How to find the best beauty training course and qualification in 3 steps
So, you've decided to start a beauty biz!
Amazing news 👏 ...but wait! You've found a cheap online beauty training course which promises to teach you everything you need to know about doing lashes / facials / skincare...big RED FLAG ❌
Anyone can start a beauty business but how do you build client trust and deliver high quality services when you're a newbie to the industry? By gaining recognised, professional training in the beauty sector, that's how!
If you're serious about building a profitable, successful business, cutting corners on your training just won't, well, cut it. Your clients need and deserve a beauty therapist they can trust, who has had face to face training with someone with real industry knowledge.
This is where we come in! Our founder and lead educator Natalie has over 15 years experience in the beauty industry and has successfully guided over 1,000+ students into their new careers. Our thing here at The Lash and Brow Academy and LBA Skin School is providing gold class education. We’ll teach you the theory and practical skills you need to make it IRL. All aspects of our training go hand-in-hand and contribute to building your confidence as a beauty therapist or skin specialist.
Here are our top 5 tips on finding the best beauty training course in the UK:
Really think about the skills you need to build your business and research a course that cover all elements. When learning a new skill, it’s not just about the technique, you need to be taught the theory behind the treatment. For example, a good lash training course should provide in-depth knowledge of function of the eye, structure of the eye, contra-indications, contra-actions - as a bare minimum! The best lash training courses in the UK will provide extensive health and safety information to help to keep your clients (and your business!) safe.
Find an accredited training course and research the accrediting body to understand their reputation in the industry. If the course you find is accredited, it usually means the course content and way it is taught by the academy is of a good standard. Taking an accredited beauty course means that you will be able to gain viable insurance after you have completed your training. This is vital! Insurance is so important for your business. Read more about beauty business insurance here.
Ensure that your chosen course includes theory and practical elements of training. The practical aspect is so crucial as it helps you to gain experience and build confidence working on real life clients! A skilled educator will also walk you through how to perform a treatment and offer advice and tips as you practice.
Read reviews of the academy / training provider you are considering. A good course will have excellent reviews because the students that have trained there will want to leave a positive review after a great experience. (Sidenote: have you seen our 5* reviews yet?)
Find a training academy that specialises in what you want to gain qualification in. You’ll want to find an experienced educator (think 5-10 years of experience in the industry) who has a vast knowledge of the correct products to use. This means they will be able to recommend the best quality products for you to use, so your clients will receive incredible results and become returning, regular customers!
Our final tip is to take your training seriously, you really get out what you put in - so ask questions, don’t be afraid to ask for help if you don’t understand something and practice, practice, practice! Nobody becomes a skilled beauty therapist or skin specialist overnight. Once you have your qualification, it’s upto you to practice as much as possible to refine your skills and become the best you can be. Be dedicated to your craft and you’ll soon be known as the go-to person for the treatment you’ve specialised in. If you really want to grow a beauty empire, consider training in a few different treatments so that you can cover a wider range of client needs. This is a key way to build your business and your income.
At The Skin School, we offer all of the above qualities and so much more. Book your course now and let’s grow your business!