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Taught by industry practitioners in commercial salons; producing skilled employees. Barnet and Southgate College 2014
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Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy Taught by industry practitioners in commercial salons; producing skilled employees.
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Whatever you think of her, that quote from Lady Gaga gets to the heart of what we do as hair stylists, makeup artists and
beauty therapists – even if our clients are a bit more down to earth!
The way we look is part of who we are and is the first step in telling the world what we are about. So whilst we might be surrounded by everyday things like scissors, brushes and nail files; in our hands they can work a little magic.
You’ve heard the saying that there are no more “jobs for life” but with hair and beauty you will always have a “career for life” and one that can take you in a number of different directions. Employers literally come knocking at our doors to snap up our leavers. Don’t simply take it from me. We’re incredibly proud that 98% of learners progress to employment or further education.
Such is our department’s reputation that Ducle Benardo, owner of Emmanuel hair and beauty in north west London says: “Some hair and beauty courses simply teach to a standard curriculum but we know that Barnet and Southgate College teach above and beyond this so that their students come to us with the latest specialist skills and are ready to hit the ground running. We’re always keen to employ and give work experience to College students.”
If style, self-expression and wellbeing are what we offer others, what would working life be for you? Hair and Beauty is a fast, fun, trend setting and creative industry. There is a lot of scope for being your own boss, working in retail, styling the stars and working abroad. It’s also hard work, as successful entrants need to work around their clients’ lives. That can mean long hours, evenings and weekends. Typically, your first job may be in a salon or spa however we know lots of our previous students use this as a springboard to work for major retailers like L’Oreal or for companies supplying this massive industry. Others secure employment on board cruise ships or in the film industry. The skills you will learn such as customer service and selling skills are really transferable
to almost all business contexts should you want to take a different direction in due course.
The hair and beauty industry itself turns over £6.2 billion a year in the UK and employs over 245,000 people. In London alone, there are around 43,000 salon managers and owners, 21,000 hairdressers and barbers and over 20,000 beauty therapists. The industry also has over 1,500 nail technicians and 950 mobile beauty therapists.
As you can see, it is a popular line of work but is there room for new talent? If you come to Barnet and Southgate College, will all that hard work be worth it? In terms of location, our students are well placed. One in six hair and beauty businesses are in London and there are vacancies in London and across the UK, a fifth of salons were looking for staff.
Interestingly, one in 10 salons said they had a gap in skills that they needed filled . They were looking for people who can treat customers properly, work well in a team and explain information clearly face to face, on the phone or in writing. This is a big focus for us. You will learn on the job at “The Salon” or “The Spa”, our commercial, industry-standard facilities. This will give you real work experience with clients, a team and being in a bustling, demanding work place. You’ll also be put through your paces as we love entering competitions. Recently our students made the grade as national finalists in the Student Electrotherapy Beauty Therapist Awards, beating hundreds of entrants from around the country.
At Barnet and Southgate College we don’t just train you for jobs that exist now but also ones that are coming down the track. We adapt our courses to consumer trends that we believe will change our industry. Our staff attend the big industry conferences and talent spot for firms that can come to the College to demonstrate their latest technologies during our “enrichment” weeks. For example, the influence of fashion and the desire to look younger coupled with the UK’s ageing population mean we need to cater for a wider range of clients. There are more therapies to
learn, influenced by our interconnected and well-travelled world.
If you choose a career in hair and beauty, we encourage you to train in areas that are in increasing demand. For hairdressing these include barbering, hair extensions, chemical straightening, plaiting and braiding. In beauty, nail art, microdermabrasion, cellulite programmes and non-surgical facelifts are popular with customers whilst spas require people for hot stone therapy, alternative massage therapies, and specialist heat treatments. Our make-up artists specialise in airbrushing techniques for digital media and photography.
The Hair and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA) also reports of business skill gaps in the industry, so understanding sales and retail, business planning, finance marketing and PR will also prove an advantage. HABIA research found that the type of people drawn to beauty work were often predominantly caring and in hairdressing, creative rather than entrepreneurial or commercial. We will develop both of these sides to ensure that you and your business will succeed. And we are confident that if and when you are ready to expand your own business, you will come to us to find the best people to have on board.
Valerie Dresden Head of Creative Industries
Welcome to
Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy
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I don’t think I could live without hair, make-up and styling, let alone be the performer I am. Valerie DresdenHead of Creative Industries
Demystifying the route from study to work 6
Apprentices Spotlight: An apprentice’s story 8
Making your dreams come true 10
Make-up artist to the stars! 12
The more you put in, the more you get out 14
A day in the life of a spa receptionist 16
Internationally renowned 18
Industry Specialists Spotlight: Hair 20
Access to real jobs with REED NCFE 22
Second chance to succeed 24
Industry Specialists Spotlight: Beauty 26
Calendar of events 27
Becoming a successful business woman 28
Giving you a helping hand 30
Schools Liaison Team 31
The Fun Stuff 32
Get Digital! 33
Parent Power 34
Getting the right advice for your child 35
Our Study Centres 36
Qualifications Unpicked 38
Your journey to enrolment 40
How to find us 42
Disclaimer: The details in this publication were correct at the time of going to press and we aim to provide accurate and relevant information to inform your choices. However, changes to provision since the printing of this prospectus may occur so please check details via the Barnet and Southgate College website: www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk
This publication is one of a series of guides that offers you advice on our courses and possible career paths. Other titles in the series include: A Levels / Art, Design & Visual Culture / Automotive Technologies / Business, Accounting & Computing / Culinary Arts & Hospitality / Health, Education & Social Care / Learning Difficulties & Independent Living / Property & Construction / Foundation Learning / Pathways to Employment (ESOL) / Sports Science & Management
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The practical assessments and assignments during my course helped me a lot as this is what gave me the on the job experience. Rebekah SolomonITEC Spa Management Level 4
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I lived in Edgware when I was studying at Barnet and Southgate College but now I live in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. I studied for the ITEC Spa Management
Level 4 at The Spa, adjacent to the Wood Street Campus from 2012 to 2013. Prior to that I studied beauty therapy Levels 2 and 3 at Stanmore College, but when I looked online at further education courses in the spa and beauty sector, Barnet and Southgate College seemed to be the better option to enhance my career chances, so I moved and enrolled there instead.
The practical assessments and assignments during my course helped me a lot as this is what gave me the on the job experience, which helped me get my current job. Through the College I was offered work experience at the Britannia International Hotel, Canary Wharf and my career has pretty much followed on from there.
I’m currently working at Bannatyne’s Health Club & Spa at Fairfield Hall. I saw an advert online and applied for the position which was closer to home. I really enjoy my job; being in a spa environment is lovely and exciting and very challenging but rewarding. The course I studied at Barnet and Southgate College is a bonus for my CV and studying at College has given me many more techniques and tools to use in my career path, so it definitely helped me get my foot in the door. The experience I gained at College has made me feel much more confident and focused.
My ultimate ambition is to enrol on a Steiner cruise which I can go on if I do so within the next five years. Barnet and Southgate College really helped me prepare for the working world which is the best bit and I thank all the staff there for that.
Related CoursesSpa Management HNC – Level 4 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 12 hours a week over 1 year. A programme for those who wish to work as a manager in the spa industry. #beauty #bsc
Spa Management HND – Level 5 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 12 hours a week over 1 year. A programme for those who wish to work as a manager in the spa industry following on from level 4. #beauty #bsc
Beauty Therapy Diploma – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 6-12 hours a week over 1 year. A programme covering the essential elements of beauty therapy needed to work professionally. #beauty #bsc
Beauty Therapy Diploma – Level 3 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 12 hours a week over 1 year. A programme developing the essential beauty therapy skills from the Level 2. #beauty #bsc
Body Massage Diploma – Level 3 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 3 hours a week over 6 months. A programme for those who wish to work as a massage therapist in the Beauty& Health industry. #beauty #bsc
How to do advanced epilation – Level 4 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 8 day course. A programme for Level 3 qualified therapists who wish to further advance their epilation techniques. #beauty #bsc
How to do eyebrow threading – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 1 week course. A course to learn the technique of removing hair using threading tools and equipment. #beauty #bsc
How to do Indian head massage – Level 3 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 2 hours a week for 10 weeks. A programme for therapists qualified in body massage who wish to further advance their massage techniques. #beauty #bsc
How to perform a manicure – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 1 week course. A professional qualification in the art of manicure. #beauty #bsc
How to do nail art – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 1 week course. A professional qualification demonstrating the techniques of varnish application for artistic designs. #beauty #bsc
How to do waxing – All Levels @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. A professional qualification in the art of waxing. #beauty #bsc
Demystifying the route from study to work Rebekah Solomon is 20 years old; this is her journey from study to work.
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I really enjoy being a hairdressing apprentice and I’ve been at the College for the last six months. As an apprentice you have the chance to train and earn money at
the same time, it really suits me as being a student was really tough money wise. I was actually studying Psychology at University in Roehampton in South West London before coming to Barnet and Southgate College, but knew it wasn’t for me. On one of my days not at university I enrolled on a barbering course here at the College and I loved it, so I made the decision to leave university and decided to train as a hairdressing apprentice. It was something about cutting hair that I loved and I seemed to have a flair for it, my mum’s a hairdresser so I was familiar with the industry and it really suited me, much more than studying at university.
I don’t think the academic side of things suited me but the practical element of hairdressing really did. It was the right decision for me as it is what I am passionate about and one day I’d like to have my own hair salon. I train at College once a week and also work in a salon in Soho, which is a lovely area and great work experience.
I also work on clients in the Salon at College. I love the training and there’s lots of opportunities to take part in competitions at College. I recently won second place in a competition run by Chris & Sons where the theme was ‘the world we live in’ it featured four categories: Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas. We had to create a mood board reflecting our hair design and how it was influenced by the people, history, culture and landscape of your chosen region. I chose South America as my theme and I incorporated the culture of the Aztecs and Amazon rain forest into my hair design. I loved creating the design on my model and then being judged. It was great fun and valuable experience.
Want to know more? Apprenticeships are not only of huge benefit to the apprentices themselves, but also to employers; research from the National Apprenticeships Service (NAS) has shown that 80% of those who employ apprentices agree that they make the workplace more productive and that apprentices are loyal and hardworking. In fact 83% of organisations that employ apprentices, such as hairdressing salons, rely on their apprenticeships to provide the skilled workers that they need for the future.
The College works with local employers to find suitable positions. These positions are advertised on the Barnet and Southgate College website as well as the National Apprenticeship Vacancy website. Register yourself on the National Apprenticeship Service Vacancy Service to ensure you get information on up to date vacancies. If you would like to talk to our Apprenticeship Team about what current availabilities we may have, contact them on 0208 266 4333 or enquiries@trainingforlondon.com
Related CoursesApprenticeship Hairdressing – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. 6 hours a week over 1-2 years. A practical programme to develop hairdressing skills and prepare for working in hairdressing. #hairdressing #apprenticeships #hair #bsc
Award in Barbering Level 2 (VRQ) @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. 3 hours a week over 18 weeks. For people who want to train as professional barbers or those wanting to add barbering skills to their ladies’ hairdressing skills. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Spotlight on our Apprentices
An apprentice’s storyREECE HENNESSEY is 22 and is a Hairdressing Apprentice and works in a salon in Soho. University was not for him.
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I joined Barnet and Southgate College when I was 18 as a hairdressing apprentice. I’d been working in Hairdressing salons since I was 13, so when the opportunity came
to do an apprenticeship I jumped at it as I knew I needed the official qualifications to go forward in my career. At the time I worked in a salon in Watford, called the Crown Academy, I was there most of the week and I came into Barnet and Southgate College one day a week, so I got real on the job training and I was being paid whilst I trained at the same time. The salon introduced me to the College as I’d left school without any qualifications and I needed a boost in that area. I studied for the NVQ levels 2 in hairdressing, my dream back then was to one day own my own chain of hairdressing salons or to move abroad and be a personal stylist.
I really enjoyed the training at College and we had the opportunity to take part in a number of national competitions and focus on our interests, one of mine at the time was working on African Caribbean hair type and I worked on this for one of my entries to a competition, where I chose the theme of the year 2000 and beyond, my inspiration was a Nubian sculpture, so I wanted to create a hair design and mood board that reflected this and it was really strong and bang on trend, so I incorporated neon jewellery and lace into the outfit, it was all about creating the total look so that included the fashion of my model. All of this training has been invaluable to me since then.
Whilst at College I also won the Apprentice of the Year Award at the student achievement awards, One College Many Stars. Since I’ve finished my course I’ve literally gone from strength to strength – working for celebrity clients and on national TV and my work has been featured in national magazines and the media.
I still come into College to do master classes with the students and I was lucky enough to be recruited to go on tour with pop band and girl group the Sugababes – this was exciting and a great experience. I already work on a number of celebrity clients, including Sam Faiers from The Only Way is Essex I recently created a fairy tale-inspired style for her which was perfect for the ‘Prince and Princess’ theme of a party held to mark the end of the current season of the hit ITV2 reality show. Sam wanted to look and feel like a princess; so I created body through the ends of the hair and added Beauty Works Clip-Ins for extra volume and thickness. Delighted with the results, Sam tweeted: ‘Loved my princess hair yesterday @HBJBOfficial thank u’. This was great.
However what I am most proud of is the fact that I’m now only 20 years old and I’ve just opened up a brand new salon in Maida Vale! Who knows maybe one day I will employ an apprentice that also comes to Barnet and Southgate College to train just like me.
www.hbjb.co.uk
Making your dreams come trueJordan Brumant studied Hairdressing as an Apprentice at the College. After finishing touring as the Sugababes’ hair stylist, he has just opened a new Salon in Maida Vale.
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I really enjoyed the training at College and we had the opportunity to take part in a number of national competitions and focus on our interests Jordan BrumantHairdressing Apprentice
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I now have a family and live in Mill Hill, I studied for the HNC in Media Make-Up at Barnet and Southgate College.
My mum actually found out about the course in the local paper, as there was a feature about the College Hair and Beauty
department in there. I was studying Law at university and I was very unhappy, I needed a new direction. I’d always wanted to do make-up as a career and finally I had my chance as I decided to enrol on the course.
The teaching at College was great, we had fun as well as learning loads, it was a great course. I’m now really happy and a TV make-up artist working in sports television, I’ve worked for ESPN, BBC Sports, Setanta Sports and BT Sport.
Initially I had to start off working on retail make-up counters in large department stores, I did this for a few years before leaving to join a television company as a runner; where I was making tea and coffee and generally helping out, just waiting until I got a break into working in TV make-up.
After the HNC in media make-up course I still did short courses to keep up to date with make- up and the industry, but the Barnet and Southgate College course was excellent and everything else I needed to learn, I just learnt on the job.
I now have a family and I’m self-employed as I work freelance so I can fit everything around my two children. I love my job as a TV make-up artist intensely. It really is the best decision I ever made to leave my university course studying law. I love the beauty industry buzz and the creativity and the joy of making someone look their best.
In fact, going to College has totally changed my life, I’m now in the job of my dreams and it’s where and how I met my husband, and I’ve now got two children. I’m doing work that I can fit around the kids and I’m being paid for what I know. I love it.
Related CoursesHow to perform Make-up – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 1 week course. A professional qualification in the art of makeup.#beauty #bsc
Specialist Make-up – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 6-12 hours a week over 1 year. A programme covering the essential make-up and beauty skills to work as a professional, including cosmetic & day make-up, facials & eye treatments, false lashes, advising clients on make-up and skin care procedures. #beauty #bsc
Specialist Make-up – Level 3 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus.12 hours a week over 1 year. A programme for men and women seeking a career as make-up artists in photographic and specialist make-up areas of the industry and/or working for skin care and make-up companies. #beauty #bsc
Make-up artist to the stars!Julia Snowdon is 33 and studied Media Make-Up at Barnet and Southgate College. She is now a TV Make-Up Artist and has a career that she loves! This is her story.
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In fact, going to College has totally changed my life completely, I’m now in the job of my dreams. Julia SnowdonHNC in Media Make-up
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I originally joined Barnet and Southgate College to train as a hairdresser, I completed my Level 2 training here and then went on to open my own salon. I’m
obsessed with hair and love the industry. Whilst at College I was also working as a Saturday girl in a salon and was quickly promoted to being a stylist over two years, and by the age of 19 I was managing the salon. I owned my own salon by the age of 23 and I was styling hair for weddings and large events. I was so proud to be running my own business in Totteridge, I loved the environment, meeting new people and the practical element of hairdressing – I wasn’t that academic at school so a vocational course really suited me at College as it was hands on and skills based – I loved learning all of the practical elements of styling and cutting hair.
However, after I had a family I realised salon life was going to be tough – you have to have the knowledge of running a business and enjoy the creative part of being a hairdresser, the hours are long and you can’t just be the artist. I also had to have knee surgery and something had to give, so I looked into teaching back at the College I trained in, but I still wanted to work part-time as a hairdresser. I managed to pass on my salon, which was a thriving business to a friend of mine and I started teaching one day a week at the College, I also enrolled on a PTTLS teaching qualification at the College to improve my teaching skills. This was tough at first as I had to learn new ICT skills but I did it with the help of my tutors.
I love teaching and the interaction with all of the students – I’ve been in their position so I know what it’s like to have that thirst for knowledge and learning new styles and skills. I really enjoy passing on my knowledge to them – as they go onto Level 3 they start learning the commercial element of the salon as well. I run a lunchtime drop in session at the Salon at Grahame Park Campus and it’s a great chance for students to drop in and ask questions and see demonstrations and practice their skills.
I’ve got the perfect balance now as I also work as a freelance hairdresser and in a salon at a senior level on a Saturday, and I also teach at the College part-time, I really enjoy being a tutor and mentoring the students.
Barnet and Southgate College has a great environment and it’s a great place to learn, we encourage teamwork here as that’s what working in a salon is all about – the more you put into College the more you get out. Learning is the key to success and if you keep training you’ll succeed – I’m still learning to this day. Maintain your training and get lots of work experience and you should do well as a hairdresser. I couldn’t do anything else I love it.
Related CoursesIntroduction to Hair and Beauty – Entry Level @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. 15 hours a week over 1 year. A vocational programme for people who wish to study Hairdressing to improve their basic skills in communication, literacy, numeracy and IT. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Diploma in Hair & Beauty (VRQ) – Level 1 @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. 12 hours a week over 1 year. An introductory course into the Hair and beauty sector. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Diploma in Hair & Beauty (NVQ) – Level 1 @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. Up to 16 hours a week over 1 year. A practical course to introduce topics in Hair and beauty industry. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Diploma in Women’s & Men’s Hair or Hairdressing (VRQ) – Level 2
@barnetsouthgateGrahame Park Campus. Approx 12 hours a week over 1 year. A practical course to develop hairdressing skills. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Diploma in Hair Services (VRQ) – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. 7 hours a week over a year. A vocational programme designed to develop the skills needed to work in the hairdressing industry. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Diploma in Hairdressing (NVQ) – Level 2 @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. Up to 16 hours a week over 1 year. This course builds on previous hairdressing experience, preparing you with the skills required for working in the hairdressing industry. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Diploma in Hairdressing(NVQ) – Level 3 @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. Up to 16 hours a week over 1 year. This course builds on the Level 2 enhancing knowledge for people already working in the hairdressing industry. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
The more you put in, the more you get outNikki Sharp is a professional stylist and voluntary hairdressing teacher at Barnet and Southgate College. This is her story.
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I wasn’t that academic at school so a vocational course really suited me at College as it was hands on and skills based. Nikki SharpHairdressing Level 2
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I’m studying for the Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) at Barnet and Southgate College whilst also working at the Spa on Barnet High Street.
I’m completing the course as part of my job which is to assess my work on reception at the Spa. Part of my beauty unit on the course is to cover reception duties. I’m currently the full-time day receptionist. My job involves answering and making phone calls, responding to emails, helping students with enquires, assessing students on reception, taking in deliveries, greeting clients, taking payments, cleaning reception, ordering stock, meetings, banking, doing the post run, organising events, updating display boards, creating promotion for events or offers and anything else that is happening in the spa; anything and everything, which I love.
I’ve worked in various customer service based jobs and I really find it rewarding. I enjoy helping others and making sure they get the best service from me and the company I work for, which is the Spa at Barnet and Southgate College. I have worked in schools and colleges on reception before, so when the opportunity came up to work within a beauty department at a college I thought it would be perfect, as that was already my background. I have discovered that working with young adults is also really rewarding and fun!
I really love my job, I really like working with the students and it’s great when they feel they can turn to you for advice. Having the mix of customer service and working with beauty students is really exciting. It has made me become more open and confident but it has also allowed me to expand my computer knowledge as I do a lot of promotion for the Spa. The team here are great and we are all very supportive of one another.
The SpaThe Spa is a commercial environment where all Beauty Students acquire the skills to take them forward into the world of work. Students study in the environment they will be working in. It comprises of two major elements; a commercial Spa and a training Spa.
The Spa Training includes three fully equipped beauty salons, a make-up studio, a spa area, a spray tan booth, a commercial reception and various treatment rooms. Approximately 200 students train in The Spa each year on professional courses that range from age 14+ at Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4. All students are taught by a professionally qualified and experienced team of staff who continually update their professional industry practice. The students and staff are committed to providing quality services to clients with excellent customer care and great end results that clients love. It may take a little longer but the results will be worth waiting for.
The Spa Training offers both male and female clients the most up to date services, carried out by students under lecturer supervision, including Microdermabrasion and Eyelash Extensions as well as top industry brands such as St Tropez, Gelicure, Gerard’s, MAC, Illamasqua, Lash FX and Skin Truth.
The commercial arm, The Spa, offers the finest indulgences at pleasing prices performed by qualified and accomplished therapists in a relaxed, Zen like environment.
Well known for bringing innovation to spa therapies, unique techniques combined with highly active products deliver a different, memorable and satisfying experience that you will be keen to repeat. We offer a broad and innovative treatment menu and are open: Thursday and Friday 14.00-20.00, Saturday from 10.00-16.30.
Appointments can be made by phoning 0208 275 5050, by emailing thespa@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk, or via The Spa reception.
A day in the life of a spa receptionistChloe Huckle is 23 and lives in Enfield.
I really love my job, I really like working with the students and it’s great when they feel they can turn to you for advice. Chloe HuckleReceptionist at The Spa
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I’m studying here from India, I did a lot of research online about different colleges in the UK and in the end I chose Barnet and Southgate College.
It was hard at first as there are a lot of procedures to comply with when you’re an international student but it was all clearly explained to me and I followed the
processes correctly and I was finally very pleased to be accepted as a student here.
I’m studying for the Spa Management course as eventually I want to return back to India and either open up my own spa or a chain of spas. I wanted to come to the UK to study a good course that will be well respected when I return to India. So far being an international student has been great and I’ve learnt so much about how a spa operates.
The Spa at Graseby House is a fully working spa open to the public, so we get first -hand experience of how a spa runs from the reception, to the facilities to how to manage clients and the business side of things.
The facilities here are great and as a student you also get to try the steam, sauna and spa treatments so that you can tell the client about what to expect. I particularly enjoy carrying out the treatments such as the body scrubs and working on the course projects.
All of the tutors are very helpful and friendly and they’ve given me a lot of support with everything. We practice treatments on each other and we will be working on real clients as well. The Spa has a lot of regular clients, which is good. The training has been really good and the fact that you have real clients really equips you with what to expect and gives you an understanding of how a spa manager works. I am learning great skills that I will take back to me to India. In five years’ time I hope to be a group spa manager in India looking after a number of spa facilities.
Information for International ApplicantsBarnet and Southgate College has Highly Trusted Sponsor status with the Home Office. This means we can sponsor students on Tier 4 Child and Tier 4 General Student Visas. The International Office is located at the Southgate Campus providing advice and guidance in choosing and applying for your course, help with finding accommodation, opening bank accounts, getting to know London and progression. We will support you through the duration of your study.
To contact the international office contact international@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk or call +442082455087 or download out International Guide from our website.
Related Courses:Spa Management HNC – Level 4 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 12 hours a week over 1 year. A programme for those who wish to work as a manager in the spa industry. #beauty #bsc
Spa Management HND – Level 5 @barnetsouthgate
Wood Street Campus. 12 hours a week over 1 year. A programme for those who wish to work as a manager in the spa industry following on from level 4. #beauty #bsc
Internationally renowned Sybil Rodrigues is an International student studying Level 4 Spa Management at The Spa.
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The facilities here are great and as a student you also get to try the steam, sauna and spa treatments so that you can tell the client about what to expect. Sybil RodriguesSpa Management, Level 4
It’s like anything, if you put the work in and are committed to what you do, the opportunities are endless. Julie HennesseyLecturer
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Spotlight on our Industry Specialists
The teachers Julie Hennessey has taught at Barnet and Southgate College for the past 10 years but maintains all her industry connections.
I teach all hairdressing levels and apprentices at the College, I love teaching here it’s really rewarding and I still love my job as I’m so passionate about the industry
and hairdressing. I maintain my own industry contacts as I used to work full-time as a hairdresser in London, it was for a high profile salon and we used to have a lot of celebrity and VIP customers. It was exciting to work as a stylist during London Fashion Week and to be going to five star London hotels and style the hair of visiting dignitaries’ wives or celebrities, on a regular basis. It was great to be using my skills and meeting new people. However, I now teach all of my students that it’s not all about the glamour, being a hairdresser is hard work, you’re on your feet all day, you have to be sociable – even on days when you’re not in the mood and it is long hours and weekend work, you’ve got to be passionate about it and care about your clients to be able to carry on and have a long term career.
I loved my own time at College so moving into teaching seemed like a good choice for me. I’ve been teaching here for over ten years now but I still work in a salon sometimes – most of the lecturers here keep their hand in somehow as it’s important to maintain your skills as a hairdresser. That’s why teaching here is so great; we have a lot of high profile stylists coming in to teach master classes to the students, such as Gary Baker, and it’s just as exciting for us as tutors to see them in action and learn from them. You never stop learning as a hairdresser.
Most of our students also work in a salon at least once a week, we actively encourage this and we help them with contacts and placements so they’re getting hands on salon experience as well as working in College in the Salon based at Grahame Park. This is a fully working salon with paying customers so again it’s the ideal opportunity to build up a client base and work on techniques and styles. Alongside this the students learn the theory and skills associated with the industry.
The College also works closely with Chris & Sons, Babyliss, and Mizami on student
competitions and theme nights. We run a vibrant hairdressing department and we like to encourage the students to keep up with current trends and fashions as we enter a lot of the regional and national competitions, and we’ve done really well over the years. One of our apprentices is about to fly off to Spain to have the opportunity to to take part in an international hairdressing competition, and another has just opened his own salon in Maida Vale. It’s like anything, if you put the work in and are committed to what you do, the opportunities are endless. The Salon has been running at Grahame Park for the last 15 years so we have a lot of regular clients and it’s a buzzing atmosphere, we have a great relationship with the students and I love teaching and working here.
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Grahame Park Campus. 3 hours a week over 12 weeks. An introduction to hair extensions for those who want to gain an additional hairdressing skill. #hairdressing #hair #bsc
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Grahame Park Campus. 3 hours a week over 12 weeks. For those hairdressers who lack confidence in colouring #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Long Hair Workshop @barnetsouthgate
Grahame Park Campus. 3 hours a week over 12 weeks. For those hairdressers who want to gain more confidence in dressing long hair #hairdressing #hair #bsc
Appointments can be made at The Salon by phoning 020 8266 4080, by emailing TheSalon@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk, or via The Salon reception.
I was so impressed with the new facilities at the Wood Street campus and with the concept of the Spa, which is open to the public as customers. Zaharina DobrevaBeauty Therapy Level 3
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The REED NCFE initiative exclusively offers Barnet and Southgate College students access to local vacancies and jobs that are rarely advertised.
They also provide tailored training in the skills you will need specifically for these jobs, to help ensure maximum employability once you have completed your studies at college. They train students to understand how the world of work operates; they’re taught how to think and behave in a work environment, improve their interview skills and given bespoke careers advice and work experience.
Katie-Jo Richings is 26 and REED NCFE helped her to secure permanent employment once she finished her studies, this is her story.I live in Colindale and I studied beauty therapy at The Spa, I chose Barnet and Southgate College because it was the closest to where I lived.
I finished my course last July 2013 but REED NCFE Employment Zone on campus at College helped me find the right job for me after my course ended and even helped me set up the interviews. I’m now working for Storksen nail lounge thanks to REED NCFE and the College, which is great, I love my job and I am thankful to REED NCFE as they’ve helped me to further my career in the beauty industry.
The teaching and training at College was really good and I learnt a lot, when I struggled the staff were really patient and gave me the correct support. In fact one day in the future I’d like to further my own career in teaching beauty, but at the moment I’m just enjoying working in an industry I love.
I’ve recommended the College to so many people because I had such a good experience here and I actually ended up getting a job doing something I love. I’m also a mum and I’ve got two children and the College even supported me with childcare advice, which let me find the time to study and do my course. At the end of the day REED NCFE were a bonus to studying for the course, the main thing they did was that they really helped me to be more confident with interviews and dealing with new people. If it wasn’t for REED NCFE on campus at College supporting me and giving me the right tips and advice and help with my CV, I wouldn’t have got the job at Storksen nail lounge.
Zaharina Dobreva is 28 years old. REED NCFE helped her with her CV and interview skills, enabling her to get a part time job in a local beauty salon whilst she continues with her studies. This is her story.I’m currently studying for the Level 3 in Beauty Therapy qualification at Wood Street Campus, based at the Spa in Graseby House. I’m originally from Bulgaria and I came to England to get the Level 2 Beauty qualification. After looking around I decided that Barnet and Southgate College was the best option for me. I was so impressed with the new facilities at the Wood Street Campus and with the concept of the Spa, which is open to the public as customers.
This really gives the students real-life working experience, it’s like coming to work and helping clients, not just studying. The course is very well structured and the standards and professionalism are extremely high. I had a wonderful experience during my first year and I gained so much confidence and so many new skills with the help from the very caring and supportive beauty tutors.
The College tutors really inspired and encouraged me to work hard. As a result I was thrilled to be awarded Student of the Year 2013, at the annual Student Achievement Awards held at Middlesex University. This was just the icing on the cake before finishing my Level 2 qualification, which is when I also registered with the College’s REED NCFE Employment Zone, this is based on campus at Wood Street near to the Spa at Graseby House.
The REED NCFE Employment Zone gives enrolled students access to exclusive local job vacancies and they have the right expertise to help you succeed in getting the available jobs. The REED NCFE staff are always professional and friendly. They helped me with my CV writing and structure and helped prepare me with the right skills for job interviews. They met with all my needs and best of all helped me find a part -time job in a local beauty salon, which has been so great for my experience. I highly recommend Barnet and Southgate College and the REED NCFE service.
The only college in London offering access to real jobs with REED NCFE
Employment and Enterprise ZoneFind us @ Barnet and Southgate College G Block, Wood Street Campus High Barnet EN5 4AZ
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I’m on the Level 3 Hairdressing course and it has been great so far, but it has been difficult at times for me, thankfully with the help of the head of hairdressing and my
tutors I’ve made it to Level 3, they really did give me a second chance at College.
I wasn’t very good at school and I’m not proud of the fact that I left without any qualifications but coming to College really gave me another chance to prove myself. I decided that life was too short and that I was fed up of giving school teachers back chat and wanted to come to College and start again.
I started on the Entry Level Hairdressing course and worked my way up to Level 3. There’s a lot more work involved as a Level 3 student, but with the teamwork of the tutors and students we get through it. There is such a positive attitude in the Salon and such a good feeling, it’s great. I’ve also had a lot of work experience since I’ve been at the College, working in four different hairdressing salons as well as working in the Salon here at College. I’m currently looking for a fifth salon that’s a bit closer to home for me. Sometimes in a salon as you’re the junior stylist, you do get some competition with some of the more senior hairdressers but here at College we’re all equal and training together.
I have my own regular clients at the College Salon, they’re all really nice and treat you with respect, I just love the atmosphere here as we’re all treated equally, whatever level we’re on and it teaches us a lot about working in a professional salon we all know what to expect and how to treat people.
We get a lot of support from the tutors and once a week we have a supported learning session to discuss any help that we may need with anything on the course – the tutors are always there to help you and give you the advice you need – it’s all about helping each other amongst all the students and staff.
If I were to sum up the Hairdressing department it would be – teamwork - we’re all one massive family in a very big building working together. Ultimately I’d like to have my own salon one day and continue with Hairdressing after my course.
Second chance to succeedNatalie Brown is a Level 3 Hairdressing student. School just wasn’t working out for her, but coming to College turned things around.
I wasn’t very good at school and I’m not proud of the fact that I left without any qualifications but coming to College really gave me another chance to prove myself. Natalie BrownHairdressing Level 3
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I got into the beauty industry by completing the HND in Beauty Therapy and Health Studies and then I completed a degree which was the B.A. (Hons.) in
Fashion Management at the London College of Fashion.
After my degree I worked at the Savoy Hotel as a beauty therapist and then went onto work for Espa in Harvey Nichols. It was from here that I was head hunted to start up the Brow Bar in Harrods. I was actually head hunted by Estee Lauder to work in Harrods, which was incredibly unexpected but it was a fantastic accomplishment for me to begin this new chapter and make this new aspect of the business work for Harrods, which was back in 2004.
It was at this time that I also looked into establishing my career in teaching and I started as a part-time sessional lecturer at Barnet and Southgate College in 2005, I’m now a full-time permanent lecturer here at the College and I’m proud to have been teaching here for the last nine years.
I’m based at ‘The Spa’, which is a new purpose-built spa and beauty salon in Graseby House, adjacent to the Wood Street Campus in High Barnet. Having access to and training in industry standard facilities improves the students’ employability once they’ve completed their course, with full and part-time courses in everything from beauty therapy, hairdressing, nail art, massage, specialist and media make-up. Our students also receive support in arranging work experience opportunities, which often leads them onto full or part-time employment.
I still work in Harrods to enable me to keep my industry experience relevant. I still love the interaction with the students and being able to pass on my relevant knowledge of the industry onto them, this also helps them to be more successful with their careers, as it helps them understand what is expected of them once they’re employed.
In fact, I always tell the students to try and work hard and be the best in their job, to aim high and become the expert in your treatments and try to build a good relationship with your clients and colleagues. You’ll need to be prepared to work hard whatever you do and whatever the course, but if you succeed in a beauty career you’ll have the opportunity to work all over the world within this industry so there’ll always be opportunities out there and you’ll always have the option to work for yourself or for a company, which can sometimes be very flexible part-time or full-time hours.
Whatever they do I also try and encourage my students to be aware of the new beauty and fashion trends in the industry to help them stay ahead of what’s happening. It really is an exciting industry to be part of and I wouldn’t change what I do for the world. I love my job – both of them; working for Harrods and as a lecturer for Barnet and Southgate College.
Spotlight on our Industry Specialists
The teachers Maria Western is a Brow Bar Advisor at Harrods and Beauty Lecturer at Barnet and Southgate College, this is her story.
Having access to and training in industry standard facilities improves the students’ employability once they’ve completed their course. Maria WesternBeauty Lecturer
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Calendar of events Events, shows, competitions and trips are a crucial part of studying here, any opportunity to expose your work to an audience is key. Here is just a snapshot of some of the events that you would get a chance to take part in if you choose to study Hair and Beauty here at Barnet and Southgate College.
Month Event Curriculum
September Olympia Beauty Exhibition Beauty
October Brent Cross Shopping Centre Creative show Art & Design, Hairdressing & Beauty
October Salon International Exhibition Excel London Hairdressing
November Skills London, Hair and Beauty skills stand Hairdressing & Beauty
December Day with Corioliss (Tools and Equipment) Hairdressing
February International Spa Trip Beauty
February Balmain Hair Extension Training Day Hairdressing
March Internal Hairdressing and Beauty competition Hairdressing and Beauty
March Excel Hair and Beauty Exhibition Hairdressing & Beauty
March Caribbean evening (Mizani hair products) Hairdressing
March Macadamia Hair Product Knowledge Day Hairdressing
April Overseas Trip to Barcelona Hairdressing
April Chris and Sons Competition Hairdressing
April Diva Day Hairdressing
July Internal Beauty Awards Ceremony Beauty
July Student Orientation Days Art & Design, Hairdressing & Beauty
July Student Graduation Hairdressing
Although it is very tiring, I do enjoy my job, and the College did help me prepare for both the business side and creative side of the salon. Mary Al-KhudriNVQ in Hairdressing Level 2 and 3
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I came to Barnet and Southgate College as a mature student, I’m 52 years old now and live in Kingsbury. I completed the NVQ levels 2 and 3 in Hairdressing at the
Grahame Park Campus, as well as completing extra cutting and colour courses. So I actually started at the College nine years ago and finished three years ago.
I found out about my course through a College prospectus I picked up at an open day, I’d already completed a City and Guilds qualification in hairdressing back in 1979 but I needed to refresh and further my knowledge. The course was very good and the teaching was great. It really gave me back my confidence and encouraged me to learn more about the industry.
I now have my own hair and beauty salon, called Salon Hijab on Honeypot Lane in Stanmore. It is a unique salon as it is the first salon that caters for the women wearing the hijab, it was established six years ago and has proved to be very successful. As an English convert to Islam, I noticed that our sisters struggled to find a salon that was secluded and professional. Throughout my career, I have met a lot of professional sisters, and thought that it would be a good idea to invite them to join me in making a hair and beauty spa that would make our sisters feel special. Our hair and beauty professionals offer an extensive choice of services from hair styling to all manner of beauty treatments and specialist bridal services. I currently employ ten women, all of whom are very talented and fully certified. The business has become a recognised brand and covers a clientele all over the UK. The business grew slowly at first, as it was a small salon but now we are a very large salon in Stanmore that includes a hammam spa which has a separate salon for our brides.
Although it is very tiring, I do enjoy my job, and the College did help me prepare for both the business side and creative side of the salon. Health and safety plays a major part in this business and this I learnt at Barnet and Southgate College, although I hated learning it at the time I now realise how important it is. The College assessed me and advised me to take the NVQ level 2 although I already had my City & Guilds equivalent, but due to new trends and chemicals it was a wise decision to make and I thank the College. I have now become not only an experienced hairdresser but also I hope a successful business woman and in the future I hope to focus more on the business side of the salon with my fully trained hairdressers taking my place on the shop floor.
www.salonhijab.co.uk
Becoming a successful business woman Mary Al-Khudri returned to study to refresh her skills, it gave her back confidence and resulted in her opening her own salon.
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Contact our School Liaison TeamOur experienced School Liaison Officers can visit your school to give support and guidance on the many options available to students when they leave school.
We offer bespoke “have a go” taster sessions that can take place at school or we can coordinate large group visits to our 3 main campuses, where students will get to experience a real college environment and “have a go” at a range of exciting career options, from hairdressing to engineering. Alternatively we can simply attend your careers and options days or visit school assemblies with a targeted presentations to suit your needs.
Meet our School Liaison team• Have a go sessions • Help completing applications
• Your assemblies • Open days
• Options days • Careers day
Dionne WilliamsonCareers Adviser
As the Colleges careers specialist Dionne can help answer all of the difficult and challenging questions students may have, what are my career options, what happens next and what do I do if I don’t get my results?
Dionne.Williamson@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk020 8200 8300
Elizabeth ScottCurriculum Manager for Creative Industries
Elizabeth specialises in our Hairdressing curriculum and can help coordinate school curriculum visits to clarify the many study routes available beyond school.
Elizabeth.Scott@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk020 8200 8300
Sue BakerCurriculum Manager for A LevelsGCSEs and Science
Sue specialises in our academic curriculum and can help coordinate school curriculum visits to clarify the many study routes available beyond school.
Sue.Baker@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk020 8200 8300
James PageEvents Planner & School Liaison Team Coordinator
James is your first port of call to coordinate any School Liaison events and have a go sessions. If you’re not sure of your requirements or think you have a tricky request please contact him and he will be happy to help out. He can also assist with requests for College brochures, marketing and promotional materials.
James.Page@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk020 8200 8300
Nicholas NanikhanCollege Sports Maker
Nicholas is our sports enrichment expert and is responsible for coordinating all our sports activities at College from our basketball, football and netball clubs to insanity aerobics, you can follow all the action and updates from Nicholas @bsc_sport
Nicholas.Nanikhan@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk020 8200 8300
James EdgerleySports Development & Commercial Officer
James coordinates the College’s many sports industry partnerships and can bring to life the career options available within the sports industry as well an insight into our work with employers.
James.Edgerley@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk020 8200 8300
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Fun Stuff Joining a club or society is a great way to meet new people, have fun and be part of College life.
Zumba Southgate Campus Gym Badminton ClubTable Tennis ClubVolleyball TuesdaysJogging ClubFootball ClubNetball ClubBoxing Classes
Basketball ClubInsanity AerobicsTable Tennis
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CLUBImprove your communication and advocacy skills with our debating club.
ARTBlue Beanz Art Gallery, for learners with learning difficulties and disabilities and Arts 89, for mental health students.
Get nominated for an award at our annual black tie do!
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PLACEMENTSWORKWe work with a large network of local employers and advertise voluntary and paid work experience opportunities to our students. We also offer support to students on work placement and guide them on how to make the most out of work opportunities.
ESOLConversation groupsHave fun and meet people from all over the world while practising your spoken English.
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Meet Industry experts from a host of fields, and get support entering industry competitions
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Get Digital!Before you start your course, we will be asking you to complete an online induction specific to your course. Go online and take a look: http://tinyurl.com/qgfzepg
We look forward to welcoming you to the world of online and blended learning.Angela Rideau, E-learning Coordinator.
Access 24/7, whenever, wherever
Download coursematerials andassignments
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Fun Stuff Joining a club or society is a great way to meet new people, have fun and be part of College life.
Zumba Southgate Campus Gym Badminton ClubTable Tennis ClubVolleyball TuesdaysJogging ClubFootball ClubNetball ClubBoxing Classes
Basketball ClubInsanity AerobicsTable Tennis
Follow @bsc_sport
DEBATING
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ARTBlue Beanz Art Gallery, for learners with learning difficulties and disabilities and Arts 89, for mental health students.
Get nominated for an award at our annual black tie do!
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StarbucksA great place to meet for a coffee and a chat between classes.
PLACEMENTSWORKWe work with a large network of local employers and advertise voluntary and paid work experience opportunities to our students. We also offer support to students on work placement and guide them on how to make the most out of work opportunities.
ESOLConversation groupsHave fun and meet people from all over the world while practising your spoken English.
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Meet Industry experts from a host of fields, and get support entering industry competitions
Vouchers and Kobo e-reader to be won.
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10%SAVINGat The Salon, The Spa and The Restaurant.
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Parent PowerFrom September 2013 the education leaving age rose to 17 and from 2015 it will rise again, to 18. However, post 16 education doesn’t just mean staying at school full-time: your child can stay at school, go to college, or take up an apprenticeship or a part-time training course. They can earn money and learn new skills at the same time if they want to.
Our A Level department is the second largest provider in the Barnet and Enfield areas, which provides those who wish to progress onto Higher
Education a clear route. However, for many students academic routes are not the most appropriate option; with an increasing number of vocational and professional education programmes on offer there are now other exciting pathways which lead students to greater success and fulfilment in their working life.
A recent Edge Foundation survey discovered that many young people are being actively discouraged from opting for vocational and professional education - with just a quarter of parents (27%) judging it to be worthwhile*. This is despite evidence that people who choose a practical, hands-on approach to learning are as fulfilled as people who took an academic route.**
Additionally, research from the 2012 First Steps to Wealth Report, illustrates that the lifetime earnings of a graduate are comparable with the lifetime earnings of many former apprentices - for example construction apprentices earn a total of £1,504,000 over their life time compared with £1,612,000 for a graduate,*** dispelling the fear that university degrees lead to much higher life time incomes.
The survey identified that many students (22%) are being advised by parents and schools that they are ‘too clever’ for vocational and professional education. Only half (51%) of parents encouraged their child’s choice to pursue vocational qualifications, compared to three quarters (74%) who were happy to support their child through an academic route.
This highlights a growing problem: you as parents are not getting access to the most up to date career information to allow you to make informed choices about your children’s future. We understand that parents remain the biggest influence on their children’s education (44%), so we need to equip you with the knowledge and skills to be able to give sound, informed advice about the options available for you child.
There continues to be a stigma attached to vocational and professional education which is unfounded. This country has a huge challenge ahead in ensuring that our children are equipped with the right skills to ensure a successful workforce of the future, and parents are part of that journey. It is essential that parents understand the future job market and therefore enable and encourage their children to train appropriately so they do not become another number in the endless list of university graduates that cannot secure employment.
Recent independent research commissioned by the Association of Colleges (AoC) found that many parents admit they struggle to give their child the right advise when it comes to the world of work. The Barnet and Southgate College REED NCFE Employment Zone has been developed with this research in mind. At the REED NCFE Employment Zone students are professionally guided to help them find the right job after their course, and they are taught how to think and behave in a work environment. This is done via work placements, interview training, CV writing skills and specialist careers advice as well as sessions run by employers within their subject area. In a recent survey of 1,264 employers conducted by REED, 97% put the workplace ‘mind-set’ element ahead of skills, as something they look for when recruiting. In a further study of 30,000 CVs, REED found that demonstrating a workplace mind-set on a CV “tripled your chances of getting and keeping” the best job.
Barnet and Southgate College recognise parents as a valuable source of information to help us provide you with the detail to make an informed choice about your child’s future education and progress. We want to know what is it you want from us in terms of advice and guidance and how we can help you to better advice your children? With this in mind we have developed various communications channels for you to engage with us.
A parents’ webpage: http://www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/information-for-parents
a parents’ Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BarnetSouthgateParents
and look out for our Parents’ Survey, coming soon!
To encourage you to engage with us we often offer prize draws for survey entrants, these include track days, short culinary arts courses, spa treatments and many more – so it’s worthwhile! Let us know what you want, and what you think.
The Edge Foundation Survey*Research conducted by OnePoll in January 2014, surveyed 2,230 people aged 18-35 in full time employment in the UK.
**Respondents were asked to score on a scale of 1-10 (where 10 = happiest)
***Research sourced from the First Steps to Wealth Report, published in 2012
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Getting the right advice for your child“It is essential that parents understand the future job market and therefore enable and encourage their children to train appropriately.”
There are five careers advisors at Barnet and Southgate College, two are based at Wood Street, two at Southgate and one at Grahame Park.
Members of our team also work at Edmonton Green, Child’s Hill Library and Burnt Oak Community Centre.
The essence of careers guidance is helping people to make decisions about learning and work, and to manage their career progress. Advisers do this through offering one-to-one help and delivering group workshops. Our aim is to give students a full picture of their options, talk through the pros and cons and help each student to identify the best course for them.
Some common questions students ask are: What are my options for next year, What should I study at university, Can you check my personal statement, Would you have a look at my CV, What jobs can I get after this course and even: I want to earn lots of money but I don’t want to work very hard – what should I do?!
However, a fundamental part of the careers adviser’s code is impartiality. We are not a sales team working on behalf of the College and it’s not our job to sign up your child to College courses. Our role is to explore the full range of appropriate options with them, looking at the advantages and disadvantages and through this to help young people make decisions which are right for them – and that actually might not be to study on a course at Barnet and Southgate College.
We welcome parents to come in and talk to us with their child. In fact, this can be really helpful as parents know their children well and often have useful insight regarding what their children enjoy and are good at.
“I think we offer a number of things at College that schools just do not offer. I think we offer a wider range of opportunities in our mix of academic and vocational courses and consequently the chance to study something
new which is not available in school; a fresh start - a chance to define yourself as you wish, rather than conforming to other people’s established expectations of you; a chance to interact with a broader mix of people and to expand your horizons.
As part of our job we attend a number of external events such as Higher Education Fairs with students, and we also participate in school events. We are also starting to work at Employer Fairs this year so that students can meet employers and find out about jobs, apprenticeships, volunteering and training opportunities.
It’s important for us to connect with students at schools and within college. At the beginning of the academic year, the Learner Services team carry out induction talks with each group of new students. This gives us the opportunity to tell students about our services and how to find us. Class tutors can also sign up for further group talks which gives us the opportunity to reach more students. We cover things like Introduction to Higher Education, Alternatives to HE, Applying to University, Writing a Personal Statement, what to do next after your current course, Preparing for Interviews and Career opportunities in specific fields and Progression.
Sometimes students sign up for a course which really doesn’t suit them which can easily lead to de-motivation and under performance. We can help support them to identify better options and channel their energies into something they are more enthusiastic about. We are here to help them take the next step, whether that’s Higher Education, another further education course, an apprenticeship or employment.
We also help to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to put their career plans into action so that they can get into the courses for the job they want.”
Susan Jackson, Careers Advisor
I love my job. I meet a variety of people at different stages in their lives and with such a wide range of needs and ambitions. There’s always something new to learn and I receive continuous on-going training and this has all sorts of benefits. For example, I recently went to an event at a local university which was focused on nursing and midwifery. Learning about what makes a high calibre applicant for these degrees has really helped me when advising clients and giving mock interviews.
I think employers these days are looking for a work ‘mind-set’ and by that I mean a willingness to turn up on time, focus on the task and apply themselves, a readiness to muck in and do both the humble and the more complex tasks, a willingness to learn and to sometimes put up with the odd mundane task. Everyone has to start somewhere.
I’ve been working at the College for nearly two years and there have been so many good things about this job but two in particular that stand out to me is when a student walks out of your office with a smile on their face because they have a plan and they’re excited about it and secondly when they rush up to you in the corridor to tell you that they’ve been offered a place on the course they wanted or have got the job that they went for, it’s very rewarding indeed.
Parent PowerFrom September 2013 the education leaving age rose to 17 and from 2015 it will rise again, to 18. However, post 16 education doesn’t just mean staying at school full-time: your child can stay at school, go to college, or take up an apprenticeship or a part-time training course. They can earn money and learn new skills at the same time if they want to.
Our A Level department is the second largest provider in the Barnet and Enfield areas, which provides those who wish to progress onto Higher
Education a clear route. However, for many students academic routes are not the most appropriate option; with an increasing number of vocational and professional education programmes on offer there are now other exciting pathways which lead students to greater success and fulfilment in their working life.
A recent Edge Foundation survey discovered that many young people are being actively discouraged from opting for vocational and professional education - with just a quarter of parents (27%) judging it to be worthwhile*. This is despite evidence that people who choose a practical, hands-on approach to learning are as fulfilled as people who took an academic route.**
Additionally, research from the 2012 First Steps to Wealth Report, illustrates that the lifetime earnings of a graduate are comparable with the lifetime earnings of many former apprentices - for example construction apprentices earn a total of £1,504,000 over their life time compared with £1,612,000 for a graduate,*** dispelling the fear that university degrees lead to much higher life time incomes.
The survey identified that many students (22%) are being advised by parents and schools that they are ‘too clever’ for vocational and professional education. Only half (51%) of parents encouraged their child’s choice to pursue vocational qualifications, compared to three quarters (74%) who were happy to support their child through an academic route.
This highlights a growing problem: you as parents are not getting access to the most up to date career information to allow you to make informed choices about your children’s future. We understand that parents remain the biggest influence on their children’s education (44%), so we need to equip you with the knowledge and skills to be able to give sound, informed advice about the options available for you child.
There continues to be a stigma attached to vocational and professional education which is unfounded. This country has a huge challenge ahead in ensuring that our children are equipped with the right skills to ensure a successful workforce of the future, and parents are part of that journey. It is essential that parents understand the future job market and therefore enable and encourage their children to train appropriately so they do not become another number in the endless list of university graduates that cannot secure employment.
Recent independent research commissioned by the Association of Colleges (AoC) found that many parents admit they struggle to give their child the right advise when it comes to the world of work. The Barnet and Southgate College REED NCFE Employment Zone has been developed with this research in mind. At the REED NCFE Employment Zone students are professionally guided to help them find the right job after their course, and they are taught how to think and behave in a work environment. This is done via work placements, interview training, CV writing skills and specialist careers advice as well as sessions run by employers within their subject area. In a recent survey of 1,264 employers conducted by REED, 97% put the workplace ‘mind-set’ element ahead of skills, as something they look for when recruiting. In a further study of 30,000 CVs, REED found that demonstrating a workplace mind-set on a CV “tripled your chances of getting and keeping” the best job.
Barnet and Southgate College recognise parents as a valuable source of information to help us provide you with the detail to make an informed choice about your child’s future education and progress. We want to know what is it you want from us in terms of advice and guidance and how we can help you to better advice your children? With this in mind we have developed various communications channels for you to engage with us.
A parents’ webpage: http://www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/information-for-parents
a parents’ Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BarnetSouthgateParents
and look out for our Parents’ Survey, coming soon!
To encourage you to engage with us we often offer prize draws for survey entrants, these include track days, short culinary arts courses, spa treatments and many more – so it’s worthwhile! Let us know what you want, and what you think.
The Edge Foundation Survey*Research conducted by OnePoll in January 2014, surveyed 2,230 people aged 18-35 in full time employment in the UK.
**Respondents were asked to score on a scale of 1-10 (where 10 = happiest)
***Research sourced from the First Steps to Wealth Report, published in 2012
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Our Study CentresBarnet and Southgate College features many state-of-the-art facilities, The Salon, a fully working commercial hairdressing salon and The Spa, a purpose built spa and beauty salon incorporating a sauna, steam room, dry floatation tank, spray tanning booth and a relaxation area.
Qualifications UnpickedA guide to qualifications and levels.
What is a BTEC?BTEC courses...• Give you specialist, practical skills,
knowledge and understanding of a specific job area
• Include lots of theory and written work, but some practical, hands on tasks too
How long does a BTEC last?• Level 1 = 1 year
• Level 2 = 1 year
• Level 3* = 2 years
* In the first year you will study 90 credits in some instances and if successful will progress onto the 2nd year completing an Extended Diploma.
How is a BTEC assessed?• Most BTECs are assessed through
coursework, although, on some subjects there are now some external assessment requirements
Can I study anything else with a BTEC?• Possibly GCSEs in English/Maths or
Functional Skills
• Possibly A Level/s with a BTEC Level 3
What can I do after a BTEC?• Further study (including Higher Education),
training or employment
Who might BTECs be suitable for?• Those who have an idea about their future
career and the subject area they need to study
• Those who are better at coursework than exams
• Those who wish to keep Higher Education as an option (after Level 3)
What are Vocational Courses?Vocational courses...• Give you skills and knowledge in a particular
subject for a specific job/employment job/employment sector
• Are more practical than A Levels or BTECs
• Help you gain a recognised qualification for the industry you wish to work in
What are examples of vocational qualifications?• Diploma, NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds, AAT,
CACHE Diploma
How long does a course last?• 1 year for each level
How is a vocational qualification assessed?• Vocational courses are assessed by a
mixture of coursework and practical and written assessments and external assessments
Can I study anything else with a vocational course?• Possibly Functional Skills or GCSEs
English/Maths
What can I do after a vocational course?• Further study, training or employment
Who might a vocational course be suitable for?• Those who know exactly what job they
wish to go into and want to develop some relevant skills for this
• Those who are fairly practical
• Those who are not particularly interested in Higher Education as an option
What is a Technical Baccalaureate?Technical Baccalaureates... • Are Level 3 vocational programmes which
include 3 important elements:
• A high-quality level 3 vocational qualification - recognised and endorsed by industry
• A level 3 ̀maths’ qualification
• The extended project qualification, which develops and test students’ skills in extended writing, communication, research, and self-discipline and self-motivation
This new vocational pathway provides young people aspiring to a vocational career a first-class alternative to the more traditional A Level route, ensuring they leave college with both high level technical and employability skills needed for successful progression into the workplace.
What are Apprenticeships?Apprenticeships...• Provide on-the-job training where you
undertake work with an employer and are released for a proportion of the time to undertake your studies. Apprentices are paid at least minimum wage
What qualification would I get?• A NVQ Level 2, 3 , 4 or 5
How long does an apprenticeship last?• Depends on you, your employer and the job
area (3 months - 3 years)
How is an apprenticeship assessed?• A mixture of practical and written
assessments which are used to slowly build up a portfolio of work
Will I study anything else with an apprenticeship?• Functional Skills e.g. English, Maths, IT
What can I do after and apprenticeship?• Employment or higher level apprenticeship
Who might an apprenticeship be suitable for?• Those who want to work, earn and study at
the same time
• Those who know exactly what job they wish to go into
• Those who want to develop work-related skills and experience through an employer whilst gaining a qualification
• Those who are fairly practical
What are Traineeships?Traineeships...• Are a pre-apprenticeship option for those who are not quite ready for an apprenticeship. Traineeships provide work preparation training, English and maths support (if required) and a work experience placement with an employer.
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What are A Levels? A Levels...• Involve study of general academic subjects
at Level 3
How long does an A Level course last?• 2 years: usually study 3 or 4 AS Levels in the
1st year and 3 A2 Levels in 2nd Year.
How are A Levels assessed?• A Levels are assessed mainly by exams, but
can include course work for some subjects.
Can I study anything else whilst I’m studying A Levels?• Possibly GCSE English/Maths or
Functional Skills
• Possibly a BTEC at Level 3 (Subsidiary Diploma)
What can I do after A Levels?• The majority of students progress onto
Higher Education either here at the College, or at university, however further training or employment is also an option
Who might A Levels be suitable for?• Those who want to keep career options open
• Those interested in careers where Higher Education qualifications are required, for which A levels are essential
• Those interested in progressing to Higher Education
• Those who are better at exams than course work
What are Access Courses?Access qualifications are...• Qualifications which prepare students for
study at university
• Qualifications for those who left school without qualifications such as A Levels, or those looking to gain promotion or change careers and require a Higher Education qualification to do so
• For applicants who are 19 years or above
What are Higher National Diplomas?HNDs are...• For those students wanting a practical route
to the workplace
• Work related Higher Education qualifications
• These are highly-valued by employers
What are Foundation Degrees?Foundation Degrees are...• An alternative to university with practical
and industry related elements. They are equivalent to the first 2 years of a degree; and you would complete your final year at university
• Designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge that businesses are looking for
• An alternative route into Higher Education
What are Higher Education Certificates?Our Higher Education Certificates are...• Certificates designed to give you the skills
and knowledge required by employers
• Our HE Certificates are run in conjunction with Middlesex University and will enable you to progress into Higher Education with this institution.
What are Professional Programmes?Professional Programmes are...• For those who know the profession they
want to work within and need a certain qualification to do so, or are trying to progress within their job
• For those who would like to change careers and need a qualification to help them do so
What are Teacher Training qualifications?Teacher Training qualifications are...• For students who want to teach in primary,
secondary, further or Higher Education.
Entry Requirements for coursesTo study at Level 1 you will need to have gained:• Good level of literacy and numeracy
• Some GCSEs grades A* E for some courses or an Entry Level qualification
To study at Level 2 you will need to have gained:• A minimum of 2 GCSEs grades at A*- D, or a
Level 1 qualification
These may need to include particular subjects and/or Level 1 literacy/numeracy
To study at Level 3 you will need to have gained:• 5-6 GCSEs grades at A*- C, or a Level 2
qualification
These may need to include particular subjects such as English and Maths, and/or possibly B grades in some subjects
For study at Level 4 or 5:There are no clearly defined entry requirements as many different factors are taken into account, including work experience, life experience and previous study. This will all be discussed with you at your interview.
If you are unsure about what Level you should be studying, our staff will help you at your interview or speak to one of our Customer Service Advisors who will be able to help you in setting up an appointment with our Careers Advisors.
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HEHEACCESSEE TRAINEESHIPQualifications UnpickedA guide to qualifications and levels.
What is a BTEC?BTEC courses...• Give you specialist, practical skills,
knowledge and understanding of a specific job area
• Include lots of theory and written work, but some practical, hands on tasks too
How long does a BTEC last?• Level 1 = 1 year
• Level 2 = 1 year
• Level 3* = 2 years
* In the first year you will study 90 credits in some instances and if successful will progress onto the 2nd year completing an Extended Diploma.
How is a BTEC assessed?• Most BTECs are assessed through
coursework, although, on some subjects there are now some external assessment requirements
Can I study anything else with a BTEC?• Possibly GCSEs in English/Maths or
Functional Skills
• Possibly A Level/s with a BTEC Level 3
What can I do after a BTEC?• Further study (including Higher Education),
training or employment
Who might BTECs be suitable for?• Those who have an idea about their future
career and the subject area they need to study
• Those who are better at coursework than exams
• Those who wish to keep Higher Education as an option (after Level 3)
What are Vocational Courses?Vocational courses...• Give you skills and knowledge in a particular
subject for a specific job/employment job/employment sector
• Are more practical than A Levels or BTECs
• Help you gain a recognised qualification for the industry you wish to work in
What are examples of vocational qualifications?• Diploma, NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds, AAT,
CACHE Diploma
How long does a course last?• 1 year for each level
How is a vocational qualification assessed?• Vocational courses are assessed by a
mixture of coursework and practical and written assessments and external assessments
Can I study anything else with a vocational course?• Possibly Functional Skills or GCSEs
English/Maths
What can I do after a vocational course?• Further study, training or employment
Who might a vocational course be suitable for?• Those who know exactly what job they
wish to go into and want to develop some relevant skills for this
• Those who are fairly practical
• Those who are not particularly interested in Higher Education as an option
What is a Technical Baccalaureate?Technical Baccalaureates... • Are Level 3 vocational programmes which
include 3 important elements:
• A high-quality level 3 vocational qualification - recognised and endorsed by industry
• A level 3 ̀maths’ qualification
• The extended project qualification, which develops and test students’ skills in extended writing, communication, research, and self-discipline and self-motivation
This new vocational pathway provides young people aspiring to a vocational career a first-class alternative to the more traditional A Level route, ensuring they leave college with both high level technical and employability skills needed for successful progression into the workplace.
What are Apprenticeships?Apprenticeships...• Provide on-the-job training where you
undertake work with an employer and are released for a proportion of the time to undertake your studies. Apprentices are paid at least minimum wage
What qualification would I get?• A NVQ Level 2, 3 , 4 or 5
How long does an apprenticeship last?• Depends on you, your employer and the job
area (3 months - 3 years)
How is an apprenticeship assessed?• A mixture of practical and written
assessments which are used to slowly build up a portfolio of work
Will I study anything else with an apprenticeship?• Functional Skills e.g. English, Maths, IT
What can I do after and apprenticeship?• Employment or higher level apprenticeship
Who might an apprenticeship be suitable for?• Those who want to work, earn and study at
the same time
• Those who know exactly what job they wish to go into
• Those who want to develop work-related skills and experience through an employer whilst gaining a qualification
• Those who are fairly practical
What are Traineeships?Traineeships...• Are a pre-apprenticeship option for those who are not quite ready for an apprenticeship. Traineeships provide work preparation training, English and maths support (if required) and a work experience placement with an employer.
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Your journey to enrolmentIf your course requires an interview, this is what you should expect. However some part time courses do not require an interview so you can go straight to enrolment.
STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3ENQUIRY WE WILL
INVITE YOU TO ATTEND AN
OPEN EVENT
Apply or enrol online via the apply button on our website.
Download application form and post to any campus.
Download application form and drop in to nearest campus.
ONLINE: ENQUIRY FORM
PHONE: 020 8266 4000
IN PERSON: AT AN EVENT
ONLINE: POST ON FACEBOOK
ONLINE: ASK ON TWITTER
PHONE: TEXT ‘1COL’ TO 88020
Bring proof of
portfolio of work if relevant.
Let us know if you can’t attend and we will set you a new date.
Make us aware of any support requirements you may have.
BY EMAIL
BY POST
APPLICATION INTERVIEW
BY SMS
BY SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
WE WILL INVITE YOU TO
A COURSE INTERVIEW
BY EMAIL
BY POST
BY SMS
BY SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
ONLINEBY PHONEIN PERSON
ONLINEBY PHONEIN PERSON
IN PERSON
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WE WILL REMIND YOU TO COME IN AND ENROL
BY EMAIL
BY SMS
BY SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
STEP 4 STEP 5
Go in person to the campus where your course takes place.
You must bring proof of ID,
reference if appropriate,and anything else that you have been asked to provide.
If you are an adult learner looking for fee discounts you must bring in up-to-date
If you are a paying learner enrolling on a course that doesn't need an interview you can enrol online or in person.
To secure your place you must bring in proof of results, reference or anything else you are asked for.
Unconditional means you can go straight to enrolment.
Referral means you will be refered to another department and have a new interview set up.
Conditional means that you have to meet
some conditions before you enrol. These could be a reference, exam
results or a combination and will be explained at your interview.
OFFER ENROLMENTWE WILL INVITE YOU
TO ATTEND A STUDENT
ORIENTATION OR TASTER EVENT AND
TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE INDUCTION ACTIVITY
BY EMAIL
BY POST
BY SMS
CONDITIONALUNCONDITIONAL REFERRAL
IN PERSON
Your journey to enrolmentIf your course requires an interview, this is what you should expect. However some part time courses do not require an interview so you can go straight to enrolment.
STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3ENQUIRY WE WILL
INVITE YOU TO ATTEND AN
OPEN EVENT
Apply or enrol online via the apply button on our website.
Download application form and post to any campus.
Download application form and drop in to nearest campus.
ONLINE: ENQUIRY FORM
PHONE: 020 8266 4000
IN PERSON: AT AN EVENT
ONLINE: POST ON FACEBOOK
ONLINE: ASK ON TWITTER
PHONE: TEXT ‘1COL’ TO 88020
Bring proof of
portfolio of work if relevant.
Let us know if you can’t attend and we will set you a new date.
Make us aware of any support requirements you may have.
BY EMAIL
BY POST
APPLICATION INTERVIEW
BY SMS
BY SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
WE WILL INVITE YOU TO
A COURSE INTERVIEW
BY EMAIL
BY POST
BY SMS
BY SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
ONLINEBY PHONEIN PERSON
ONLINEBY PHONEIN PERSON
IN PERSON
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How to find us
Wood Street Campus Wood StreetBarnet EN5 4AZTel: 020 8200 8300Tube: High Barnet (Northern Line, Zone 5)Bus: 34, 84, 107, 184, 234, 263, 307, 326, 384, 389
Grahame Park CampusGrahame Park WayLondon NW9 5RATel: 020 8200 8300Car: On-site parking available.Tube & Train: Colindale (Northern Line, Zone 4) and Mill Hill Broadway (Thameslink) are just a 20 minute walk or a bus ride away.Bus: 113, 186, 204, 221, 302, 303, 382
Southgate Campus High StreetSouthgateLondon N14 6BSTel: 020 8200 8300 Tube: Southgate (Piccadilly line, Zone 4). The Southgate Campus is approximately 200m/2 minutes walk from the station.Bus: W6, W9,121,125, 298, 299, 382
Edmonton Green Campus 2nd Floor23 St. George’s ChambersSouth MallEdmonton GreenLondon N9 0TSTel: 020 8345 7209Train: Edmonton Green (Greater Anglia)Bus: 102, 144, 149, 191, 192, 259, 279, 349, 491, W6, W8
Hospitality House11-59 High RoadEast FinchleyLondon N2 8ABReception@hospitalityhouse.co.ukTel: 020 3074 1200Car: Parking available for £5 per day.Tube: East Finchley (Northern Line, Zone 3) Hospitality House is located directly opposite the station.Bus: H3, 102, 143, 234, 263, 603
SCBPUnit 1Baird RoadEnfield EN1 1SJTel: 0208 443 3821info@scbp.co.uk Car: On-site parking available Train: Southbury Station (Greater Anglia), SCBP is a 5 minute walk from the stationBus: 121, 191, 307, 313
Barnet
Enfield
OakleighPark
Cockfosters
OakwoodHigh
Barnet
Totteridge &Whetstone
WoodsidePark
West Finchley
East Finchley
FinchleyCentral
Mill HillEast
Mill Hill Broadway
Hendon
HendonCentral
Colindale
BurntOak
EdmontonGreen
Silver Street
White HartLane
BruceGrove
Southgate
PalmersGreen
Bowes Park
AlexandraPalace
Hornsey
Wood Green
TurnpikeLane
ArnosGrove
BoundsGreen
WinchmoreHill
Grange Park
Enfield ChaseEnfield Town
Bush HillPark
Southbury
TurkeyStreet
GordonHill
Crews Hill
M25M25
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M1
M25
NewBarnet
HadleyWood
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Wood Street Campus Wood StreetBarnet EN5 4AZTel: 020 8200 8300Tube: High Barnet (Northern Line, Zone 5)Bus: 34, 84, 107, 184, 234, 263, 307, 326, 384, 389
Grahame Park CampusGrahame Park WayLondon NW9 5RATel: 020 8200 8300Car: On-site parking available.Tube & Train: Colindale (Northern Line, Zone 4) and Mill Hill Broadway (Thameslink) are just a 20 minute walk or a bus ride away.Bus: 113, 186, 204, 221, 302, 303, 382
Southgate Campus High StreetSouthgateLondon N14 6BSTel: 020 8200 8300 Tube: Southgate (Piccadilly line, Zone 4). The Southgate Campus is approximately 200m/2 minutes walk from the station.Bus: W6, W9,121,125, 298, 299, 382
Edmonton Green Campus 2nd Floor23 St. George’s ChambersSouth MallEdmonton GreenLondon N9 0TSTel: 020 8345 7209Train: Edmonton Green (Greater Anglia)Bus: 102, 144, 149, 191, 192, 259, 279, 349, 491, W6, W8
Hospitality House11-59 High RoadEast FinchleyLondon N2 8ABReception@hospitalityhouse.co.ukTel: 020 3074 1200Car: Parking available for £5 per day.Tube: East Finchley (Northern Line, Zone 3) Hospitality House is located directly opposite the station.Bus: H3, 102, 143, 234, 263, 603
SCBPUnit 1Baird RoadEnfield EN1 1SJTel: 0208 443 3821info@scbp.co.uk Car: On-site parking available Train: Southbury Station (Greater Anglia), SCBP is a 5 minute walk from the stationBus: 121, 191, 307, 313
Barnet
Enfield
OakleighPark
Cockfosters
OakwoodHigh
Barnet
Totteridge &Whetstone
WoodsidePark
West Finchley
East Finchley
FinchleyCentral
Mill HillEast
Mill Hill Broadway
Hendon
HendonCentral
Colindale
BurntOak
EdmontonGreen
Silver Street
White HartLane
BruceGrove
Southgate
PalmersGreen
Bowes Park
AlexandraPalace
Hornsey
Wood Green
TurnpikeLane
ArnosGrove
BoundsGreen
WinchmoreHill
Grange Park
Enfield ChaseEnfield Town
Bush HillPark
Southbury
TurkeyStreet
GordonHill
Crews Hill
M25M25
M1
M1
M25
NewBarnet
HadleyWood
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C
E
D
F
A
D
B
E
C
F
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