Aims:

To give a realistic idea of the working life and career opportunities of a hair colour technician, including:

• the range of work involved, from salon / client work to photo shoots and stage demonstrations
• the various stages of the career, from trainee to colour department manager
• the talents, skills and personality suited to this work
• the salon environment
• career options within this sector.

To raise issues of self-development and career management, including:

• time and money management
• dealing with stress
• working with colleagues
• professional behaviour with clients
• taking criticism from superiors
• career development challenges / targets in the short and long term.