UK government to fully fund apprenticeships for small businesses
From 1 April 2024, the UK government will fully fund the cost of apprenticeship training for 16 to 21 year-olds in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Financed by a £60 million investment to enable up to 20,000 more apprenticeships, the decision follows calls by beauty industry bodies to introduce greater…
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Nail & beauty educators, here’s how to market your courses to create demand
Esteemed nail and beauty educators share their top marketing tactics to increase the demand for courses… Find your niche “Educators must figure out what their USP (unique selling point) is, so they can focus on and reap the rewards from marketing this quality. What is your key strength? What does…
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Celebrity nail artist launches 8-day educational programme in Bali
Julie Kandalec, the founder of Julie K Nail Academy, whose clients have included P!nk, Emily Blunt and Camila Cabello, has announced her first Beauty & Business Mastermind in Bali, Indonesia, 11-18 June 2024. The eight-day programme is tailored to nail artists, hair stylists, make-up artists and aestheticians seeking to enhance…
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Hair & beauty T Level cancelled in favour of beauty-specific alternative
The Department for Education (DfE) has cancelled the Hairdressing, Barbering and Beauty Therapy (HBBT) T Level. The announcement follows feedback given to the DfE from industry trade bodies. Postponed from September 2023 to September 2024 in March last year, the combined T Level has now been disbanded in favour of a…
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Marketing Made Easy with Katie Godfrey
Picture this: simplified marketing, effective hacks and a stress-free strategy to elevate your beauty business – all in a single day at a luxury location! Beauty business mentor, Katie Godfrey, will be sharing tips to grow, find balance, target dream clients and nail your content. This event is your golden…
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5 ways to increase your success as a nail pro in 2024
Stepping into 2024 provides a chance to evaluate your business to support your career growth. From goals to finances, marketing and competition hopes, Scratch explores how nail technicians can plan and prepare for the year ahead… 1. Reflect on your business & set new goals Before getting caught up in…
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Here’s what you really need in your nail tech starter kit & why you shouldn’t buy from just anywhere
There are generally two types of students I see starting out in the nail industry; those who buy everything possible, and those who are on a tight budget and buy inferior products. Sometimes, I look at the kits of my students and see that they have more stock than me!…
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Why I chose a Diploma to enhance my nail career
Seeking a deeper understanding of the nuances of education, Scratch Stars Natural Nail Specialist of the Year 2023, Lucy Price-Marshall, enrolled on a TQUK Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training in 2021, graduating this year. Lucy began her nail journey with private tuition, before enrolling at a college to…
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Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy offers PMU training with Laura Kay partnership
Gerrard International’s Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy has announced an educational partnership with Laura Kay London Academy, a renowned name in the world of permanent make-up (PMU) training. Founder of Laura Kay London clinic, professional products and academy, Laura Kay, has gained widespread recognition for her PMU expertise and 20 years…
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Studex ear & nose piercing training courses endorsed by HABIA
Manufacturer of ear and nose piercing equipment and education provider, Studex UK, has announced that it has gained training endorsement from HABIA (Hair And Beauty Industry Authority). HABIA champions high-quality education, and its endorsement means that both Studex UK‘s ear and nose piercing training programmes are aligned with the most…
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