Bectu have just launched the ‘Hair, Makeup and Prosthetics Essential Skills requirements for working with textured hair and darker skin tones’ document.  We welcome and

Join us on 6th July 2025 in the historic city of Winchester, Hampshire, for the highly anticipated Hair Pro Awards! Organised by WELOVE, this prestigious

Our team were at the Professional Beauty exhibition at Excel in London on 2-3 March. Thank you to everyone who came to visit us on the

The world’s first search engine devoted to the verification of certificates/qualifications awarded to practitioners in the beauty, aesthetics and medical sector. Increasing numbers of fraudulent

If you’re involved in training, sales or deliver demonstrations, or you’re aiming to start teaching then you may be looking to further your skills in

Welcome Emma Curd, Director and Co-owner at Matakki scissors, to her role as Habia Ambassador. Emma’s career spans almost twenty-five years as a qualified and

At Habia, we believe people with passion, working together, can change the sector for the better. We would love to welcome you as a Habia

“I’m Karen Goodman and I have the best job ever as Head of Curriculum (HoC) for Beauty, Hair, Media Make up, Sports (Esports) and Uniformed

On the back of winning Best UK Salon and Best UK Salon Team at the British Hairdressing Business Awards, Manchester-based Melissa Timperley Salons is now

Over the past few months, we have worked with a team of industry experts in Scotland to review and develop the SVQ in Beauty Therapy

Over the past few months, we have worked with a team of industry experts in Scotland to review and develop the SVQ in Nail Services

Habia joined the 7th Beauty Directors Club (BDC) Business Boot Camp, this year in Malta.  It was a great opportunity to catch up with spa directors

As part of National Apprenticeships Week, we spoke with Clare Porter (owner of The Fountain Beauty Therapy, and Apprenticeships Ambassador at Habia) to find out

After a very successful event at Pro Beauty North in Manchester last September, we are again working with Susan Routledge on the Beauty Roundup at

The WorldSkills UK National finals were held in Greater Manchester in November. It was a fantastic week. Congratulations to all the national finalists. To reach

At HABIA, we celebrate the successes of individuals in the hair and beauty industry and share their journeys with you. Meet our latest role model,

Over the past few months, we have worked with a team of industry experts to develop the draft National Occupational Standards (NOS) for a range

Habia have endorsed a course developed by Skin Professionals UK®️. They are passionate about helping skin professionals in the UK unlock their full potential. “We

Joan Scott (Habia CEO) was delighted to attend this BFI film screening with a group of Habia Members and friends (pictured in the images below)

Trafford College is hosting this year’s WorldSkills UK National Finals on 14-16th November. 8 Finalists will compete for medals over 3 days. These competitions are

At HABIA, we celebrate the successes of individuals in the hair and beauty industry and share their journeys with you. Meet our latest role model,

The Hair and Barber Council and HABIA commit to working together to champion high standards, professionalism and mandatory regulation. The Hair and Barber Council and

My interest in nails started when I was impressed by the work of some talented nail artists. I decided to pursue courses while maintaining a

We are proud to announce our endorsement of WELOVE Purple Hearts Club training programme, the education collective from the award-winning Rae Palmer. The comprehensive education

If you’re unclear about The Health & Care Act, the consultation and the future licensing of aesthetic practitioners completing non-surgical cosmetic (aesthetic) procedures, HABIA, in

Habia Membership At Habia, we honour great professionals, fantastic treatments, and amazing products. We believe people with passion, working together, can change the sector for

Sarah Louisa’s IngrownOut® Hair Specialist Course Professionally help clients who suffer with ingrown hairs and unlock your potential as an IngrownOut® Hair Specialist with Sarah

“Connecting Business and Education” Event at Professional Beauty North Habia and Susan Routledge, founder of the Beauty Directors Club, have worked together to develop a

Board Member Spotlight: Samantha Ashton What is your current role? Head of Training & Development ESPA. How did you get into the beauty industry? I

Board Member Spotlight: Beverley Higham What is your current role? Retired; Habia Board Member. I teach internationally for AHAM (Alliance of Holistic Aromatherapy Members) and

Sustainability: Using The Green Bible and Mirror Talkers in the Workplace We held a hugely informative Education Forum about sustainability yesterday. Many of our Members

Board Member Spotlight: Jacqueline O’Sullivan What is your current role? I’m a Habia board member, College Lecturer at Trafford College Group, Director of nail competitions

Salon Life 2023 The Salon Life Beauty Convention took place in Manchester earlier this month. Habia hosted a panel with Babtac and NHBF, and the

Education Forum 14th June How can you increase the sustainability of your salon and your curriculum? Our next Education Forum is all about sustainability. We

Skills Showcase At Habia, we honour great professionals, fantastic treatments, and amazing products. We believe people with passion, working together, can change the sector for

Board Member Spotlight: Joan Scott What is your current role? I’m currently CEO and Chair of the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority. I host regular

Accredited Courses – What This Really Means At Habia we implore individuals to research widely and choose very wisely when they are deciding on an

Your Questions Answered: What are National Occupational Standards? These are developed by Standard Setting Organisations (SSO) such as Habia, who consult with employers and other

April News – Habia Highlights Professional Beauty London Professional Beauty is the UK’s leading event for Salon, Spa and Nail professionals. It took place at

A challenge across the sector is the term CPD, and how this is interpreted.  Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is a long-established part of any profession,

As we flourish as an industry there are numerous courses to choose from and it can become very confusing and difficult to know which is