Ark Educates

Setting up a successful hair extension training program involves a comprehensive approach. Here’s a step-by-step guide to ensure all aspects are covered:

Venue and Health & Safety

Find a Suitable Training Venue

   - Ensure the venue aligns with the governing standards of health and safety.

   - Conduct a premises inspection to ensure compliance with all regulations.

   - Obtain necessary health and safety accreditations.

Qualifications and Training

L3 Award in Education

   - Our Level 3 Award in Education (AET) is the entry-level qualification required for teaching in the private training industry, FE colleges, and HE institutions.

   - Completing our L3 AET course will qualify you to deliver hair extension courses.

Curriculum Development

Curate a Comprehensive Training Syllabus:

   - Develop detailed lesson plans.

   - Create registration documents, consultation & aftercare forms, training manuals, and a theory syllabus.

   - Have the training material evaluated by an authorized entity for accreditation. Note that this evaluation comes with a substantial fee.

Administrative and Operational Setup

Documentation and Forms:

   - Build comprehensive training manuals and theory syllabi.

   - Prepare all necessary registration and consultation documents.

First Aid and Insurance

   - Ensure first aid certification.

   - Secure all necessary insurances for health and safety compliance.

Administrative Support

   - Hire adequate staff to manage daily operations including administration, finance, training, cleaning, marketing, and health & safety.

Marketing and Business Development

Marketing Strategies

   - Establish a strong social media presence.

   - Attend meetings, seminars, and trade shows to exhibit your products.

   - Join professional associations and register with governing bodies.

   - Stay updated with exporting legislation and expo rules.

Supplier Relationships

Sourcing Quality Hair:

   - Source high-quality hair extensions.

   - Build and maintain good relationships with major suppliers in the industry.

Financial Planning

Budgeting:

   - Plan for an average setup cost of £45,000-£60,000.

   - Ensure you have the necessary funding to cover initial and operational costs.

Additional Resources and Support

Teacher's Training Program:

    - By participating in our teacher’s training program, all the aforementioned tasks and requirements are handled comprehensively.

Summary

Our program covers every aspect of setting up a hair extension academy, from securing a venue and obtaining necessary qualifications to developing a curriculum and marketing your business. Our support ensures you meet all regulatory requirements, source quality materials, and effectively manage your academy, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional training.

We wish you the best of luck as you embark on this exciting venture in the hair extension industry.