Funding Your Course

If you’re looking beyond the funds of your course, you can also consider a government start up loan. You’ll need to meet their criteria but can be eligible for loans between £500 and £25000, which can be paid back at a rate of 6% over 1 to 5 years. Find out more here.

Have a look if there are any local business enterprises in your area that offer start up loans to new SME (small-medium) businesses. Often these business enterprises will also have mentors who can help advise and support you in your early days.

Most students looking into funding options have been successful in paying for all or part of their course with a low interest credit card.

Websites such as experian.co.uk and clearscore.com will do a credit search on you to match you to credit cards and loans.

Disabled Student Allowances can grant additional income and bursaries to those that are eligible. If you have a DSA, you can let them know that you are taking a course with us. After liaising with us for confirmation, they will assess to see what finances you can be granted to help fund your course. If you require this information, please let us know before, as we may need to provide additional support for you throughout the course for an additional cost. The DSA can help to cover this. Find out more here

The Credit Union is another form of loan. Your repayment rates (including APR) are based on your credit score.

Turn2Us is a national charity that helps advise you as to what financial help you can get - based on your individual circumstances. They can advise you on what benefits you could receive or what grants you are eligible to apply for.

If you or your partner receive JSA, Income Support or Universal Credit you could be eligible for the NEA. All you need to do is submit a business plan outlining what you want to do. Have a chat with your work coach to see if this is possible for you.

It is important to consider continuing your development after your main learning. Continuing Professional Development and building your business skills and knowledge can turn your passion into a viable, profitable business.

Having the right scissors early on in your journey is so important. This is an extension of your arm for the majority of the time that you are working. Having something that is yours, that you look after and is suitable for your ability can make a real difference to the finish on your groom. We have our own Groomarts brand of scissors, prices start at £130

It’s not just the process of the course or even further training that needs to be considered. When you enter the grooming world and try to stand on your own two feet, sometimes it can be difficult to know where to turn next.

Making the right choices and making sure your knowledge is always up to date is really important in making your business work. By joining our future support service, you can protect yourself from the pitfalls of an ever-changing market and give yourself the greatest chances of immediate success with the highest standards.