College offers advice on complementary therapies

Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) is hosting an advice event for people interested in careers in complementary therapies.

The event, which focuses course advice for the Foundation degree (Fd) Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practices, will be held on Friday 12 August, 10am – 2pm at the College’s  new Knutton Lane campus.

 Pictured: Transform Salon and Spa at NULC

The event is open to anyone who wishes to develop their career in holistic working in clinical practices.  Particularly people who currently work in the NHS, palliative care, care and social workers or people interested in teaching the subject.

Visitors will have the opportunity to view the new facilities at the colleges Transform Salon and Spa and chat with staff about the course.

The course is studied part time and aimed at adult learners; course modules include advanced aromatherapy and reflexology.

To pre-register your attendance at the event visit www.nulc.ac.uk/events.

 Pictured: New facilties at Transform Salon and Spa

To find out more about the College’s part-time courses call 01782 254254, email info@nulc.ac.uk or visit www.nulc.ac.uk/adults.

Hairdressing students showcase winning designs

Level 1 Hairdressing students from Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) competed for industry standard prizes as part of their Level 2 Higher Project.  The students planned and organised the event, which was held at the College this week.

The hairdressing students showcased their hair designs in a stunning catwalk show.  The designs were based on a retro theme, which students had to research and then create hair designs inspired by their research. 

NULC principal Karen Dobson alongside industry professionals including local salon owners judged the students’ creations.  The winning students will go on to form part of the NULC Skills Squad who are aiming to compete in national and international competitions such as the World Skills competitions.

Jane Brentnall Curriculum Manager of Hair, Beauty and Holistic Therapies “It’s the first time the students have been involved in undertaking a higher project during their course.  This event has been a great celebration of their work and given the students the opportunity to showcase their outstanding skills to local salon owners.”

She continues “These Level 1 students taking part in the event only joined the College in September 2010 and are already excelling.  I am very proud of what they are achieving.”

Pictured: First prize winner, student Elizabeth Shufflebottom with her winning hair design. 

Photograph by student Rebecca Barrs.

To find out more about the range of courses on offer at NULC visit www.nulc.ac.uk, email info@nulc.ac.uk or call 01782 254254.

NULC students showcase hair designs

Hairdressing students at Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) will be competing against each other for industry standard prizes.

On Wednesday 15 June, in the college auditorium, students will showcase their hair designs based on a retro theme.  As part of their Level 2 Higher Project, students have researched the theme retro and will create hair designs inspired by their research.  NULC principle Karen Dobson alongside industry professionals including local salon owners will then judge the students’ creations.

Prizes include Golden GHD hair straighteners, hairdressing scissors and Affinage products.

Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) offers a variety of hair, beauty and holistic therapy courses at its new £60 million campus on Knutton Lane.  Click here to find out more about the courses on offer.

Award-winning hairdresser showcases skills at local college

Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) is delighted to welcome multi award-winning celebrity hairdresser Lee Stafford to the College.

Transform Salon and Spa at NULC is hosting a day of interactive hair demonstrations with Lee Stafford on Monday 9 May, 9am – 4pm. 

More than 200 salon owners and industry professionals have been invited to purchase a ticket to the event. 

Curriculum Manager for Hair, Beauty and Holistic Therapies Jane Brentnall said: “We’re delighted that Lee agreed to come to the College to showcase his expert skills. It’s a fantastic opportunity for the local hairdressing industry and our students.

Lee, who is known for his edgy style, will be assisted throughout the day by the College’s Level 3 Hairdressing students.  He has also handpicked 4 student models to take part in the demonstrations.

She continued: The students are looking forward to seeing what modern and edgy cuts the models receive.  Lee is a real inspiration to the students.”

Tickets are still available to local salons priced at £25 per person, call 01782 254321 or email transform@nulc.ac.uk to find out more.

To find out more about Hairdressing Apprenticeships visit www.nulc.ac.uk/apprenticeships , email info@nulc.ac.uk or call the Information Centre on 01782 254254.

NULC nominated for ‘Hairdressing College of the Year’

Newcastle-under-Lyme College (NULC) have been nominated for 'Hairdressing College of the Year' by the National Hairdressers Federation. Well done to all staff & students involved from the Transform Salon.  We are up against stiff competition from a number of colleges and therefore need your votes. To vote for NULC in the College of the Year category click this link... http://www.nhfce.co.uk/vote.html

We wish everyone from the Transform Salon and Spa the best of luck in the competition and will keep you updated with how we get on.

The Transform Salon and Spa based at NULC is open to the public and offers a wide range of services in sophisticated surroundings, from hairdressing to holistic therapies.  The trainees working in the Transform Salon and Spa are fully supervised at all times by qualified tutors with vast industry experience. The salon and spa is equipped to the highest standard in order give you a great service in a modern environment whilst providing great value for money.

We wish everyone from the Transform Salon and Spa the best of luck in the competition and will keep you updated with how we get on.

To find out more about the Transform Salon and Spa click here or contact the salon reception on 01782 254321 or transform@nulc.ac.uk.

NULC need your ideas

Would you like to get involved with the design of the new NULC 2012-2013 full-time prospectus?  Would you like to see your ideas to come to life?  We need your help to find out what worked and what didn’t, what you liked and what you didn’t!  As we start to research design and content for the new prospectus we would love to hear your views, because you are the people that matter.

If you haven’t already had a look at the current NULC full-time prospectus then take a look by clicking this link and then downloading the ‘Full-time prospectus 11-12’... http://www.nulc.ac.uk/pages/global/downloads.aspx

Then once you've had a flick through it, simply follow the link below and fill in the survey to share your views with us...http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LGN3YNP

NULC do 'something funny for money'

If there's one thing that NULC staff and students like to do its ‘something funny for money’ in aid of Comic Relief.  NULC was a hub of activity on Friday 18 March with fancy dress, bake sales, waxing and the most talked about event of the day, the NULC FlashMob.

Dance Lecturer Faye Matthews rounded up her troupes which included students, staff and even a member of the senior management team.  Then headed to the new Sainsbury’s store in Newcastle-under-Lyme, where they wowed the crowds and are now rapidly becoming an online phenomenon.

Other activities taking place throughout the day included a fancy dress competition which resulted in a monkey and pirates roaming the corridors!  A yummy bake sale organised by Early Years students, Fun Run by Sports Performance and Excellence students, leg waxing in the Transform Salon.  As well as various fund raising efforts by Learner Services, Starbucks staff and the Students’ Union.

The money is still being counted but so far NULC have managed to raise over £500.00, which is a fantastic amount.  Thank you to everyone who took part and did ‘something funny for money’.

To see all the photos and videos from the day visit our Facebook gallery at www.facebook.com/NewcastleULymeCol and give us a ‘Like’.