A new national scheme to train Bahrainis as barbers and hairdressers has been launched.
The project is spearheaded by the Noaim Charity Society in association with the Labour and Social Development Ministry, in co-ordination with Tamkeen.
It would see Bahrainis licensed to open shops, or work in hospitals and homes for the elderly or people with disabilities.
The scheme has been nominated as frontrunner to receive the ministry’s top innovative schemes award, which entitles the society for cash support to develop the scheme.
“Initially, we were looking to test the scheme in our area – Noaim and nearby Burhama – but due to an enthusiastic response we decided to expand it to a national level,” society board of trustees chairman Hameed Rahma told the GDN yesterday.
“Every 10 Bahrainis who register will have their names sent to the ministry, and trained in batches.
“Those who complete the training successfully will be eligible for cash support and would also get equipment paid for by Tamkeen.”
The successful candidates will have the option of opening shops individually or as a company, or they can practise the profession on a freelance basis.
“In either case they will be registered under the Industry, Commerce and Tourism Ministry and the Health Ministry.”
Mr Rahma, who just retired as Industry, Commerce and Tourism Ministry assistant under-secretary, said the business had a huge potential for Bahrainis.
“Pay is good as the service is always in demand; Bahrainis could become the first choice for the profession in future.
“Should we win the best innovative scheme award, the cash will be used to promote, develop and enhance the skills.”
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