Distance learning/practical training

[rachey]

Hi geeks, I'm thinking about doing my level 3 in beauty and ideally would like to do a distance learning course. Having done my level 2 already at college I no how important the practical aspect of the training is. I am looking for a distance learning course that has a practical element to it. Iv seen a few on websites such as the uk open college and stonebridge. But would really appreciate all you honest geeks opinions! Have any of you gained a level 3 through distance learning with a practical element o it? How did you find it? And would you recommend it? Did you have trouble getting insurance? Any help or information would be greatly appreciated ! Thanks geeks and happy Easter! x

 

[rachey]

Anyone? Would really appreciate your views on this especially if you have done a distance learning course..

 

[Tinxy]

I have to be honest but I really don't see how you can do this as a long distance learning course? Not effectively at least.

Are any of the courses you are looking into BABTAC or ITEC etc recognised?

 

[rachey]

All the courses I've seen have stated that you can get babtac insurance or beauty guild insurance due to the practical training element. From what I can gather Its all the theory that is home based and then go to a venue for the practical training... It would be ideal for me at the moment... But still a bit wary about it...

 

[rachey]

Any other experiences? .. Anyone? Lol

 

[laurakate]

I did my level 2 with the carlton institute but i did my level 3 at college and felt more confident for it.

Distance learning isn't all it's cracked up to be in the sense that you can spend a lot of time doing paper work that a college would spoon feed you so that you could get on with yor practical.

Also, for level 3, I feel that access to equipment and and tutor supervision are vital.

I'm not saying "don't do distance learning" but what I am saying is "what do you think distance learning will give you that college won't?"

Hope that helps

 

[rachey]

Thanks for your reply.. I've defo got some thinking to do!