How to Become a Beauty Educator and Start Your Own Training Academy
Are you a hair or beauty professional looking to take the next step in your career? Have you ever wondered, "How can I start my own beauty training academy?" If so, you’re not alone. Many solo beauty professionals are seeking ways to expand their careers beyond client appointments—and teaching is a rewarding way to do just that. But how do you make the leap from a beauty technician to a fully qualified educator?
Meet Tanya, a solo hairdresser and nail technician who made the transition from running a successful beauty business to launching her own training academy with the help of The Big Teacher’s Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET L3). Here’s her story and how you can follow in her footsteps.

From Solo Technician to Beauty Educator: Tanya’s Journey
"Hi, I’m Tanya, and I’m a solo hairdresser and nail tech. I’ve been in the beauty industry for years, but I wanted to expand my career beyond just providing services. I’ve always wanted to be in a position to teach others and help solo beauty professionals grow their businesses. That’s why I decided to take the next step and complete my Level 3 AET course with The Big Teacher.
Managing a full-time business while balancing family life meant that I needed a flexible way to study. The Big Teacher’s course was perfect for me because it had clear, manageable learning units, allowing me to study whenever it suited my schedule. The tutors were incredibly supportive, offering quick feedback and guidance whenever I needed help.
Thanks to this course, I now have the confidence and qualifications to train other hair and beauty technicians, helping them build their own businesses and succeed in this industry. I highly recommend anyone thinking about taking this step to go for it—becoming an educator has been an incredibly rewarding experience!"
How You Can Become a Beauty Educator Too
If Tanya’s journey inspires you, here’s how you can also become a beauty trainer and start your own academy:
✔️ Complete an Accredited Course: The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) is an Ofqual-accredited qualification that is the first step to becoming a beauty educator. It’s recognised by professional bodies and allows you to start training others legally.
✔️ Choose a Flexible Learning Option: At The Big Teacher, our courses are delivered online, giving you the flexibility to study around your work and family commitments like Tanya did.
✔️ Get Support from Expert Tutors: Our experienced tutors offer quick feedback and guidance throughout the course, ensuring you’re fully equipped to teach others in your industry.
✔️ Increase Your Earning Potential: By becoming a trainer, you open new doors for financial stability and career growth. Tanya says, "I have become more financially stable by completing the course due to the opportunities teaching has given me. The benefit of a tutor giving feedback and the flexibility to study at my own pace made the whole experience manageable."
✔️ Expand Your Business: Many beauty professionals, like Tanya, dream of opening their own training academy but don’t know where to start. The Big Teacher’s courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and credentials you need to run accredited training courses, teach students, and grow your income.
Ready to Become a Beauty Educator?
If you’re a solo beauty professional looking to turn your skills into a profitable training business, the Level 3 AET is the perfect place to start. It’s Ofqual-accredited, fully online, and offers the flexibility to fit around your busy schedule—just like it did for Tanya.
🔗 Enrol today and take the first step toward opening your own training academy!
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