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Hairdressing certs

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  • 23-10-2018 3:59pm
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    Glendalyn
    Registered Users Posts: 91 ✭✭


    I am looking to switch careers, and go into hairdressing. I have a previous licence in nails from America, but it is non-transferable, so I am basically starting from scratch. I live in Leitrim, so my options are limited.

    As I see it, my options are 1. Fast track course with a certificate at the end (pricey). 2. Uni for 2 yrs. or 3. Private school (Grafters academy) with experience but no cert (quick and inexpensive).

    I have a natural talent and am considering grafters academy, but am concerned if I walk into a salon for a job with no cert, they won’t give me the time of day.

    So, is it about what you can do, or what paperwork you have?

    Would love to hear a salon owners opinion.


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    spurious
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Education Moderators Posts: 27,115 CMod ✭✭✭✭spurious


    Yours is a kind of word of mouth business with repeat customers.

    You could offer your services for free to a local salon for a couple of weekends. Let them see your work and assess the demand.
    Maybe rent a spot off them after that?


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