Portadown · Apprenticeship
Hairdressing & Barbering in Portadown.
12 - 24 months. Levels 2 - 3. DfE-funded Apprenticeships NI programme.
About the programme.
Rutledge Training delivers the Hairdressing & Barbering apprenticeship from our Portadown centre, supporting learners across the wider Portadown area. Our tutors combine practical workshop delivery with workplace assessment and digital learning via the Rutledge Learning LMS, helping learners gain Level 2 / 3 Diploma in Hairdressing or Barbering alongside the portable skills employers value.
Key facts.
- Type
- Apprenticeship
- Level
- Levels 2 - 3
- Duration
- 12 - 24 months
- Cost
- Free · DfE-funded
- Location
- Portadown
- Age range
- 16+
What you will achieve.
- 01Level 2 / 3 Diploma in Hairdressing or Barbering
- 02Practical salon experience via JD Hair Academy
- 03Pathway to senior stylist or salon ownership
Who this is for.
Salon-employed apprentices working in NI hairdressing and barbering businesses.
Frequently asked.
- Is Hairdressing & Barbering training in Portadown free?
- Yes, DfE-funded Apprenticeships NI programme. Eligibility depends on age, residency and prior qualifications. Speak to the Rutledge Portadown team to confirm.
- How long does the Hairdressing & Barbering programme take?
- 12 - 24 months. The exact length depends on the level you start at and your prior experience.
- Where is the Hairdressing & Barbering course delivered in Portadown?
- Training combines practical delivery at our Portadown centre (28 West Street, Portadown, BT62 3JQ) with workplace-based learning, plus online content via the Rutledge Learning LMS.
- Do I need a job to start the Hairdressing & Barbering apprenticeship?
- Yes, Apprenticeships NI requires you to be employed in a relevant role. If you don't have a job yet, Rutledge Portadown can help match you with employer partners hiring apprentices.
- Who is this programme for?
- Salon-employed apprentices working in NI hairdressing and barbering businesses.