Are you happy with the qualifications available?

If not, this is your opportunity to influence the development of the content and structure of all Hair and Beauty Qualifications that will be delivered in the future.

Habia, jointly with the Awarding Organisation Forum, are completing a review of all Qualifications within the Hair and Beauty Sector.

The Awarding Organisation Forum for the Hair and Beauty Sector is recognised by Habia and the regulators as the central group for the development of accredited qualifications. The seven Awarding Organisations, formally recognised as part of the Awarding Organisation Forum for the Hair and Beauty Sector, are listed below:

1. CIBTAC
2. City & Guilds
3. Edexcel, part of the Pearson Education Ltd
4. EDI
5. ITEC
6. SQA
7. VTCT

This is your opportunity to comment on all current qualifications available , both NVQ and VRQs.

The questionnaire has been developed to enable centre managers to allocate specific industry qualification feedback to individual departments.

You can complete the questionnaire as many times as required, the feedback is requested per industry, level and individual unit – thus allowing delivery centres to focus on specific areas of a qualification.

http://www.habia.org/aosurvey/login.php

If you’re thinking of taking up a career in beauty as a therapist and want to be amongst the elite then you should be looking to undertake a CIDESCO course. 

Not only is CIDESCO the one qualification that is recognised by the majority of countries throughout the world, it is also the most in-depth course available. The CIDESCO course is recommended to A level graduates as the curriculum in anatomy and physiology is demanding. 

At the London School of Beauty & Make-up we offer both, the full range of education in Aesthetics and Body treatments, as well as including within the curriculum additional subjects such as Indian head massage, hot stone therapy, Aromatherapy, Reflexology and laser hair removal and skin rejuvenation. 

All students will be given the opportunity during their course to work on outside clients in our new exciting spa and salon. This is situated on the ground and lower floors of the state-of-the-art building right in the heart of The City of London. There are ten fully equipped treatment rooms situated within a relaxing ambiance plus a fully operational spa and bath house offering sauna and steam rooms plus wet treatments such as hydrotherapy and mud baths.

Please follow the link below to watch the CIDESCO promotional video and find out more about the course content, available dates and prices. 

http://www.lond-est.com/course_view.asp?pageid=36

Telephone: 020 7636 1893

In response to a growing demand from Beauty Finder members, we have launched Hair and Beauty Models.

Models are in high demand for hair and beauty courses with students in some cases needing to bring a model or the training school requiring to organise. This also applies to stylists, hair and beauty professionals who are training students and a number of companies need at very short notice.

A new Facebook page has been setup, which allows hair and beauty professionals and colleges to post model assignments in the short term and this will be extended on Beauty Finder to allow Beauty Finder members to post model assignments for courses and in their salons.

The benefits are that models will get a treatment carried out at no cost, in most cases and if you have an interest in the hair and beauty industry it will be a great opportunity to get some experience in the industry.

You can list your model assignments by visiting our Facebook page and posting your assignments or following page updates if you are interested in becoming a hair and beauty model.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hair-and-Beauty-Models/350784291613807

One of the most comprehensive reviews of qualifications ever undertaken is to be conducted by Habia and its Awarding Organisation Forum. 

The review will take the form of a questionnaire allowing hair and beauty training providers delivering hair and beauty qualifications across the whole of the UK to comment on every individual level and unit of NVQs, SVQs and VRQs. The results will be used to inform the development of the content and structure of all hair and beauty qualifications in the future. 

The Awarding Organisation Forum represents all the awarding bodies that currently operate in the hair and beauty sector, and includes CIBTAC, City & Guilds, EDI, Edexcel, ITEC, SQA and VTCT. 

This is the first time Awarding Organisations have collaboratively worked together to identify potential issues or areas of good practice on all the qualifications currently available. Alan Goldsbro, Habia CEO, said, “By working together, Habia and the Awarding Organisations can ensure that future qualifications genuinely meet the needs of learners. It’s important therefore that training providers take part in this review and let us know their opinions.”

The questionnaire is available on the Habia website and on each of the Awarding Organisation websites. Training providers are not expected to complete the entire questionnaire, only the parts relevant to them.

  www.habia.org/aosurvey

Have a go at beauty – it might lead to an exciting career!

London College of Beauty Therapy is inviting young people from the Capital and Home Counties to have a go at beauty – as part of WorldSkills London 2011 initiative to create 1 millions Have a Go opportunities across theUK. Taking part could even lead to a lifetime career in the fast-moving worldwide beauty industry.

The first ‘Have a Go at Beauty’ event will take place on the afternoon of Thursday September 29 (12- 5pm) at London College of Beauty Therapy, 47 Great Marlborough Street, London W1, 5 minutes from Oxford Circus.

Young people aged 14+ will be provided with fun and instructive introductions to a range of hand treatments, nail art and even retail window dressing – a fantastic opportunity for those with an interest in visual merchandising or a career in the retail industry. 

The day will also provide the chance to meet with beauty experts to speak about training and the wide range of career options available within the industry in the UKand overseas.

 The initiative is part of the London College of Beauty Therapy’s involvement with World Skills London, which takes place at the ExCeL exhibition centre between the 5th and 8th of October, 2011.

 Two further ‘Have a Go’ days will take place on October 5^th 2011 and on January 20^th 2012.

 Spaces are strictly limited and so those interested should register a time slot for individual and group bookings to attend one of the three days at their earliest opportunity -  email chalene.scott@lcbt.co.uk

Beauty Finder has launched an initiative in conjunction with our training college members to showcase the talent within beauty, make-up artist and hairdressing training schools and colleges across the UK and Ireland, with student portfolio categories setup to showcase work in the visual categories including make-up, nail art and hairdressing.

This has been setup on our Facebook page.

http://www.facebook.com/beautyfinder

All Beauty Finder schools can nominate their favourite student portfolio pictures, and send them thru and depending on quantity a number will be showcased on the Beauty Finder facebook site.

“We are delighted to offer the platform to showcase the best work from students and colleges across the UK and Ireland, and this has proved a huge hit with both college tutors and students alike, not to mention our Facebook followers”, says Michael Quinn, Owner of Beauty Finder.

You can check out our fantastic student portfolios already nominated, which are of the very highest standard and thank all those colleges and students who have already taken part.

http://www.facebook.com/beautyfinder

Model Chesney - Make-up by Natalie Willingham (Student) from The Cheshire Make-up Academy

As a reward, we will also be randomly choosing our favourite portfolio pics for the face of Beauty Finder.

If you want to find out more about this initiative or nominate your favourite student pics, contact us and showcase your college and students on Beauty Finder, the UK and Ireland’s No.1 hair and beauty website.

The latest eye treatment in the beauty industry is the application of semi-permanent mascara. 

Using a bonding agent and fibres, mascara is applied to the individual lashes creating either a natural or “glam” look to the eyes. Not everyone is suited to the semi-permanent lash extensions and this provides another option. I recently did my training with Flirties and can think of many clients that would love this.   

It can be applied to the bottom lashes providing a lovely compliment to lash extensions on the top lashes. Clients who find mascara difficult or tiresome to apply will receive a great look that will last up to two weeks and for special occasions, holidays, weddings etc, it is just perfect. It is lightweight, non- irritating and if you curl the lashes first  you can create a lovely lift and enhancement to the eyes. 

The Cottage Training Centre are now offering this treatment and training courses. “I am delighted to be offering both at my Training Centre and in my salon. I have a queue already” added Kim Sexton, school principal.  

If you want to be one of the first to offer this fabulous treatment in your salon visit my website for the new course dates or check out my timetable on Beauty Finder.http://www.beautyfinder.co.uk/cottage-training-centre-123-124-3391-listing.html 

Francesca Gould has written a new range of Beauty Therapy books and resources which are mapped to the new QCF qualifications.

These brand new resources, written for the VTCT Beauty Therapy qualifications, provide stimulating electronic content alongside eye-catching, full-colour text designs. Unrivalled tutor support and engaging print resources will save tutors time and motivate students to achieve.

The resources include books and tutor resources;

Level 1 Certificate in Beauty Therapy Course Companion

This brand new Course Companion provides learners with access to a multitude of learning activities that will assist in practicing PLTS and Functional Skills. Written by leading author Francesca Gould, this workbook style resources provides one place for learners to record their progress and practice their skills.

Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Student Book 4th Edition

This new edition has been thoroughly reviewed by VTCT and includes exclusive guidance and advice. The engaging new text-design is packed with learning features to help students embed the necessary knowledge and understanding.

• Written by leading author Francesca Gould
• Exclusively endorsed by VTCT
• Mapped to the new QCF specifications

Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Book Contents:

• G20 Ensure responsibility for actions to reduce risks to health and safety
• G4 Fulfil salon reception duties
• G8 Develop and maintain effectiveness at work
• G18 Promote additional services or products to customers Anatomy and Physiology
• B4 Provide facial skin care treatment
• B5 Enhance the appearance of eyebrows and eyelashes
• B8 and B9 Provide make-up services and Instruct clients in the use
  and application of skin care products and make-up
• B10 Enhance appearance using skin camouflage
• N2 and N3 Provide manicure services and Provide pedicure services
• B6 Carry out waxing services
• B7 Carry out Ear Piercing
• S1 Assist with spa operations

Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy VLE

This is a teacher resource for VTCT Level 2 Beauty Therapy and will be available on 30/06/2011.

These books and resources are available from Health and Beauty Books, the leading online bookstore supplying hair and beauty books and training resources to the hair and beauty industry.

Visit www.healthandbeautybooks.com for more information or call us on Tel: 07989 614382

Free Summer Beauty Courses for 16-18 Year Olds

This summer London College of Beauty Therapy are running a range of free City and Guilds short courses for students under 19 years of age.

These fun and informative Award courses are recognised by employers and only take a few days to complete; ideal for students over summer!

Young people can learn new skills such as Make-up, Nail Art and Nail Extensions to get a taste of the beauty industry or to add to existing expertise.

These free beauty courses are starting in June and will run throughout summer 2011 at LCBT (located in central London, 5 minutes from Oxford Circus) however places are limited so students are advised to book quickly.

The City and Guilds Award courses are funded by the government for 16-18 year olds and provide the ideal opportunity for young people to gain experience within the growing beauty industry. LCBT currently have over 500 vacancies registered at their JobShop and are committed to helping their students find employment after their studies. They hope that these free summer courses will help to promote the beauty indusrty as a whole and allow more young people to enter the fast paced, fun world of make-up, nails and beauty therapy.

Eileen Cavalier OBE and CEO of LCBT said: “These summer courses are a fantastic opportunity to get trained fast, LCBT has never before offered City and Guilds Award courses that can be completed this quickly so they are ideal for young people who want a taste of this fun and exciting industry”

For more information on the range of free City and Guilds Award courses available this summer at London College of Beauty Therapy visit www.lcbt.co.uk/courses/summer_beauty_courses_2011/ or email ca@lcbt.co.uk or call 020 7208 1300.