Question 1

What are the benefits of training with Michelle Collins Spa and Beauty Training?

Accepted Answer

• Fully Accredited  Qualifications
• Qualified, Experienced and Passionate Tutors
• Flexible Training Dates
• Help, Support and Advice before, during and after courses
• Small/Independent Training Groups: One-to-One attention guaranteed
• Industry Tutors with Successful Therapy Businesses
• Self Certificating Academy – No wait for Certification
• A Wide Range of Massage, Beauty and Holistic qualifications
• Insurable once qualified

Question 2

What payment methods may be used for my course fees?

Accepted Answer

You can pay course fees by BACS, cash, PayPal or by all major credit cards.
You can also set up a payment plan with us and pay over a set period.  Course will only take place when course fee is paid in full.

Question 3

Do you Accept Funding for training courses?

Accepted Answer

If you are in receipt of any other types of funding please contact us to discuss as we are providers for several organisations, such as Access To Work, Gofal.  If you have a Work Coach then please pass our details onto them with the courses you are interested in.

Question 4

What happens after I book ?

Accepted Answer

Once the Booking Fee is paid to secure the course date, you will receive a Confirmation Letter/Email that your course date is booked in with all the relevant information, home learning and instructions.  Alternatively, you can call us on 07742 149 249 to book a course over the telephone.
You will also receive a final confirmation email approximately 14 days prior to the start of your course which will include payment instructions for you to pay any balance of the course fee. Please note that the balance must be paid no less than 7 days prior to the course start. Please also refer to our course booking Terms and Conditions.

Question 5

What do the course fees include?

Accepted Answer

Course Tuition fees include practical & theoretical tuition, training manuals, handouts, as well as the use of resources and consumables as appropriate to each course. Some courses will require you to buy kits for use at home if to complete case studies or practical work.

Question 6

What should I wear on the Training Day?

Accepted Answer

In order to present a professional image of the industry and for hygiene reasons, we require you to wear a salon tunic/ uniform when attending training. If you are just attending a one day course and do not currently have a uniform, please wear smart black trousers and a black short sleeved top. Please ensure that you are suitably dressed to give and receive a treatment and allow you to move freely and comfortably during practical activities.
Please wear flat, black, closed toe shoes and ensure long hair is tied back. We advise you to remove all jewellery before attending courses (small stud earrings and plain wedding bands are acceptable).

Nail should be short, free of polish and nail extensions for holistic and massage courses.

Question 7

Are there any additional costs payable besides the course fee?

Accepted Answer

Some courses will require you to purchase a kit.  This will be noted on the course information page, any queries please contact us for guidance on kit contents and costs if not stated.  Kits can be pre-ordered for you.

Question 8

Why are your Diploma Courses shorter than Colleges of Further Education ?

Accepted Answer

All of our courses are intensive and comprehensive to prepare you for commercial practice. We provide a fast-track system of training in small groups of students, 1-1 and 1-2 mainly, who really want to learn, which speeds the whole process up.  Although we cover the essential theory most of the training is practical. You are expected to study at home and undertake further study and do lots more practice, which you would otherwise do during your college time on site.  Our courses include more personalised one to one tuition, whilst when attending a large college you may have to attend for up to 36 weeks and be in a class of up to 30 students or more.

Question 9

What is the difference between a NVQ and a Diploma ?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a NVQ and a Michelle Collins Spa and Beauty Training Diploma, is an NVQ is a nationally recognised qualification and can be more attractive to a potential employer. However, The MCSBT Diploma is ideal for those wishing to work as a mobile therapist or self employed and will enable you to gain public liability insurance.  Some Spas and Salons will now accept Diplomas depending on the course content studied and the individual’s attitude.   Our courses are written to National Occupational Standards as set out by HABIA and are fully accredited with Professional Beauty Direct.

Question 10

What do I need to bring along with me to the course?

Accepted Answer

We provide all products, tools and equipment needed for your course, unless otherwise stated.You may wish to bring a pen and notepad.