Where are the courses held?

All courses take place at Colour Hut Academy, 157 St Mary's Lane, Upminster, Essex RM14 3BL. We are on the District Line (Upminster station, 5 minutes walk) and accessible by car from Hornchurch, Romford, Brentwood, and the wider Essex and East London area.

Short courses and individual techniques are booked and paid for online. Full payment is required to confirm your place - we do not take deposits. NVQ enrolments are handled by email or phone before payment. Once payment is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation with all the details you need.

All course fees are non-refundable. Please ensure you can attend on the booked date before completing payment. If your circumstances change, contact us as early as possible — date transfers are considered subject to availability.

How many students are in each class?

Group courses run with a maximum of 8 students. Private courses (Nano Keratin Bonds) are one-to-one. NVQ students are taken through training individually.

Do I need experience to attend?

Most short courses are open to complete beginners as well as working stylists. Each course page confirms whether any prior experience is recommended. NVQ Level 2 is the standard entry point with no prior qualification required.

Is government funding available?

Government funding through the Advanced Learner Loan scheme may be available for the VTCT NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 courses, depending on your circumstances. A limited number of funded places are available each year. Check your eligibility at www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan/eligibility or contact us to discuss your options before enrolling.

Will I receive a certificate?

Structured ABC courses (Cuts, Colour) include a final exam — students who pass receive a certificate of completion. One-day practice courses include a certificate of attendance on request. The VTCT NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 are nationally accredited qualifications recognised by employers across the UK.

I am based in Romford / Hornchurch / Brentwood - is Upminster far?

Not at all. Upminster is under 10 minutes by car from Hornchurch and Romford, around 15 minutes from Brentwood, and on the District Line so accessible by tube from East London. There is parking available near the salon.

Hair Training Courses in Upminster

Whether you are starting out in hairdressing, returning to the industry, or adding specialist techniques to an existing service menu, every course is structured to give you skills you can use immediately.

We keep class sizes small - a maximum of 8 students - so every student works directly with the trainer throughout the day. Our approach is 80% hands-on practice, 20% theory: the ratio that actually builds skill.

Based at 157 St Mary's Lane, Upminster RM14 3BL, we are easily accessible from Hornchurch, Romford, Brentwood, Rainham, and across East London and Essex.

Where are the courses held?
All courses take place at Colour Hut Academy, 157 St Mary's Lane, Upminster, Essex RM14 3BL. We are on the District Line (Upminster station, 5 minutes walk) and accessible by car from Hornchurch, Romford, Brentwood, and the wider Essex and East London area.
How do I book?
Short courses and individual techniques are booked and paid for online. Full payment is required to confirm your place - we do not take deposits. NVQ enrolments are handled by email or phone before payment. Once payment is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation with all the details you need.
Are there refunds?
All course fees are non-refundable. Please ensure you can attend on the booked date before completing payment. If your circumstances change, contact us as early as possible — date transfers are considered subject to availability.
How many students are in each class?
Group courses run with a maximum of 8 students. Private courses (Nano Keratin Bonds) are one-to-one. NVQ students are taken through training individually.
Do I need experience to attend?
Most short courses are open to complete beginners as well as working stylists. Each course page confirms whether any prior experience is recommended. NVQ Level 2 is the standard entry point with no prior qualification required.
Is government funding available?
Government funding through the Advanced Learner Loan scheme may be available for the VTCT NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 courses, depending on your circumstances. A limited number of funded places are available each year. Check your eligibility at www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan/eligibility or contact us to discuss your options before enrolling.
Will I receive a certificate?
Structured ABC courses (Cuts, Colour) include a final exam — students who pass receive a certificate of completion. One-day practice courses include a certificate of attendance on request. The VTCT NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 are nationally accredited qualifications recognised by employers across the UK.
I am based in Romford / Hornchurch / Brentwood - is Upminster far?
Not at all. Upminster is under 10 minutes by car from Hornchurch and Romford, around 15 minutes from Brentwood, and on the District Line so accessible by tube from East London. There is parking available near the salon.