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Self employed survival guide for the hair and beauty professional

Creating a second stream of income can not only secure your days off but be a reliable source on days like today- a snow day. Read my self employed survival guide to find out ways to add extra income. I … Continue reading

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What is the EQA?

You may have read my previous blog on the IQA process but another term you may have heard of it is the EQA. EQA process: This is a very similar process, but an external verifier comes into the centre to … Continue reading

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What is a IQA?

Have you ever heard of your teacher mention of an IQA? Your tutor could mention you are going to be IQA’d, Or the IQA is going to visit or perhaps your work will be invigilated.  However, you may come across … Continue reading

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Creating a Scheme of Work

Planning your own courses can sometimes be mind-boggling to put pen to paper. But your AET (Award in Education) would’ve taught you the two main documents that you need for all your training courses are; lesson plans and a scheme … Continue reading

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If you want to stand out from your competitors… read this….

Do you have a diploma and want to upgrade your skills? 2021 Will be revolutionary for the hair and beauty industry. It has seen so many people leave the industry, but also how many people have enrolled onto courses has … Continue reading

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The New Year is a time for a new career

As we enter 2021, were hoping for a much better year! January is always quite a busy month with training courses starting but due to 2020s lock downs we have some courses over run and our students are on their … Continue reading

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Back open and busy- life after the coronavirus

After months off of work were back open and the beauty business is booming! It was a strain on our businesses, finances and our minds but now were open we can concentrate on getting our clients back though the door … Continue reading

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How to launch your new Beauty Business

Now that your qualified, your fully equipped to launch your new beauty business. You have your kit, uniform, qualifications, spare time and now your ready to get those customers in. Here are a few low cost ways to launch your … Continue reading

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Top Tips for written exams – VTCT quals

VTCT Training In our two types of courses, Diplomas and VTCT qualifications (see what to choose here) there will be a final exam of some form. It can either be practical or written, sometimes both. This ensures the learner can … Continue reading

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What qualifications should I choose?

Entering the Hair or Beauty industry can be quite daunting. Along with passion and skill, ensuring we are equipped with the right information and following the correct procedures should be at the top of our list. When starting out in … Continue reading

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