Recruiting and developing skilled beauty professionals can be challenging – that’s where we come in. Through the Armonia Training Academy, you can grow your own talent pipeline with minimal cost and disruption. Each apprentice trains in your treatment brands and partner products, gaining a government-approved qualification while spending 80% of their time learning on the job. We’ll guide you through every stage, from enrolment to funding support, helping you build a confident, capable team ready to make a lasting impact.
Apprenticeships bring real value to your business – helping you attract, train and retain talented therapists and sector professionals while boosting performance and client satisfaction.
We help salon and spa operators strengthen their business from the inside out. With around 85 treatment options and partnerships with leading skin, nail and make-up brands, we ensure every learner develops the knowledge, skills, confidence and professionalism to succeed.
A strong succession pipeline means increased treatment capacity, higher retention and reduced recruitment costs. Research shows that over 80% of apprentices remain in industry employment, with 64% continuing with the same employer once qualified – a clear return on investment.
Apprenticeships are also highly cost-effective. In England, up to 95% of training costs are government-funded, and you can use levy funding or access enhancement payments (eligibility criteria apply).
We’ll support you every step – from advertising roles through the National Apprenticeship Service to shortlisting and interview support.
Beyond technical skills, apprenticeships build commitment and loyalty. Graduates become confident, operator-ready therapists and sector professionals who understand your business inside out, combining excellence with empathy and emotional intelligence.
Benefits to your business include:
We offer a range of government-approved beauty and wellness apprenticeships designed to support your business goals. Each programme builds confident, capable therapists who are trained in your treatments, culture and client standards.
Develop essential skills in facial treatments, waxing, lashes, brows, manicures, pedicures and basic massage. This qualification prepares learners for entry-level roles across salons, spas and beauty environments.
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Build on Level 2 skills with advanced facial and body techniques, electrotherapy and personalised treatment planning. Ideal for learners progressing into specialist, senior or spa-based beauty roles.
Prerequisite requirement:
Beauty Therapist Apprenticeship Standard Level 2
(including provide body massage)
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Focus on holistic wellbeing through massage, aromatherapy, stress-management techniques, thermal and cryotherapy, and treatments for clients with life-limiting or changing conditions, including oncology-informed practice.
A progression route for qualified therapists wanting to develop advanced skin rejuvenation knowledge. Covers evidence-based procedures aligned to emerging UK standards and the safe practice expectations of the aesthetics sector.
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Most apprenticeship costs are government-funded – typically up to 95%. You can also use levy funding if eligible, helping you train new talent with minimal financial commitment.
We’ll help you every step of the way – from advertising vacancies through the National Apprenticeship Service to screening candidates and arranging interviews with the right learners for your salon.
Apprentices spend 80% of their time in your salon, learning hands-on skills, and 20% off the job in structured training sessions to complete their qualification and build professional confidence.
You’ll provide day-to-day support and mentoring for your apprentice, while we manage their learning, assessments and welfare – ensuring they’re guided, motivated, and ready to succeed.
We know taking on an apprentice can raise a few questions.
Here you’ll find clear answers about funding, recruitment and training – giving you confidence that your investment will deliver lasting results for your business.
