College students learn more about beauty, business and believing in yourself with TV star Dawn Ward

Visiting the college with Dawn were staff from her Skulpt Academy, who showcased examples of the latest trends covering Levels 2-4 beauty therapy, spa, massage and make-up.

“I’m really enjoying my course at college as I’ve learned a lot of new skills and my ambition is to work as a mobile beautician working with make-up.”

Danielle Woods, head of training and development at the Woodland Spa in Burnley, said: “I thought it was a very useful and inspiring session. I was here in a personal and professional capacity as I really wanted to learn more about Dawn and I have a personal interest in make-up, and from a business perspective, I also need to keep my ear to the ground on the latest and emerging ideas and standards.”

Claire Pye, head of division for hair, beauty and hospitality at Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College said: “The opportunity for Dawn and the staff from Skulpt Academy to come and deliver the session at College was incredibly beneficial to our learners.

“It was also an excellent chance to network and link up with local beauty employers, while they also gained professional development from the experience themselves.”

“It was an exciting afternoon being able to inspire the students and give them an insight into the skills needed in the aesthetics industry.

Nelson and Colne College’s next Year 11 Open Event and Interview Evening is on Tuesday 5 February from 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Visitors can find out about the wide range of options available to study at NCC – including more than 30 A Level subjects, a wide range of high quality, career focused vocational programmes and Apprenticeship opportunities in a multitude of different sectors.