Nicky Oliver Hairdressing

Nicky Oliver,
Celebrity Hairdresser Manchester,
City centre,
Northern Quarter,
Hairdressing,
Hair Extensions,
Hairdressing School,
Hairdressing Course,
Wonderful Hair Extensions,



Hairdressing for everyone.....what more can we say.

Where can I find a hairdressing academy to train with?

Choosing a hairdressing academy for your training entails much more than choosing one of the most well-known academies and passing the course. There are academies in most of the major cities, the question is, do they offer the specific training you need, and will your qualification from the academy be enough to get you into the jobs you ultimately want?

Before starting your research, there are some questions you need to have the answers to, so that when you are searching through the numerous hairdressing academies, you can quickly create a shortlist of the ones that are suitable for you:

1. What are legal requirements for working as a hairdresser in the area where you want to work?

2. Is there anything you want to specialise in e.g. cutting, perming etc? if so, you need to choose a course that includes additional training in that area. If you are not unsure what you want to focus on, or you just want to take a general training course, choose a good multi-disciplinary program as you can get advanced training in specific skills at a later date.

3. Are you prepared to re-locate, and if so, where to? Make a list of your preferred areas and search for academies in the towns and cities closest to them first.

4. How much are you prepared to spend on your training? The price of training courses can vary a lot, so if you have a maximum price you are willing, or able, to pay it is another good way of narrowing down your choices.

Once you have your hairdressing academy shortlist, you can start drilling down even further. You might have two or three that all seem very good, and it is hard for you to choose between them. A good academy will be happy to answer any questions you have about the training, and talking to someone on the phone or in person will allow you to ask if they have any job placement schemes, or ask about the size of the classes. Smaller classes will ensure a more personalised experience and more time for the trainers to dedicate to you.

Getting personal recommendations about a course is also a good idea, because you can talk to past students about the teaching methods, the quality of the training, and the success achieved thanks to the course. The next best thing is to look for testimonials on the website. If there are a lot of positive testimonials shown, they usually give a good indication of the style of teaching, the intensity and the result students get from the training. Often, a course is successful because the trainers are motivational and inspire their students, not just because of the techniques that are taught.

Whether you are a complete beginner starting on the hairdressing career path, or a hairstylist looking to learn the latest techniques, choosing a hairdressing academy to train with should be done only after carrying out proper research. By choosing a well-respected academy that gives you the accreditation you need, you can guarantee a successful future in hairdressing.

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Seeking a hairdressing school...

What to look for when seeking a hairdressing school for hairdresser training?

Hair by Nicky Oliver
Make up by Sylvia Oliver

In these difficult days of austerity, redundancy, unemployment and cut-backs, more people than ever are looking for new careers, especially in hairdressing, according to celebrity hairdresser Nicky Oliver. 

“I am being approached not only by people who have been forced in to making a decision about their careers because of circumstances beyond their control, but also by people who have made the decision that now is the time to follow their dream,” said Nicky from his vibrant Manchester hair salon and training academy in the trendy Northern Quarter of the city. 

“If you are considering becoming a hairdresser, you will need to complete a training course before you look for a job,” explained Nicky. “But the good news is that if you have no qualifications and you lack hairdressing experience, this is not a barrier to your success.  

“There is a hair dressing course to suit all levels of experience, from NVQ Level 2 in Hairdressing courses for beginners to Continuing Professional Development courses for experienced hairdressers.  

“Those without hairdressing experience and qualifications, can enrol on a beginner’s hairdressing course, which is otherwise known as an NVQ Level 2 in Hairdressing,” added the award-winning stylist. 

“This course will introduce you to basic hairdressing skills through a combination of both practical and theoretical work,” explained Nicky. “You will learn about every aspect of hairdressing, from shampooing and conditioning hair to basic cutting and colouring, customer service skills and health and safety laws. 

“Class sizes are usually small to help you to receive the personal tuition that you require and anyone, of any age, can take an NVQ 2 in Hairdressing.” 

“Don't ever think that it is too late to pursue your dream career,” added Nicky. “Hairdressing allows you to be creative whilst interacting with clients and boosting people's self-esteem. But, while your age and experience may be irrelevant, you will need an abundance of enthusiasm and an interest in hairdressing to successfully complete the course. 

“Although holders of the NVQ 2 could go on to find  jobs in a hair salon, work on a cruise ship, open their own hair salon or work as a self-employed hairstylist, you can choose to further advance your skills, and enrol on an NVQ Level 3 or a professional development course, explained Nicky.  

“The NVQ Level 3 in Hairdressing course will teach you more advanced techniques, enabling you to take your hairdressing to a higher level,” added Nicky. “You will learn advanced colouring and cutting, advanced basic and creative hair-up techniques, advanced colour correction, advanced men’s hair and more.  

“As with your Level 2 work, your class sizes will usually be small to ensure that you receive the correct amount of individual training.  

“And when you have qualified with an NVQ 2 or NVQ3, you can enrol on Professional Development courses that will help you to improve your confidence and update your skills. Professional Development hair dressing courses tend to cover the latest fashion cutting and colouring techniques. You can take these courses whether you have been working in the hairdressing industry for a few months or for several decades.” 

For further information about hairdressing courses click on to www.nickyoliveracademy.co.uk or telephone Nicky Oliver on 0844 999 0644 

What are the different types of hairdressing courses?

The Nicky Oliver Hair Academy offers a wide range of courses to suit individuals at different levels of hairdressing ability. No matter what knowledge and skills you already have, you will always be taught to a high standard and given constant monitoring and encouragement. The Nicky Oliver Hair Academy offers hairdressing courses at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, as well as providing an excellent barbering course. All students completing their chosen course will receive a Nicky Oliver Diploma on top of other qualifications gained.

Beginner Courses:

These courses will teach complete beginners basic hairdressing skills, as well as equipping them with the theory and technical knowledge required to become a professional stylist. Age and experience does not matter, so long as you are enthusiastic and willing to learn. You will be taught consultation skills; the basics of cutting, colouring and perming; basic up-dos; basic men's hairdressing and an understanding of hairdressing theory.

Intermediate Course:

This refresher course is directed towards stylists who already have salon experience and wish to brush up on their skills whilst improving their confidence. Students will be taught advanced cutting and colouring techniques as well as avant-garde styling and the art of intensive consultations. This is a great course for those wishing to update their styling techniques and build on previous experience and skills.

Advanced Courses:

Advanced courses are ideal for experienced students who would like to fill in any gaps in their prior training and learn advanced, current commercial hairdressing skills. This hairdressing course teaches advanced levels of cutting and colouring, as well as fashion colouring. This course will help anyone wishing to gain a more in-depth understanding of hair cutting techniques.

Barbering Course:

This course gives barbering the attention it deserves and teaches pupils the basic barbering techniques essential to top quality men's hairdressing.

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