Industry Experts Engage Bradford College Hair and Beauty Students

Students gain insights from professionals in hairdressing, barbering, and beauty sectors

Students studying Hair, Beauty, and Barbering at Bradford College recently had the opportunity to learn directly from industry professionals, providing them with practical advice and insight into career pathways within these fields.

Sessions with Industry Professionals

Neil Capstick, founder of the luxury haircare brand Neäl & Wølf, returned to the college to share his experiences with students. Alongside him was Naheem Yacub, a local barber and business owner of Naheem Barbering, who also teaches barbering at Bradford College. Both speakers discussed the opportunities and challenges faced in their professions, offering guidance on developing the necessary skills for success.

Student Perspectives

Level 3 Hairdressing students Tiffany and Kudrat, along with Level 3 Barbering student Mario, attended the session. Tiffany expressed her ambition to open her own salon in the future, while Kudrat aims to establish a global salon business and explore further opportunities within the hairdressing industry.

“It shows you how far you can actually reach, like if you actually work for what you want,” Tiffany commented.

Importance of Skills Development and Employer Links

Naheem Yacub emphasised the significance of acquiring both technical and professional skills to prepare for employment. He highlighted the value of the ongoing relationship between the college and industry professionals in ensuring that students learn relevant and up-to-date skills.

Carol Hooper, Curriculum Area Manager, also stressed the importance of collaboration with employers, noting that the college’s focus is on equipping students with skills that will enable them to enter the workforce successfully after completing their courses.

Encouraging Employer Involvement

Neil Capstick encouraged other employers to engage with educational institutions, stating that such involvement helps young people understand the realities of working life outside college.

Ongoing Industry Partnerships

Bradford College continues to develop partnerships with industry professionals to support students in building confidence, exploring career options, and achieving their ambitions in hairdressing, beauty, and barbering.

Further Information

Details about the college’s Hair, Beauty & Barbering courses and opportunities for employers to collaborate with Bradford College can be found on the college’s website.