Salon Training Guide March 2012

Training guide 2012

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This year’s top hair and beauty academies and courses

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hether it’s an apprenticeship or continued professional development (CPD) course, education in the hair and beauty industry is an ongoing commitment to being the best in your trade. So enrolling yourself and your team in a variety of programmes to improve their skills and introduce them to new ones is the best way to guarantee success.

That’s why this month, in this special education supplement, we’ve shone a spotlight on some of the best academies and schools the industry has to offer. So from learning the art of hair extensions to the best way to train your apprentices, we have it covered…

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THE CARLTON INSTITUTE GRAFTON INTERNATIONAL LONDON COLLEGE OF BEAUTY THERAPY CHROMOGENEX BIO SCULPTURE LUSH-US ILAH BROWS SAKS EDUCATION ACADEMY OF VOCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL TRAINING 22 HAIRDREAMS 3

Carlton Institute WHAT: One of the UK’s widest ranges of accredited fast-track beauty courses including skincare, nails, massage and holistic

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COST: £50 to £4,995 + VAT CONTACT: Tel: 01395 226 622 Beauty-training.co.uk

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WHERE: Academies based in Exmouth, Windsor, Chichester, Durham, London, Malvern, Brentwood, Cardiff, Tamworth, Derby, Stockport, Leeds, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dublin

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WHY: With over 20 years’ experience in beauty training, the Carlton Institute is a one-stop-shop to receive a host of qualifications for beginners through to advanced learners.

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HOW: Students receive training from highly skilled educators at one of the company’s academies. One of its most popular courses is its Elite Beauty Therapy NVQ, which it says is one of the fastest ways to become qualified in Beauty Therapy. Students commit three months with two days per month spent in the classroom and one day each week on a work experience placement working through modules in waxing, facials, nails, make-up, lashes and eyebrow treatments. Afterwards, the Level Two and Three NVQ course can be completed in an additional six weeks covering body massage and advanced facials.

With small classes of no more than 12, students receive highly focused and individual training. The course is also inclusive of starter kits and study guides while allowing students to gain valuable work experience placements with leading spas and salons including Champneys and Dove Spa. Moreover, 70 per cent of students are offered full time positions at their work placements.

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Grafton International WHAT: Training for beginners and advanced learners in natural nail care through to enhancements and waxing WHERE: The company has a network of dedicated academies in Newcastle, Rotherham, Liverpool, Crewe, Tamworth, Crawley, Ealing, London and St Austell. Plus it also offers nationwide training through a network of wholesalers as well as collages WHY: As the UK distributor of global brands including Nailtiques, Orly, IBD and EzFlow as well as GiGi and Clean and Easy, Grafton International offers a wide selection of training courses to suit all salon professionals.

The company prides itself on choosing talent from its courses and offering them the chance to become educators. Meanwhile, all of its trainers boast teaching qualifications and undergo exams every two years to maintain high standards.

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HOW: Delivered through a variety of programmes, Grafton International’s educators deliver comprehensive training throughout its wide portfolio. Key courses include natural nail training using Nailtiques products, which covers everything from nail anatomy and physiology through to basic manicure and pedicure techniques. Or, for artificial nails, the academies offer in-depth programmes on using IBD and EzFlow systems including gel and acrylic.

The company offers on-going support as standard and regularly holds workshops so professionals can see what’s new in the industry. Students all receive branded certificates and training manuals on complete of each course and the education team is always at the end of a phone if their expertise is needed.

COST: Prices range from £FOC to £500 while the company also offers monthly offers, which can be found on its website.

CONTACT: Tel: 01827 253 302 Graftons.co.uk

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London College of Beauty Therapy WHAT: Full qualifications in beauty therapy and retail as well as an extensive range of CPD courses for qualified professionals WHERE: Central London WHY: London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT) is the UK’s largest specialist further education beauty college with a reputation for excellence. It aims to create careers not courses and as such, it works with the beauty industry to develop programmes that are relevant to employers’ needs.

LCBT runs courses continuously throughout the year so learners can get qualified and start working as soon as possible. Moreover, with an extensive events and enrichment programme, LCBT is able to offer extracurricular opportunities for all its learners as well as a dedicated job shop which offers a free recruitment service.

HOW: Offered at its Central London centre, LCBT’s courses for qualified therapists include

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its fully funded Beauty Retail Diplomas (also delivered as an apprenticeship where some employees may be able to recieve up to £1,500), which help drive up sales and retail skills within salon environments. Its most popular CPD courses include Threading and Lash Extensions and the college offers monthly enrolments so employers do not have to wait to be able to offer these popular treatments.

COST: CPD courses begin at £150 (and are free of charge in some cases) while many other programmes are government funded CONTACT: Tel: 0207 208 1300 Lcbt.co.uk

Chromogenex WHAT: Laser lipolysis training WHERE: The West London Dermatology Centre, London, W4 WHY: As one of the fastest rising advanced beauty treatments on the market, laser lipolysis offers clients a non-invasive alternative to liposuction. The pain-free treatment involves sending electrical currents through the skin via a hi-tech machine to break down the fat, which is then excreted from the body as liquid.

Chromogenex has developed lasers for 25 years and sold over 5,000 systems globally making it a frontrunner in today’s market.

HOW: The one-day training programme covers all aspects of the Chromogenex i-Lipo

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system including how to use and get the most out of the machine. While it’s generally for the salons that have purchased the company’s system, the training is also open to anyone wanting to take extra training in laser lipolysis.

On successful completion of the course and a exam, attendees receive an i-Lipo certificate.

COST: £750 CONTACT: Tel: 01554 755 444 Chromogenex.com

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Bio Sculpture Gel WHAT: Manicure, pedicure and gel training using soak-off gel enhancements WHERE: Nationwide with training centres in a variety of locations including St Albans, Fleet, Norwich, Leicester, Somerset, Cardiff, Cheshire, Aberdeen and West Yorkshire WHY: As the original long lasting gel-polish brand, Bio Sculpture offers a range of courses using its system. Its courses range from starter programmes for beginners through to advanced training for experienced nail techs.

HOW: Bio Sculpture’s hero gel training course covers all aspects of the system from preparation through

to removal – giving attendees all the knowledge they need to get the most out of the service.

More recently the company now offers the new Concise Starter Kit, which includes a one-day training course, giving aspiring gel techs a quicker and cheaper entry to using its highly popular system.

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Lush-Us UK Ltd WHAT: A range of hair extensions courses in a variety of bonding methods including micro-ring and fusion WHERE: Nationwide with training venues in Glasgow, Birmingham, Hull, Swansea, Bournemouth, Essex, Hertford, Bristol, Manchester as well as in the company’s purpose built training academy in East Yorkshire. In-salon training is also available.

WHY: Ideal for salons wanting to add or enhance hair extension services, Lush-Us is the only VTCT-approved hair extensions training provider in the UK while its courses are also Habia and CPD approved. Its programmes offer the highest level of training available and students benefit from online theory, tutorials and assessments both before and after training.

Meanwhile, training is carried out on live models and there’s also a cutting course specific for extensions.

HOW: Each programme is specifically written with the method being taught in mind, while training is delivered by vastly experienced tutors that hold up to date teaching qualifications such as City and Guilds and/or NVQ Verifying qualifications. The company boasts a unique dedicated training team to ensure all aspects of every student’s training experience are flawless.

All programmes include a full intensive practical day with on-going support in systems including pre-bonded, micro rings, shrink tubes, copper tubes, micro weft and fusion bonded.

All students receive a full professional kit, manual, certification, marketing advice and materials to enhance the salon’s new service.

COST: From £99 – £700 + VAT (group training £480) CONTACT: Tel: 0844 840 5874 (option 3 training) Training@lush-us.co.uk

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Lush-Us UK Hair Training Academy The UK’s Leading Hair Extension Training Provider Delivering training throughout the UK, in your own salon and NOW in our purpose built Training Academy in East Yorkshire.

Exclusive E-learning to support all trainees on their chosen courses.

Specialist training available in Micro ring, Prebonded, Fusion, Shrink Tube & Micro weft application.

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ILAH Brows WHAT: Threading for the eyebrows as well as finishing using semipermanent mineral powers WHERE: On-site training available nationwide WHY: A key trend for the beauty industry, eyebrow grooming is coming into its own as a sought after service for salons. And having been launched by award winning beauty artist Tahira Wells, Ilah Brows offers everything therapists need to offer this new celebrity inspired service.

HOW: The brand’s network of trainers visit salons personally to teach hair and beauty professionals how to offer the Ilah Brows system. Quick and easy to learn, the course entails artistic threading techniques used alongside stencil guides so attendees can deliver desirable natural brow shapes to their clients. Ilah Brows also offers certificates and ongoing support, which includes free additional on-site training sessions every quarter.

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Saks Education WHAT: Government funded and approved hair and beauty apprenticeships as well as advanced programmes for qualified salon professionals WHERE: On-site WHY: Saks Education is a government funded and approved training provider and offers top quality training and assessment within the workplace. As one of the very few training providers to operate in this way, it has received all grade ones at inspection and Beacon Status for offering outstanding training.

The company offers standout resources and support for learners and employers ranging from online podcasts and e-portfolios as well as the regular visits from its education team.

Saks offers a real alternative to going to a traditional college to train to become a hairdresser, barber or beauty therapist.

Its learners receive top quality training and assessment in the workplace while earning a wage and learning what the industry and job is really about.

Learners are provided with everything they need to complete their course as well as access to a 24-hour hotline. Functional skills and key skills in core subjects such as maths, English and IT are a must and learners receive all the support they require to ensure they pass.

All learners also receive a full set of certificates on completion and are encouraged to enter the prestigious Saks Awards and to progress to higher qualifications.

HOW: All of Saks’ apprenticeship training is delivered within the workplace. The Saks Education team visits the learner on a regular 18

basis at the salon to support, monitor, assess and teach what they need to achieve the full apprenticeship framework.

As well as supporting its learners, Saks Education also works with employers offering guidance on finding their ideal apprentices.

Meanwhile, all parties are given full support on all aspects of the learner’s journey.

CONTACT: Tel: 01325 341 605 Sakseducation.co.uk

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Academy of Vocational and Professional Training WHAT: Hair extensions, hair replacements, eyebrow threading, eyelash tinting, henna, Asian bridal make-up as well as hair cutting and colouring WHERE: Nationwide with academies in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London and Norfolk WHY: Offering a wide range of courses for hair and beauty professionals, the Academy of Vocational and Professional Training is globally accredited so its certificates are recognised around the world. It also offers over 100 courses in subjects such as customer relations and business etiquette that can be completed online.

HOW: The Academy’s top course trains students how to become hair extensions trainers and carries a global certification. The one-week residential course also includes four additional observation days and allows the candidate to train students to a professional standard.

On completion of its courses students receive a number of benefits including a certified globally recognised certificate, colour portfolio, entry into the consultants’ directory, on-going telephone support and stock at trade prices and discount to other courses.

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COST: From £350 to £5,500 CONTACT: Tel: 0203 551 2621 training@academy-of-vocational-andprofessional-training.org

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Hairdreams WHAT: Five different types of hair extensions training WHERE: Hairdreams offers in-salon training throughout the UK in addition to calendar training events, which take place in London WHY: Hairdreams’ systems are proven to be some of the fastest and most accurate methods of extension application available.

Attendees also work on live models throughout the course to ensure competence in their work. During the live application, real-world questions arise and are answered on the spot allowing trainees to understand aspects of the application on a situational basis. Information is also shared among attendees so that each trainee can learn from one another. The company also provides training in marketing strategy and in-salon sales technique as part of every course as standard. The company prides itself on offering high quality human hair extensions. Its pre-bonded strands are hand sorted to guarantee that only hair of finest quality, natural colour and health is used.

HOW: Salon professionals can choose from five courses to suit their needs including two-day courses in the company’s High-Speed Selector

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system and Laserbeamer XP systems or a one-day workshop covering Volume+ Solutions for Thinning Hair. There is also an option to have Hairdreams’ trainers visit the salon to offer the courses on-site. On completion of the course, students receive certificates while the company’s annual Hairdreams Style Book and marketing materials are always provided free of charge. Attendees are also offered on-going training for themselves and their staff at no extra cost.

COST: £35 for the Look and Learn basic information workshop or £2,400 for full system and training which includes everything needed to offer Hairdreams extensions CONTACT: Tel: 0750 3902 697 Hairdreams.com

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