Glasgow Kelvin College’s MADEwithMTA Barbering Academy is celebrating after being named Best Training Academy at the SHABA Awards 2026.
The latest success marks the third time MADEwithMTA has won the award, following previous victories in 2020 and 2024, recognising the continued quality of barbering education and industry-focused training delivered by the Academy.
The SHABA Awards celebrate talent and achievement across Scotland’s hair and beauty industry, attracting entries from salons, training providers and professionals from across the country.
MADEwithMTA combines professional barbering training with practical, industry-relevant experience, helping students develop the skills, confidence and knowledge needed to progress within the sector.
The award reflects the hard work and commitment of the MADEwithMTA team and its students, as well as the strong relationships the Academy has built with Scotland’s barbering industry and the employers who support its graduates.
Winning Best Training Academy for the third time is another fantastic achievement for MADEwithMTA and Glasgow Kelvin College.
