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<p>The decision to no longer introduce a combined T Level in Hairdressing, Barbering
and Beauty Therapy was taken following discussions with employers and representatives
of the hair and beauty sector. The feedback the department has had from the hair sector
representatives has led the department to the conclusion that the best route is for
learners to progress into their industry through completion of an existing level 2
or level 3 apprenticeship or a level 2 classroom-based qualification.</p><p>The beauty
sector has fed back that a good quality level 3 classroom-based progression route
is desirable. Therefore, the department has decided to explore introducing a T Level
which focuses on the beauty sector, with the expectation that this could be introduced
after 2025. The department will update stakeholders in due course following scoping
work and engagement with the beauty sector and T Level providers.</p><p>Payment of
the development charge made to the Awarding Organisation to date is £450,990 (excluding
VAT). This is for the development of the originally scoped Hairdressing, Barbering
and Beauty Therapy T Level. The department anticipates that a substantial proportion
of that content will remain relevant in any future T Level focussed on beauty.</p>
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