We can't wait to welcome you to Andover College!
We have created this interactive page to give you a sense of what studying Hairdressing at Andover College is like. Scroll down to watch the how-to-guide on styles for short hair and then have a go at home!
We would love to see what you create so be sure to upload them to your social media and tag us either @AndoverCollege or #AndoverCollege !
If you have any questions about the courses available please contact us, email - AskHairdressing@sparsholt.ac.uk
Check out the pictures of Elements Salon and the virtual tour to get an idea of where you will be working and take a look at all the additional support we can offer at Andover College including Careers Guidance and Health and Wellbeing advice.
Meet your lecturers!
Elements Salon
As an Andover College student gaining professional experience in a salon is an integral part of the course and will help prepare you for working after you graduate. You will be working in the on-site Elements salon on a daily basis supported by industry professionals working on real clients.
This practical industry experience is vital in order to prepare you for a future in the industry. You will perfect not only your Hairdressing skills but your listening and communication skills through client interaction and develop a strong understanding of business processes both financial and personal - ideal if you would like to start your own business one day!
Four ways to style short hair!
Check out the video below giving you an idea about styling short hair and be sure to try these out at home.
Student Work!
Our Hairdressing students have still been getting plenty of practice in by working on their blocks at home!
We love seeing how well our students have adapted to distance learning and how they are making a constant effort to improve their skills!
Additional Resources
Interested in learning more about the various topics you would study at Andover college? Please take a look at the collection of resources below.
Why not practice your skills with these various tutorials!
Interesting reads:
- Careers - Think that working as a hairdresser is all about working in a salon? Think again. If you have the talent and the right work ethic, hairdressing can take you around the world, behind the scenes at Fashion Shows or even onto the small screen! Here.
- Jamie Dana - collection of interesting resources and helpful tips/tricks to grow a business! Here.
- Confessions of a Hairstylist - here.
How to get started?
We have created a list of activities you can get started with to keep your skills sharp, take a look!
- Research 6 local hair salons and list the range of treatments on offer including price lists.
- What hairdresser do you aspire to be like and why? (Choose a celebrity hairdresser that inspires you).
- Create a look book for 1920’s. This needs to include images for hair, make up, clothing and accessories.
- Develop and prepare your own CV, work experience is a crucial component of the course you will be studying so a strong CV is a must!
- Try the activity below to build your personal profile!
In addition to these resources the Open University has a variety of free online courses available in a range of subjects. Take a look at the catalogue here.
Why not take a look at this short course on Barbicide here.
Our Courses:
Level 1 Certificate Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector (1 Year)
VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Beauty Skills ( 1 year)
VTCT Level 2 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Ladies Hairdressing (1 Year)
VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing - Full time (1 Year)
VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (1 Year)
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Ladies Hairdressing (1 Year)
Work Placements
As part of our Level 2 and 3 Technical Diploma in Ladies Hairdressing, all students will complete a work placement in a professional salon throughout the academic year. Two dedicated placement days will form a part of our student’s weekly timetable and there will be group tutorial sessions throughout the year, in order to complete time sheets and portfolios.
Lockdown Work!
Our students were hard at work at home perfecting their skills even in the difficult circumstances.
Student Work!
Lets take it back and show off those vintage hairstyles!
Our Hairdressing students took on the task of trying out vintage hairstyles and we think they all look great!
Careers Guidance
Our careers guidance aims to expand the horizons of all students enabling you to make informed career decisions in order to progress both during and after college.
Carol is our dedicated Careers Advisor for Andover College!
We also have our Sun Progression Mentor Anna!
Anna works alongside the Southern Universities Network (SUN) to help students recognise the routes of progression available to them, and to continue their journey in education!
We recently launched the new Careers Hub located in the College library so come and say hello to Carol and Anna!
Student wellbeing and support
At Andover College we understand that starting college in these uncertain times can be daunting and we aim to make this process as simple as possible.
We have a dedicated team that provide our students with any additional support they need including;
- Counselling
- Carer support
- Childcare support
- Confidential one-to-one services
We also have at the college Romeo our therapy dog! Romeo is part of the continued effort from Andover College to consistently improve on and add to wellbeing provision for students. Romeo is based on campus with his owner throughout term.
Research has shown that students are significantly less stressed and anxious, and even have increased happiness and energy, immediately following spending time in a drop-in session with a dog present.
Social Media
We love to post about all our students on our platforms including their achievements, trips and excellent work - take a look at some of the highlights below and make sure you follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube!