HAIR AND 1 BEAUTYTMC.AC.UK/HAIR-BEAUTY EACH DAY IS AN It’s a fact, when we look good it helps us to feel good. So, it’s no surprise that Hair and Beauty is a global, multi-billion-pound industry and here at The Manchester College we offer you a OCCASION TO huge range of tools to become part of this exciting enterprise. Hair and Beauty continues to be one of the fastest growing REINVENT OURSELVES. industries as it constantly evolves; social media influencers and brand ambassadors encourage us to experiment with Ralph Lauren design techniques, styles and treatments to help us create a transformation. And it’s no longer a girl’s only playground. The men’s grooming market is booming, and the art of barbering has been revitalised in recent years as more men We are proud of our strong links with big brands such as appreciate and take pride in their appearance. But it goes Wella and Eve Taylor meaning you’ll benefit from content and further than simply following a ‘trend’ – it takes skill to create courses delivered with their industry input. You’ll learn from it and that’s where you can play your part. our exceptional team of passionate professionals who have a wealth of national and international experience working in If you are looking for a future where you have the opportunity barbers, hairdressers, beauty salons, spas and health clubs to learn how to express your creative flair, channel your and continue to work within the industry ensuring that your communication skills and meet and work with a variety of knowledge is relevant and cutting edge. fascinating people in an industry as diverse and colourful as the products you’ll use, then we have the specialism and Our Centre of Excellence for Hair and Beauty offers the training you need. opportunity for you to work in prominent salons and studios in the area, helping to build your confidence and skills and Whatever the goal, becoming a barber, beauty therapist, hair when you’re ready you have the chance to work with paying dresser or nail technician, running your own salon or using clients in our Studios of Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy. your new transferable skills to help you travel the world, we’ve got a huge range of Hair and Beauty courses to help you learn It’s a fact, if you have a passion for what you’re doing, then you all the essential skills you’ll need to start your journey. are far more likely to succeed. If reading this has made you feel excited and passionate about what your future could be, You’ll train in one our professional, fully stocked salons then explore the fantastic range of Hair and Beauty courses offering all the current tools you’d find in a commercial we offer here at The Manchester College and discover if hair environment. and beauty could be the medium for your artistry, creative ABOUT freedom and future success. 2 3 We believe that when you’re proud of something you need to shout about it and that’s how we feel about our Centre of Excellence for Hair and Beauty. If you’re 16-18, it’s here where your journey begins. Working together to achieve your goals, our Centre of Excellence will provide you with the knowledge, skills, experience and employability to start to shape your future and take the first steps into this fresh and exciting environment. If you’re hungry for more then it’s also the perfect platform to progress onto our Industry Excellence Academy for Theatrical and Media Make-up or even onto degree level study with our higher education partner UCEN Manchester. Let’s begin… STUDY PROGRAMME You’ll join our Centre of Excellence when you enrol on any of our courses – whether you’re studying at Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3. You will need a minimum of a Grade 4 GCSE in English or Maths – but don’t worry if you haven’t achieved this. We will support you to attain this qualification by additional study alongside your course at the Centre of Excellence. EMPLOYABILITY We believe that it’s important for you to get a feel for what your future may look like, to explore the opportunities our courses can lead to and understand the true potential of your career path. To do this you will be benefit from the following activities: EMPLOYABILITY SESSIONS WORK EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT We want you to thrive in the workplace not just survive. Gaining hands-on experience in a ‘real-time’ professional, Working with your Employability Tutor you will take commercial environment is hugely valuable. You’ll get the part in dedicated ‘employability’ sessions ensuring you chance to spend at least 35 hours working within a local, are well equipped with the skills, knowledge and personal prominent, business such as a salon, studio, make-up store development to enter and enjoy the working world. or on shoots and events, where you’ll assist with day-to- day tasks and shadow staff as you continue to learn and develop your work-related skills, confidence and broaden WORK RELATED ACTIVITY your knowledge. Experience is priceless and we encourage this to be varied and challenging to help expand your understanding of the industry and enhance your employability by taking part in INDUSTRY PLACEMENT activities such as: Offering the opportunity of more than 315 hours of in- depth learning and hands on experience from a leading • Work with our Creative and Digital Media and industry employer, many of our students have been lucky Performing Arts department supporting with Hair and enough to grasp the chance to learn from the best and CENTRE Beauty on working sets and productions. some have gone on to secure a role within the organisation. • Enter regional and national Hair and Beauty competitions You too may have the opportunity to apply for an Industry • Attend Pampering and Make-up events and sessions Placement where you can expand your talent, explore career paths and enhance your employability through this OF EXCELLENCE • Take part in Hair and Beauty masterclasses delivered by additional experience whilst growing your own industry leading brands network and contacts. We are keen to support you and FOR HAIR AND BEAUTY • Listen to guest speakers from the industry will set you up with an Industry Placement Mentor and 4 • Be part of trips and visits to brand leaders and events 5provide financial help for travel and meals. such as London Fashion Week Whether you’re leaving school and want to start your journey in our Centre of Excellence or you’re an adult looking to change careers, we have a range of Hair and Beauty courses available from Entry Level to Level 3. PROGRAMMES OF STUDY 6 7 PROGRAMMES OF STUDY LEVEL 1 ENTRY LEVEL BARBERING 16-18 | ADULT | HARPURHEY | NORTHENDEN HAIR AND BEAUTY 19 - 22 WEEKS Barbering is booming. And this course is an excellent SKILLS first block to building your future profession. Technically 16-18 | HARPURHEY | NORTHENDEN | 8 WEEKS you’ll focus on basic barbering and men’s grooming skills and personally you will develop your confidence and The perfect introduction, ideal if you are looking for an initial communication skills. You’ll get a chance to put to those new insight into working in the Hair and Beauty industry. You skills to the test by assisting in a Barber Shop. will learn about assisting in a salon, working as part of a team whilst building your confidence in readiness for your next steps, in which you’ll be fully supported whether it’s further LEVEL 2 learning or preparing for employment. BEAUTY THERAPY LEVEL 1 16 -18 | HARPURHEY | NORTHENDEN | ONE YEAR This Level 2 Technical Diploma is the ideal for anyone with HAIRDRESSING a passion for all things beauty and a desire to learn more about the skills and techniques you’ll need to be successful WITH ESOL in this ever-growing environment. You’ll focus on a range of 19+ | HARPURHEY | 14 WEEKS different beauty therapy treatments, understand their benefits and how you can enhance a client’s physical appearance A highly practical course, this Level 1 Diploma will provide through practical application on all areas of the body. you with a hands-on introduction to a wide range of hairdressing skills. It will give you an understanding of relevant techniques, introduce you to the tools of your trade LEVEL 2 and start to build your confidence and creativity as you lay the foundations for further study. HAIRDRESSING LEVEL 1 19+ | HARPURHEY | NORTHENDEN | ONE YEAR This technical qualification is creative, challenging, fun and very practical, perfect if you’re passionate about hair in HAIR AND BEAUTY a world where styles are constantly changing. You will be encouraged to explore your inner artist as we work with you SKILLS to achieve the skills, techniques and knowledge required to work in this stylish profession. 19+ | NORTHENDEN | 14 WEEKS Welcome to the world of Hair and Beauty. Level 1 introduces you to the industry and focuses on several core areas such LEVEL 2 as the beauty of make-up and nail art application, basic manicure and pedicure treatments and plaiting and twisting NAIL TECHNOLOGY hair. You will learn about the importance of professional image and our Studio of Hairdressing and Beauty will give 16-18/19+ | HARPURHEY/NORTHENDEN | ONE YEAR you the opportunity to learn and perform salon reception Take the first step to a career in nail artistry and nail treatments duties. with our Level 2 qualification.