Hair Academy South West

Hair Academy South West is a specialist hairdressing, barbering and beauty training provider based in Taunton, delivering vocational programmes designed for the hair and barbering sector across the South West region. According to external course listings that quote the academy’s own description, the organisation positions itself as an established and award‑winning provider with over 20 years’ experience delivering high‑quality, flexible training tailored to the needs of learners and employers. Its provision includes barbering apprenticeships aimed at individuals aged 16–24 who want to become barbers, with support available to help learners find a suitable barbering salon placement. In addition, the academy offers a fast‑track NVQ Level 2 Men’s Barbering course, typically structured over 12 weeks on a three‑days‑per‑week basis for those looking to gain a recognised qualification on an intensive schedule. Training is delivered by hairdressers and barbers themselves, reflecting the academy’s focus on industry‑relevant skills and current salon practice. Employers can use the academy’s programmes to upskill new entrants or existing staff in practical barbering and hairdressing techniques, while individuals can access structured routes into the industry or progression within it.