is available at both our London and Ipswich hairdressing schools. It is an ideal stepping-stone to some of the longer-term Diploma & NVQ hairdressing courses.
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn the 9 Alan d foundation haircuts together with a variety of finishing techniques. Included in the hairdressing course is training in shampooing, blow-drying, cutting & styling, client care & salon protocol. You will receive hairdressing training on both dummy heads & live models.
This course can be full or part-time.
The Alan d Foundation Ladies Cutting & Styling hairdressing certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
Beginners Hairdressing Course Dates:
2023
November 20 / December 4
2024
January 8 / February 12 / March 18 / April 22
May 28 / July 1 / August 5 / September 9
October 14 / November 18 / December 2
4 Weeks Comprehensive Colouring Course for Beginners
Course Price: £3,180 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £2,550 inc VAT
OR
£636 deposit and 3 weekly payments of £848
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Pay in instalments with Knoma
Course length: 4 weeks (20 days)
This 4 week Comprehensive Colouring course is for those new to the industry or those who have been trained to cut but have no colouring experience & want a practical course with just a little relevant theory.
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will cover basic product knowledge, root coverage, full-head colour, foils, meche & Balayage. You will be taught on both dummy heads and live models.
This course has minimal theory and no online testing. Alan d Certification is awarded on completion.
Beginner Hairdressing Course Dates:
2023
November 20 / December 4
2024
January 8 / February 12 / March 18 / April 22
May 28 / July 1 / August 5 / September 9
October 14 / November 18 / December 2
8 Weeks Comprehensive Cutting & Colouring Course for Beginners
Course Price: £6,360 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £5,100 inc VAT
OR
£1,000 deposit and 5 weekly payments of £1,072
OR
Pay in instalments with Knoma
Course length: 8 weeks (40 days)
This course is for those new to the industry who want a completely practical hair cutting and hair colouring course. It can also be for those whose basic hairdressing training was not comprehensive enough in both cutting & colouring techniques.
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn the 9 Alan d foundation haircuts together with a variety of finishing techniques as well as shampooing, blow-drying, cutting & styling, client care & salon protocol. After 4 weeks (20 days) you will then move on to a 4 week (20 days) hair colouring course covering basic product knowledge, root coverage, full-head colour, foils, meche and balayage. You will be taught on both dummy heads & live models.
This course has minimal theory and no online testing. The Alan d Comprehensive Cutting & Colouring Course for Beginners hairdressing Certificate is awarded on completion.
You can take our 8 weeks Comprehensive course at both our London and Ipswich hairdressing schools.
Beginners Hairdressing Course Dates:
2023
November 20 / December 4
2024
January 8 / February 12 / March 18 / April 22
May 28 / July 1 / August 5 / September 9
October 14 / November 18 / December 2
Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing
Course Price: £7,200 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £2,500 inc VAT
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
OR
£1,000 deposit and 10 weekly payments of £620
OR
Pay in instalments with Knoma
Course length: 12 weeks (60 days)
This hairdressing course is aimed at those looking for a part-time entry into the world of Ladies Hairdressing.
This VTCT Level 3 Certificate course has all the practical hairdressing training you need to become work-ready. Available in both London or Ipswich, it can be part-time, a minimum of 3 consecutive days per week, leaving you free to work the rest of the week!
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn the 9 Alan d foundation haircuts together with a variety of finishing techniques. Moving on, the units included in this exciting course are promoting & selling products & services to clients, monitoring & maintaining health & safety practice in the salon, cutting women’s hair to create a variety of looks, colouring hair to create a variety of looks & colour correction, styling & dressing hair, hairdressing consultation, support for colleagues, hair & scalp specialist services & creative hairdressing design skills. You will be trained on both dummy heads & live models.
VTCT & Alan d Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
Beginner Hairdressing Course Dates:
2023
November 20 / December 4
2024
January 8 / February 12 / March 18 / April 22
May 28 / July 1 / August 5 / September 9
October 14 / November 18 / December 2
Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing & Barbering
Course Price: £9,000 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £7,200 inc VAT
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
OR
£1,000 deposit and 10 weekly payments of £800
OR
Pay in instalments with Knoma
Course length: 15 weeks (75 days)
This course is aimed at those looking for a part-time entry into the world of Ladies & Men’s Hairdressing.
This VTCT Level 3 Certificate course has all the practical barbering and hairdressing training you need to become work-ready. It can be part-time, a minimum of 3 consecutive days per week, leaving you free to work the rest of the week! You can train at either of our hairdressing schools in London or Ipswich.
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn the 9 Alan d foundation haircuts together with a variety of finishing techniques. Moving on, the units included in this exciting qualification are promoting & selling products & services to clients, monitoring & maintaining health & safety practice in the salon, cutting women’s hair to create a variety of looks, colouring hair to create a variety of looks & colour correction, styling & dressing hair, hairdressing consultation, support for colleagues, hair & scalp specialist services & creative hairdressing design skills.
For the final part of the course you will join our barbering class which incorporates all the latest techniques using scissors, scissor-over-comb, clipper work, beard & moustache trimming. Client care, shampooing, blow-drying & Barbershop protocol all form part of the course. You may choose to add wet-shaving as an extra cost option. You will be trained on both dummy heads & live models.
VTCT & Alan d Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing & Barbering certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
Beginners Hairdressing Course Dates:
2023
November 20 / December 4
2024
January 8 / February 12 / March 18 / April 22
May 28 / July 1 / August 5 / September 9
October 14 / November 18 / December 2
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing
Course Price: £12,000 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £9,600 inc VAT
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
OR
£1,200 deposit and 18 weekly payments of £600
OR
Pay in instalments with Knoma
(Loans up to £10,000 may be available subject to T&Cs)
Course length: 20 weeks (100 days)
This course is aimed at those looking to be work-ready on completion of their hairdressing training and have an internationally recognised qualification. It is available in both our London and Ipswich hairdressing schools.
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn to cut & style utilising the 9 Alan d foundation haircuts together with a variety of finishing techniques before moving onto roller-setting, long hair, colouring & perming. Client care, shampooing, blow-drying & salon protocol all form part of the course leading to completion of your NVQ Level 2. You will be trained on both dummy heads & live models.
NVQ courses include VTCT on-line testing to complete the qualification.
Alan d and VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
Beginners Hairdressing Course Dates:
2023
November 20 / December 4
2024
January 8 / February 12 / March 18 / April 22
May 28 / July 1 / August 5 / September 9
October 14 / November 18 / December 2
The Masterclass Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing & Barbering
Course Price: £15,600 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £12,480 inc VAT
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
OR
£1,000 deposit and 20 weekly payments of £730
OR
Pay in instalments with Knoma
(Loans up to £10,000 may be available subject to T&Cs)
Course length: 26 weeks (130 days)
This hairdressing & barbering course is available in both our London and Ipswich hairdressing academies. It is aimed at those looking to be work-ready on completion of their hairdressing & barbering training and have an internationally recognised qualification.
After an initial induction, on day 2 you will learn to cut & style utilising the 9 Alan d foundation haircuts together with a variety of finishing techniques, before moving onto roller-setting, long hair, colouring & perming.
For the final part of the course you will join the barbering class, which incorporates all the latest techniques using scissors, scissor-over-comb, clipper work, beard & moustache trimming & wet-shaving.
Client care, shampooing, blow-drying & salon/barbershop protocol all form part of the course leading to completion of your NVQ Level 2. You will be trained on both dummy heads & live models.
NVQ courses include VTCT on-line testing to complete the qualification.
Alan d and VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing & Barbering certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
Beginners Hairdressing Course Dates:
2023
November 20 / December 4
2024
January 8 / February 12 / March 18 / April 22
May 28 / July 1 / August 5 / September 9
October 14 / November 18 / December 2
Intermediate Hairdressing Courses
Our Intermediate Ladies’ Hairdressing Courses are ideal for those with previous experience in hairdressing, who want to brush up on their skills and get back on the salon floor.
#OntheFloor
Course Price:
£355 inc VAT for 1 day, PROMO PRICE: £280 inc VAT
£660 inc VAT for 3 days PROMO PRICE: £530 inc VAT
£990 inc VAT for 5 days PROMO PRICE: £800 inc VAT
£1,620 inc VAT for 10 days PROMO PRICE: £1,300 inc VAT
Course length: 1, 3, 5 & 10 Days
Start Dates: By Request
This is a bespoke hairdressing course created by you!
The course is aimed at those who’ve left college with a qualification but aren’t confident or skilful enough to work on the salon floor, or those needing to brush up on a specific skill.
Open to all ages, #OntheFloor is a hairdressing boot-camp course. No theory, no exams, up to 10 days of practical hairdressing training in blocks of 1, 3, 5 or 10 days. Concentrating on cutting, colouring or barbering. It will increase your skill levels & boost your confidence.
The Refresher/Confidence-Builder
Course Price: £990 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £800 inc VAT
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Pay in instalments with Knoma
Course length: 5 days
Start dates: Weekly
This is the Alan d signature hairdressing course.
This course is for hairdressers returning to the industry who would like to polish up their skills, or experienced stylists who feel “bogged down” with their everyday routine & are looking for inspiration.
This confidence building course is also designed for young stylists who have just completed initial hairdressing training & wish to improve their confidence levels as well as basic techniques.
Courses begin weekly throughout the year.
The Alan d Hairdressing Refresher certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
Skills-Scan
Course Price:
£200 inc VAT per person per day for the Skills-Scan, report and further training
On this two day course you will work through the Alan d Foundation Cut and Colour techniques and therefore we get to understand the level of your skill allowing us to create a bespoke targeted programme of improvement. We can focus solely on the techniques that you need to improve allowing you to quickly optimise your skills and your earning potential.
Once the initial two-day Skills-Scan is completed, Alan d will write a tailored programme to be agreed on and/or sent back your employer. Your training could then start immediately.
The initial Skills-Scan can also be run in your salon as a Workshop (price tbc).
Finishing School – Hairdressing
Course Price: £125 inc VAT per day
This course is for new stylists who want to build up speed and confidence by working on the Alan d models with as much or as little supervision as they require.
We’ve found that recent training has been erratic due to the Pandemic and the recovery period and many new stylists suffered from a lack of models when they trained. By working in a no-pressure environment with the safety-net of a trainer if needed, you will gain the confidence you need to hit the salon floor running.
Alan d have spent years delivering commercial Ladies Hairdressing & Barbering Education and their reputation extends to their huge and diverse model bank, the same clients that are walking into your salon right now.
This course runs from Monday-Friday and you can book as many days as you need with as little as 1 week’s notice.
You can choose to work on Ladies Cutting, Colouring and Barbering.
This course is ideal for newly trained stylists, Freelance Hairdressers and those looking to improve their confidence.
Advanced Hairdressing Courses
Advanced barbering courses are designed to further advance your hairdressing skills. Perfect for working professionals that want to become an expert in their craft. You will have to commit to 10 weeks of training and will be awarded internationally recognisable certificates. To complete the hairdressing training, you will need to take online tests. Available at both London and Ipswich academies.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing
Course Price: £6,600 inc VAT
PROMO PRICE: £2,500 inc VAT
+ VTCT Reg. Fee & equipment
OR
£1,000 deposit and 4 weekly payments of £1,400
OR
Pay in instalments with Knoma
Course length: 10 weeks (50 days)
This 50-day hairdressing course is aimed at qualified stylists who wish to develop more advanced skills whilst working towards an internationally recognised qualification.
Following an induction, you will work on units including creative cutting, advanced colour techniques, colour correction & long hair work, concentrating on the creative side of the industry.
NVQ courses include VTCT on-line testing to complete the qualification.
The Alan d & VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing certificate is awarded on completion of the course.
Advanced Hairdressing Course Dates:
2023
November 27 / December 4
2024
January 15 / February 19 / March 25 / April 29
June 3 / July 8 / August 12 / September 2
October 21 / November 25 / December 9
