waxing training

[pink_n_fluffy0]

I'm after some recomendations of who to train with to train in waxing. I started my level 2 nvq years ago and didnt finishe it, I had done all of my waxing then so I know the basics but have no qualifications. I'm training to be a hairdresser right now but would like to do waxing on the side. Im in the midlands. Thanks

 

[tonysioux]

Kosmetic consultants in westbridgford, nottingham offer waxing training and are very good

 

[BABSann]

Sally's and Capital both do short waxing courses.

 

[Minipig007]

As you're in Coventry, the Ellisons academy do waxing training.... i think they have an academy in coventry....

 

[christinarena]

Short waxing courses are good for refreshers but in your case I would carry out a longer course as you may be suprised at what you have forgotten. Not sure of the courses available in your area but I would recommend a longer (maybe college) course to get the necessary experience.

I have seen too many bruised bikini lines from inexperienced therapists. I hope I have not offended anyone who has done a short course in waxing. As long as you gain good experience before waxing clients, then a short course may suit you. Just my opinion. Hth x

 

[Katelisa]

I have seen too many bruised bikini lines from inexperienced therapists. I hope I have not offended anyone who has done a short course in waxing. As long as you gain good experience before waxing clients, then a short course may suit you. Just my opinion. Hth x

I think your right.

Theres too many jumping on the short course bandwagon with not enough experience. :evil:

Yes we all have to start somewhere, but theres better options than a short course, unless it IS strictly to refresh your skills if you've been out of the game a couple of years or add to them etc.

Waxing isnt hard, but you can cause pain and discomfort to clients without experience.

You say you didnt finish your NVQ2, at what point did you stop? because i know even after i had done ALL my assessments i still took part in what we called 'commercial salon' which was to do clients to get more experience, and even when i was doing level 3 i still did a few waxing clients at college.

IMO youd be better off sticking to hairdressing, you can make more money anyhow because you can do more clients at one time if they are having colours etc.

You dont see me doing a quick cut and blow dry in between my beauty clients, even though i did it at coillege lol.

yeah im ranting! lol.

 

[pink_n_fluffy0]

I had done alot of clients before i dropped out, and have continued to do my friends ever since with no problems at all, so I really am just after a refresher course with a qualification.

 

[Minipig007]

I don't think you can do a short course with a fully recognised qualification straight away. You can do a short course but you'd still have to build up a portfolio of work to put forward as evidence for your qualification.... such as a VTCT qualification.

I did my training at The Carlton Institute in Windsor - which wuold be a bit of a trek for you really, but whilst it was a very short course, thankfully i'm a quick learner. I made use of my free training course with Ellisons when i bought my PhD, and specialist waxing training when i started working at a spa as a receptionist (they included me in all the training very nicely) which gave me help on bits i was struggling with. As i work full time too it took me about 18 months to build up my portfolio (i did all beauty level 2 like that otherwise waxing may have been a bit quicker).

I totally agree with everyone thought that gaining a recognised qualification really is the best way. My waxing has come on in leaps and bounds, and i've learnt how to avoid bruising and causing discomfort, which really only comes with good tuition.

 

[Urban Geek]

I did a short course with Essex School of Beauty and it is recognised. It was extremely intensive and very hard work but thorough. I would highly recommend it. Oh and I haven't bruised anyone!

 

[christinarena]

I did a short course with Essex School of Beauty and it is recognised. It was extremely intensive and very hard work but thorough. I would highly recommend it. Oh and I haven't bruised anyone!

Sorry didnt mean to offend you, I am sure you are a great waxer...just some are not!

 

[Urban Geek]

Sorry didnt mean to offend you, I am sure you are a great waxer...just some are not!

No offence taken - I just wanted to emphasise that, for some, short courses can be great. Everyone on the course wanted to be there for a start, we worked extremely hard, did loads of practical on clients on the day and were tested, theory and practical, before getting our diplomas. However, I had to work just as hard when I left the course to gain confidence (still working on that) and read read read to digest properly all the theory.

 

[Katelisa]

However, I had to work just as hard when I left the course to gain confidence (still working on that) and read read read to digest properly all the theory.

and thats where some people can let their skills slip a little.

some people need longer tuition to keep them in good habits!

Goin off topic a bit, sorry lol. :smack: