Seconde Pro Métiers de la Coiffure & Esthétique.

Hairdressing & Beauty — vocational pathway (pre-Baccalaureate year)

The Seconde Pro Métiers de la Coiffure & Esthétique is a secondary-level vocational qualification preparing students for careers in the Hairdressing & Beauty sector. The programme is delivered at Enerlab Academy in Asnières-sur-Seine, 15 minutes from central Paris.

LevelSeconde

Duration1 year

FormatWork-study · Initial

Volume800 h

RecognitionRNCP title

Programme overview

Over one year, through work-study (apprenticeship or professionalisation contract) or initial training, the curriculum combines lectures, hands-on workshops, and in-company placements/projects. Work-study arrangements are fully funded by the employer (OPCO), with a minimum statutory monthly salary guaranteed.

Upon completion, graduates enter the job market quickly thanks to Enerlab Academy's network of over 500 partner companies in the Île-de-France region, or go on to pursue higher education.

Programme objectives

Goals of the programme:

Discover the range of hairdressing and beauty careers
Acquire the technical foundations of beauty treatments
Develop creativity and artistic sensibility
Learn hygiene and safety standards
Prepare for progression to a CAP or Bac Pro qualification

Admission & prerequisites

Required prerequisites and selection procedure:

After completing Year 10 (classe de 3ème)
Genuine interest in the beauty industry
Strong people skills and creativity
Attention to personal hygiene and presentation
Admission by application and motivational interview

Detailed programme

Detailed teaching content:

Module	Year 1	Year 2	Coef.
Coiffure fondamentale	Français Mathématiques Arts appliqués	Techniques de shampooing Soins du cheveu Coupes basiques Coiffage et brushing	—
Esthétique de base	Sciences Prévention-Santé-Environnement	Soins du visage Maquillage jour Soins des mains Épilation basique	—
Hygiène et sécurité	Biologie Chimie	Règles d'hygiène Stérilisation du matériel Produits et cosmétiques Allergies et contre-indications	—
Relation client et vente	Langue vivante Histoire-Géographie	Accueil et conseil client Techniques de vente Fidélisation Gestion des rendez-vous	—

Skills acquired

Operational skills developed:

Career outcomes

Direct access to qualified positions on the market.

Progression to CAP/Bac Pro Coiffure or Esthétique Apprentice Hairdresser / Beautician Assistant in a Beauty Salon Sales Assistant in a Perfumery Reception Agent in a Spa

Salaries & sectors

Average gross annual salary

Junior (0–2 years)

19 000 – 22 000 € / year

Experienced (3–5 years)

22 000 – 26 000 € / year

Senior (5+ years)

28 000 – 35 000 € / year

Sources: APEC, France Travail, INSEE 2024 — gross annual salaries in Île-de-France.

Hiring sectors

Hair salons (chains & independent)

Beauty institutes & spas

Esthetic care centers

Makeup studios (wedding, fashion, film)

Luxury hospitality (hotel spas)

Cosmetics brands (L'Oréal, Yves Rocher, Sephora)

Cosmetics retail (advice)

Self-employed / Freelance

Sessions 2026-2027

Fall intake

September 2026 start

Applications until 30 Sept 2026 · late entry until 30 Nov 2026

Winter intake

18 January 2027 start

Enrolments until 31 Jan 2027 (or until seats fill) · late entry until 28 Feb 2027

Seconde Pro Métiers de la Coiffure & Esthétique.