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Pathways are made up of courses focused on future careers or further education opportunities
A career in beauty could take you in many different directions, from working on cruise ships to creating special effect make-up looks on film sets, or specialising in a skill you are passionate about and being able to offer this on a freelance basis.
You will be taught by a range of knowledgeable staff who specialise in the subject you will be learning, and lecturers who have industry experience, having worked for leading skincare and nail brands and within TV and Theatre.
The beauty industry is a varied, exciting, and fast-paced place, meaning there are many different career options you can explore after completing one of our qualifications.
You could explore careers such as:
Many former students have progressed into freelance work or set up their own businesses.
We work closely with leading brands to provide industry placements and professional training for our students, some of who have progressed into employment within the company.
These brands include:
Our Beauty department boasts a range of facilities that enhance your learning, including:
T Levels are a brand new qualification designed to give you a head start toward the future you want.
They follow GCSEs and are equivalent to 3 A Levels.
The 2-year T Level qualification brings classroom and work placements together on a course designed with employers and businesses.
You’ll spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a 45-day placement to give you the skills and knowledge employers are looking for.
Your T Level will help you to step straight into your chosen career, an apprenticeship or a degree
Example: Beauticians and related occupations
Annual payAcross the UK the workforce is projected to expand by 9% over the period to 2027, adding 8,681 jobs. In the same period, 76% of the workforce is projected to retire, creating 70,840 job openings.
Beauticians and related workers give facial and body beauty treatments, apply cosmetics and dress wigs.
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Our entry requirements allow any student to apply enrol and progress in their studies with us to achieve their full potential.
You will apply for your chosen pathway and at the interview you can discuss what entry criteria you need for each level.
Once you have your GCSEs we can ensure you are enrolled on the best level for you to progress and succeed at College.
Please see our Group entry requirements
Once you apply, you will have an interview to discuss your chosen pathway
We will contact you with appropriate options for conducting your interview, either online or in person.
At your interview, we will discuss the entry requirements for each level and course. It is also your opportunity to make sure that the pathway meets your goals and ambitions.
If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:
If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:
Isabelle Brady
"I have secured a job at Champney's Eastwell Manor as a Spa Therapist. I love studying Beauty at College because it is so interesting learning about how different treatments benefit clients and their different needs for their skin."
Millie Fisher
"Since starting my work experience, I have been able to develop my skills in communication with clients. I have learned many new skills throughout my course. I believe this course has helped with my confidence and showed me what a career in industry would entail."
Chelsea Roberts
Level 3 Beauty Therapy student, Chelsea Roberts, had the opportunity to undertake industry experience with skincare brand Dermalogica through their College Partnership and Ready To Work schemes.
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Canterbury, Kent
CT1 3AJ
Telephone:
01227 811111
Email:
iag@eastkent.ac.uk
