Michael John Academy

Michaeljohn Training School is a specialist hairdressing and barbering training provider based in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, offering apprenticeship and vocational pathways for new entrants and existing staff in the hair and barbering sector. With over 40 years of experience, it positions itself as one of the longest-standing and most experienced providers in the region and a multi‑award‑winning academy. The academy delivers VTCT Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications through intermediate and advanced apprenticeships in Hairdressing Professional, Barbering Professional, and Advanced & Creative Hair Professional, combining salon employment with structured off‑the‑job training at its four‑floor training facility of salons and learning zones. Apprentices train on live models rather than mannequin heads, gaining realistic salon experience and learning current cutting, colouring and barbering techniques from industry‑active educators. Michaeljohn also offers advanced learning loan and private courses in hairdressing and barbering for those looking to progress or retrain outside of an apprenticeship route. Employers can benefit from year‑round recruitment support and flexible apprenticeship delivery models, including part‑time apprenticeship options aligned with current government guidelines, designed to build the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed for salon-ready, career-focused hair professionals. (mj-training.co.uk)