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Saks Academies
northern scotland
ACADEMIES
wales
london
CONTACT US
LONDON ACAD EMIES
4–10 Tower Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2H 9NP
United Kingdom
+44 (0) 845 026 0826
londoncourses@saks.co.uk
londonreception@saks.co.uk
SAKS
ACADEMIES
london
NORTH ERN ACAD EMIES
55-59 Duke Street
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 7SD
United Kingdom
+44 (0)1325 341 621
darlingtoncourses@saks.co.uk
darlingtonreception@saks.co.uk
SAKS
ACADEMIES
SCOTTISH ACAD EMIES
37 Bath Street
Glasgow
G2 1HW
United Kingdom
+44 (0)141 332 3122
glasgowcourses@saks.co.uk
glasgowreception@saks.co.uk
SAKS
ACADEMIES
scotland
WELSH ACAD EMIES
11 St John Street
Cardiff
Wales
CF10 1GL
United Kingdom
+44 (0) 2920 345 194
cardiffcourses@saks.co.uk
cardiffreception@saks.co.uk
Saks - officially acknowledged as the
UK’s best training provider
Saks Education achieved grade ones across the board for
providing outstanding training (Adult Learning Inspectorate
2006) and awarded Beacon Status (Minister of state for
lifelong 2007)
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Contact Us
Saks Academies
The All-New Saksessories Range
Saks Academies Internet Site
E-portfolio
Fast Track NVQ Hairdressing Courses
Fast Track NVQ Barbering Courses
Fast Track NVQ Beauty Courses
Saks Artistic Team
Art Team Courses
Continual Professional Development
How To Enrol
FAQ
Terms And Conditions
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Saks acad emies
Saks is the UK's leading hair and beauty group, recently
acknowledged as the UK’s Best Training Provider*.
Renowned for award-winning excellence, Saks offers
outstanding hairdressing and beauty education through
the Saks Academies.
Having started nervously on my first day at the Academies, I
have progressed from an absolute beginner into a confident,
fully qualified hairdresser in just 26 weeks! I benefited from
being taught by an array of educators, including members of the
Saks Art Team, in smaller classes, which meant one to one
tuition was always available. The educators really pushed me
into learning different styles and techniques and I now have the
confidence to pursue my career. The Academies have a very
warm atmosphere and I built up a strong relationship with
everyone. My only regret is that I didn’t do this course sooner!
Thousands of visitors from around the world flock to the
Saks Academies every year for a wide range of
inspirational courses. Influenced by international trends
and techniques, the year's hair courses programme for the
Saks Academies combines the brand new with the classic,
the cutting edge with the commercial, management with
specialist - superb training to improve and refresh skills,
inspire and influence, and build successful salon
businesses and careers, whatever your discipline.
Karen Hamilton, Beginners Student
The Saks Academies are home to the internationally
renowned Saks Art Team, innovative stylists and
educators. The team's educators regularly travel the
world, taking education from the Saks Academies to
international audiences and are outstanding ambassadors
for hairdressing education, promoting Saks Academies’
excellence internationally.
Amazing experience! I’m glad that I chose Saks friendly team, wonderful students and amazing
educators. I have learnt so much and would like to
thank Saks for the impact they have made on my
new career which will bring a brilliant future!
Paolo Gotardo, Beginners Student
Saks London Academies are located in the heart of Covent
Garden, London’s most happening district. Saks Northern
Academies are based in Darlington in the North East of
England, which benefits from excellent transport links and
is located close to major tourist attractions. Saks Scottish
Academies are located in the vibrant city centre of Glasgow
and our Cardiff academy within in Cardiff’s bustling city
centre, popular for shopping and nightlife as well as other
unique events and attractions.
A great location for thriving hairdressers.
I thoroughly enjoyed my course - it went above and
beyond my expectations. I’ve learnt so much and
have acquired many new skills which will not only
benefit me in my working career, but also outside
the workplace. The course enabled me to qualify in
6 months, meaning I wasn’t out of work for long,
which was perfect! Everyone was amazing at the
Academies and I would like to thank them for
making my experience fantastic and helping me
achieve my dream.
Saks Academies have multi-purpose rooms available to
hire to suit a variety of business training and seminar
needs. They are also the ideal venue for hair and beauty
workshops. Theory classes may be held as well as theatre
style seminars.
Emma Bewley, Beginners Student
Whilst completing my course I experienced living
away from home for the first time, but all the Saks
team really helped me to settle in and it soon
became home. The course exceeded my
expectations and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it. I would
recommend it to anyone who would like a career in
hairdressing.
Interpreters may also be provided for clients and students
from abroad.
Jessica Roberts, Beginners Student
* awarded Beacon Status by the Quality Improvement Agency and all grade ones by the Adult Learning Inspectorate for providing outstanding training
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the all-new saksessories range
Saks has launched a fantastic new range of Saksessories styling tools and accessories for
learners, professionals and clients alike.
The new equipment ranges from the compact and powerful 2100w Ionic Hairdryer, to great
Grip Clips, a full range of Brushes, the latest Carbon Combs and some fabulous hand made
Scissors that fulfil the needs of any stylist.
To see our full range or to buy, visit www.saks.co.uk or call Saks Customer Services on
+44 (0) 870 678 0290. Discounts may be available for trade/bulk orders.
EDUCATIONAL DVDS
Educational DVDs are an excellent way to assist the training and education you carry out in your
salon. Learn new skills, refresh existing ones and share them with your team time and time again.
INDULGENCE AND HIGH DEFINITION
SIMPLY SAKS
Saks advanced cut and colour techniques
The foundations of quality cutting
To see our full range or to buy, visit www.saks.co.uk or call Saks Customer Services on
+44 (0) 870 678 0290. Discounts may be available for trade/bulk orders.
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Saks academies internet site
www.saks.co.uk is our online internet site that provides
all learners joining the Saks Academies courses the
chance to further develop their learning.
The interactive online learning site is available for the
learners to access from both home and in the
academies to enhance their knowledge further and also
is a good tool for revision especially for part-time
courses.
There is a variety of different resources including
Podcasts for all NVQ Units, Communication Skills DVD
and ATT Training resource pack is available at a click of
a button.
There is also Course schedules available that will assist
you to prepare for the next session with the academy.
Also meet the team shows you all members of the
academies team across all four sites.
E-Portfolio
www.forskills.co.uk is our innovation into the 21st
century with the new on-line portfolio system.
It is an on-line portfolio that students can access 24/7
as long as internet accesses are available.
This stops the need for paper evidence being stored in a
folder as it will now be saved within the system itself
stopping any paperwork going missing.
It shows immediate progression with a traffic light
system from RED-AMBER and when 100% completed
GREEN. This allows students to view their progression
immediately which puts the learner at the front seat of
their NVQ Qualification.
E-portfolio allows you to communicate with other
students and your educator via a message system.
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FAST TRACK NVQ HAIRDRESSING COURSES
Fast Track NVQ
Hairdressing courses
For: Anyone interested in a career in hairdressing.
No experience necessary
Love to become a fully qualified hairdresser but can’t afford
to take years to train or just want a new career? Train with
the Saks Academies and study an NVQ level 2 in Hairdressing
and you could be qualified in as little as 26 weeks!’ However if
your not quite ready to give up the day job, enroll on our
evening or Saturday course and again you can qualify in as
little as 38 or 52 weeks!
The Fast Track Hairdressing NVQ Level 2 Course for Beginners
covers everything you need to take you to hairdressing success. It is
the fast track route to obtaining the nationally recognised NVQ Level
2. Successful students also are able to receive the industry renowned
Saks Diploma however this is upon meeting criteria set.
The NVQ course content includes:
• Cutting techniques
• Colour
• How to shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
• Consultation skills
• Style, dress and finishing techniques
• Customer care and health and safety
I decided to do the Beginners
Course to give me a feel for the hair
business. The course was very
intense, with something new to learn
every day. The education was of
such a high standard that I was
amazed at what I achieved.
Bally Khatkar, past student on
Beginners Hair and now franchisee
of Saks Leamington Spa
Choosing the Beginners Course was
the best decision I’ve ever made. I
can’t believe how far I’ve come in
such a short time.
The course modules are taught by dedicated NVQ educators and
include theory work, special projects, demonstrations and hands-on
workshops. You receive personal guidance and monitoring
throughout the course to ensure you are achieving the learning goals
required. And, you are provided with all the necessary equipment for
the course - including an award winning range of Saksessories
styling tools and workbooks. There is also an interactive website to
help with your studies.
Students must reach the minimum standards required to qualify. On
successful completion of the course, you will obtain NVQ Level 2 in
hairdressing and the Saks Diploma subject to criteria. Over 90% of
graduates have gone on to successful employment in salons.
Places are limited and entrance is by interview only. A
competent/good level of English is required. Previous hairdressing
experience is not required.
For information on financial assistance to support your learning,
please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact 0800 100 900
or londoncourses@saks.co.uk for payment plan details.
Duration:
Full-time 26 weeks, Monday to Thursday 9.45am to 5.00pm,
Fridays 9.45am to 1.00pm (not including bank holidays &
Christmas leave)
Evening 52 weeks, one set evening per week, 5.45pm to 9.00pm
(not including bank holidays & Christmas leave) A minimum of 10
hours home study is required each week.
Saturdays 38 weeks, 9.45am to 5.00pm (not including bank
holidays & Christmas leave) A minimum of 10 hours home study
is required each week.
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Vicky Williams, past student on
Beginners Hair and Advanced Apprentice
of the Year at the Saks Awards
I chose the Beginners Course
because of the fantastic reputation
Saks has and because I wanted to
get my training done quickly.
Suzi Lawley, past student
on Beginners Hair
Fast track NVQ Barbering courses
complete Men’s Hairdressing/Barbering NVQ LEVEL 2
FOR BEGINNERS
For: Anyone interested in a career in men’s hairdressing.
No experience necessary
Love to become a barber but can’t afford to take years
to train or just want a new career?
Train with the Saks Academies and study an NVQ level
2 in Barbering and you could be qualified in as little as
10 weeks!’ However if your not quite ready to give up
the day job, enroll on our evening course and again you
can qualify in as little as 25 weeks!
Men’s hairdressing / barbering is a specialist skill in demand
with the growth of the men’s hairdressing and barbering
industry.
The fast track Barbering NVQ level 2 for beginners is the
steps you need to take you to Barbering success. Successful
students also are able to receive the industry renowned Saks
Diploma however this is upon meeting criteria set.
The course content includes:
• Cutting techniques
• Razoring, together with beard and moustache trimming
• Clipper work
• Colour
• How to shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
• Consultation skills
• Style, dress and finishing techniques
• Reception duties, customer care and health and safety
The course modules are taught by experienced men’s
hairdressing educators and include theory work, special
projects, demonstrations and hands-on workshops. You
receive personal guidance and monitoring throughout the
course to ensure you are achieving the learning goals
required. And, you are provided with all the necessary
equipment for the course - including an award winning range
of Saksessories styling tools and workbooks. There is also an
interactive website to help with your studies.
Students must reach the minimum standards required to
qualify. On successful completion of the course, you will
obtain NVQ Level 2 in Barbering and the Saks Diploma.
Places are limited and entrance is by interview only. A
competent/good understanding of English is required.
Previous hairdressing experience is not required.
For information on financial assistance to support your
learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or
contact 0800 100 900 or londoncourses@saks.co.uk for
payment plan details.
Duration:
Full-time 10 weeks, Monday to Thursday 9.45am to 5.00pm,
Fridays 9.45am to 1.00pm (not including bank holidays &
Christmas leave)
Evening 25 weeks, one set evening per week, 5.45pm to
9.00pm (not including bank holidays & Christmas leave) A
minimum of 10 hours home study is required each week.
Only at selected Academies
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Fast Track NVQ BEAUTY Courses
FAST TRACK NVQ BEAUTY
COURSES LEVEL 2
For: Anyone interested in a career in beauty therapy
No experience necessary
The Saks Academies Fast Track Beauty NVQ Level 2 Course for
Beginners has been specifically designed for those who want to
qualify as a beauty therapist - fast.
Train full-time with the Fast Track Beauty NVQ Level 2 Course for
Beginners and you can qualify as a beauty therapist in just 10 weeks.
If you’re not quite ready to give up the day job, you can enrol on our
weekly evening class and qualify in just 26 weeks.
The atmosphere is friendly and the
educators are really supportive.
Banu Yashar, Fast Track Student
Designed for complete beginners, the course covers all aspects of
beauty therapy and is the fast track route to obtaining the nationally
recognised NVQ Level 2 in beauty therapy. Successful students also
receive the industry renowned Saks Diploma.
The NVQ course content includes:
• Facial treatments, covering all aspects of skin analysis and face,
neck and shoulder massage
• Nail treatments for the feet and hands
• Hair removal using waxing techniques
• Eye treatments, including eyebrow and eyelash tinting and eye lash
extensions.
• Customer care, health and safety and reception duties
• Provide Make up services
The course modules are taught by dedicated NVQ educators and
include theory work, written tests, project work, demonstrations and
workshops. You receive personal guidance and monitoring
throughout the course to ensure you are achieving the learning goals
required. And, you are provided with all the necessary equipment for
the course, including Saks Academies beauty therapy kit and
workbooks. There is also an interactive website to help with your
studies.
Students must reach the minimum standards required to qualify. On
successful completion of the course, you will obtain NVQ Level 2 in
beauty therapy and the Saks Diploma.
Places are limited and entrance is by interview only. Previous beauty
therapy experience is not required.
For information on financial assistance to support your learning,
please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact 0800 100 900,
Duration:
Full-time 10 Weeks, Monday to Thursday, 10am to 5pm, not including
Bank Holidays (with one home study day)
Evening 26 Weeks, one evening a week (home study is required) 6pm
– 9pm. Saturdays 14 weeks 10am – 5pm
Only at selected Academies
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The facilities and learning materials
available at the Saks Academies are
fantastic.
Kuljinder Kaur, Fast Track Student
Fast Track NVQ BEAUTY Courses
FAST TRACK NVQ BEAUTY
COURSES LEVEL 3
For: NVQ Level 2 beauty therapists who wish to further their skills
and work at an advanced level, or for students who wish to pursue a
career in holistic therapies
The Beauty NVQ Level 3 course will give you competency in specialist
massage techniques and holistic therapies. Train full-time and you
could qualify as an NVQ Level 3 beauty therapist in just 10 weeks. Or
simply enrol on our weekly evening class and qualify in just 20 weeks.
The NVQ course content includes:
• Head, scalp and body massage, including infra red heat treatment,
audio sonic and gyratory vibration equipment to target specific
problems
• Indian Head Massage, including Chakra Healing and Marma Point
Therapy
I chose the Fast Track course
because of the fantastic reputation
Saks has and because I wanted to
get my training done quickly.
• Full body lymph drainage massage and the use of pre-blended oils
Suzi Lawley, Fast Track Student
• Tanning treatments Manual & Spray application
• Improve the financial effectiveness of the business, including stock
systems, target setting and achievable ideas
• Thermal Stone therapy
Successful students also receive the industry renowned Saks
Diploma.
The course modules are taught by dedicated NVQ educators and
include theory work, written tests, project work, demonstrations and
workshops. You receive personal guidance and monitoring
throughout the course to ensure you are achieving the learning goals
required. And, you are provided with all the necessary equipment for
the course, including Saks Academies beauty therapy kit and stepby-step workbooks. There is also an interactive website to help with
your studies.
Students must reach the minimum standards required to qualify. On
successful completion of the course, you will obtain NVQ Level 3 in
beauty therapy.
Places are limited and entrance is by interview only.
For information on financial assistance to support your learning,
please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact
0800 100 900.
Duration:
Full-time 10 Weeks, Monday to Thursday, 10am to
5pm, not including Bank Holidays (with one home
study.
Evening 20 weeks, 5.45pm – 9pm, one evening
a week (10 hours home study is required).
Saturdays 13 weeks 9.45am – 5pm (10
hours home study is required).
Only at selected Academies
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Saks Artistic team
Alison Dace
Based at the prestigious Saks London Academies, Alison Dace has been with the Saks group for 9 years and
heads up the Saks Art team.
Responsible for nurturing creativity within the group and maintaining the high standards of Saks
hairdressing, she also creates the group’s national hair collections and is heavily involved with the Saks A
Team which develops and encourages talented stylists, giving them further opportunities to hone their skills
and achieve their creative ambitions.
She has an impressive CV, having won many awards including titles at the L’Oreal Colour Trophy and British
Hairdressing Awards, and is a renowned L’Oréal Colour Degree Specialist.
Alison regularly does creative hair work for magazine shoots, TV and fashion shows, and most recently
worked back stage for Vivienne Westwood at London Fashion Week. She has also done hair shows at big
industry events including Salon International, the L’Oréal Colour Trophy, British Hairdressing Awards and for
the Fellowship for British Hairdressing and Hair & Beauty Benevolent.
Alison also works closely with the London College of Fashion, Central Saint Martins Fashion School and
Italian Fashion School the Institute Marangoni, where she and the rest of the Saks Art Team create stunning
hair looks for end of year fashion shows and shoots.
Alison is also one of only two Brits and the only female on the elite H3 programme, L’Oréal Professionnel’s
first international Art Team. The six international stylists are dedicated to developing and sharing the latest
fashion trends and most inspirational cutting and styling techniques. Alison’s go for it attitude and wonderful
sense of aesthetics stands her out from the best as a hairdressing superstar
Luke Pluckrose
Luke was previously a Style Director and an Art Director at a top salon in Kensington, London, and also
worked as Creative Art Director for a leading hair company in Tel Aviv, Israel.
He loves to pass on his expertise to students and is equally at home teaching at intimate seminars as he is to
large audiences of hundreds.
Luke won Stylist of the Year whilst in his previous job and has also been involved in stunning hair collection
shoots, skills and experience which will be well utilized in his new role, as the Saks Art Team creates several
award-winning hair collections every year. Luke was also runner-up at Hair Idol in 2008.
He has been part of top session styling teams which involved teaching and presenting on stage at top events
like Clothes Show Live, and working backstage at London Fashion Week. Luke’s also worked for TV shows
including Norway’s Next Top Model.
Katy Adamson
Katy has been a member of the Saks Art Team for 6 years and is based at the Saks Northern Academies in
Darlington.
With over 20 years experience in the hairdressing industry, Katy has worked at large city centre salons in the
UK and abroad and still enjoys working at Saks Tees Barrage, when she’s not busy with her Art Team
schedule.
Katy works with the Saks Art Team on photo shoots for Saks collections and magazines, is involved with the
production of Saks training DVDs, works back stage on fashion shows and presents on stage at shows and
seminars.
“I love working with the Saks Art Team,” says Katy. “We have regular brainstorming sessions. It’s great fun we fire out lots of different concepts, run with them, play with them, and critique each other, which is hugely
productive.”
Katy teaches the Simply Saks course, the award-winning Saks Academies’ classic collection, which ensures
high standards across the Saks network are maintained. She enjoys teaching the Advanced Course to Saks
stylists and external hairdressers, which works with current seasonal trends and inspires delegates’
creativity, and also teaches Barbering and Hair Up courses.
“I love the challenge of helping learners to conquer their hairdressing fears!” says Katy. “My style of teaching
is described by the network and my colleagues as the nurturer! I see myself as down to earth and
approachable.”
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Saks Artistic team
Lynn Hodgkinson
One of the founder members of the Saks Art Team, Lynn brings experience and a nurturing quality to the group.
She has spent the majority of her career with Saks and has her own Saks salon in the North East, as well as
continuing with her training commitments for the Saks Art Team.
An exceptional colourist, Lynn was one of the first hairdressers to achieve her L’Oréal Colour Specialist Degree
and has won many accolades, including Photographic Image Awards at the Saks National Awards and has been a
finalist at the Wella Awards.
Lynn is a great motivator and specialises in teaching the classic trends and the foundations of quality salon work,
Simply Saks.
Lynn appreciates the importance of staying up to date with the latest trends and techniques and knows it’s
crucial to stay one step ahead of her competitors – both in the salon, and in her training.
She has been involved in numerous Saks Campaign Collections and loves to help nurture and encourage young talent.
Greg Bloor
Greg started hairdressing when he was fifteen and joined Saks six years ago. He was promoted to manager at
Saks Birmingham, where he still works, at just 21.
Greg has won many awards for his outstanding hairdressing skills, including the Saks Stylist Award in 2009 and
the Saks Colour Image Award in 2008. He has also been selected for the regional L’Oreal Colour Trophy finals on
two separate occasions.
Greg was selected for the Saks Art Team after excelling on the Saks A Team initiative in 2009, which develops
young, creative talent from within the award-winning Saks group.
He is known within the Saks Art Team as a real perfectionist and his cutting skills are exceptional. Greg loves to
travel and loves to take inspiration from different cultures.
Greg has worked on many photo shoots for Saks, including key campaign collections which feature in all Saks
salons, marketing literature and the press.
He is motivational in his teaching style and thrives on seeing his students learn and succeed.
John Goddard
John Goddard has been hairdressing at Saks since 1995. He started as an apprentice with Saks Education and
has worked his way up through the group to become not only a member of the Saks Art Team, but owner of a
Saks salon too. “Since joining Saks I have always aspired to open my own salon but have wanted to push my
creativity to the max as well,” says John. “Generally hairdressers choose one route to take, but I didn't see why I
couldn't do both. Being selected to join the Saks Art Team is a real honor and has allowed me develop my
creative and training skills.”
John has won many awards for his creative skills. He reached the Grand Final of the L'Oréal Colour Trophy in
2008 and scooped the prize for the top entry from the North East. He was also asked to represent Saks for
L'Oréal Professionnel, one of the biggest hair care companies in the world, as an H3 (H-cubed) ambassador for
the North East - teaching the company's trends collection to hairdressers from across the region.
John says: “No two days are the same for me. I love running my own business but being able to work with the
Saks Art Team, on collections, at shoots and teaching at the Saks Academies and in salons, satisfies my creative
side too. What I love most about hairdressing is seeing a cut and colour combined to create a beautiful look, and
to capture it on camera
Tom Berry
Tom joined Saks in 2006 after completing the Saks Hairdressing for Beginners Course at the world renowned
Saks Academies.
His first job was working at the flagship salon in Covent Garden, alongside the group’s former Creative Director
and celebrity hairdresser, Andrew Barton, and other members of the Art Team, including Alison Dace, who is
now Saks Creative Director.
Tom later moved to Saks St Paul’s when the Covent Garden salon was taken over by the rapidly expanding Saks
London Academies and over the next 12 months he was promoted from stylist to senior stylist and then principal
stylist.
Over the next four years Tom was part of the original Saks A Team – a group of young, up-and-coming
hairdressers hand-picked from the Saks network to develop their creative skills and be mentored by the Saks Art
Team. He also worked with the Saks Art Team on shows at London Fashion Week, the Fellowship and Salon
International and presented seminars for L’Oréal, at the Saks Academies and all over the UK at road shows and
in-salon training events.
Tom has been a regional finalist at the L’Oréal Colour Trophy and a finalist in the Saks photographic
competitions, and has worked on fashion shoots for top magazines.
Whilst living in Australia, Tom did the hair and make-up for a Lexus TV commercial, he worked on fashion week
in Sydney and did lots of photo shots for Australian magazines and newspapers.
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Art team courses
A short course stimulates and excites hairdressing energy. These courses are
ideal for hairdressers of all levels or hairdressing professionals seeking to fulfil
CPD (Continuing Professional Development).
Spring/Summer & Autumn/Winter
Trends
For: Experienced stylists looking for ultimate inspiration
This course takes a strong fashion focus, analysing seasonal trends hot off the catwalk and
how they influence contemporary cutting. Dates in the Spring / Summer will look at trends
from the Spring catwalk shows and Autumn / Winter dates will look at the Autumn shows.
Led by the Saks Art Team it explores texture, creative shapes and methods, taking cutting
to a new exciting level. It is fun, interactive learning and will encourage stylists to translate
trends from the catwalk to the salon and push their creativity to the limit.
Duration: One to four days (choose days according to training needs) Day 1 & 2 –
Cutting only, Day 3 – Colour only, Day 4 – Men’s cuts, 9.45am – 5.00pm.
SIMPLY SAKS
For: All levels seeking to refresh classic skills, complete training or return to
hairdressing
Never underestimate the power of a great classic haircut! This cutting only course
shares the Saks signature haircuts and techniques that form the foundations of
creativity and quality salon work. The course combines demonstration and hands
on workshop sessions, exploring the disciplines of one length graduation and
layering techniques. Students always leave this course feeling like they’ve just
passed their MOT!
Duration: One to five days (choose days according to training needs), 9.45am - 5.00pm
Educational DVDs are also available (see page 5).
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Art team courses
Simply BARBER
For: Qualified stylists of all levels
Male grooming is an essential offering of a cool salon’s menu. This course shares
the latest trends in men’s hairdressing and how these can be adapted to suit
different hair textures and clients. It’s a practical course that will build confidence
and breathe new life into your men’s hair work.
Duration: One day, 9.45am – 5.00pm
SIMPLY DRESSER
For: Qualified stylists of all levels
Dressing long hair is a skill that challenges many hairdressers at all levels. This
course shares the latest trends in dressing long hair whilst developing new
disciplines and traditional skills. Many of our educators work as session stylists so
the course is continuously up dated with new ideas from fashion and media. You
will return to the salon with confidence and a fresh outlook for dressing long hair.
Duration: One day, 9.45am – 5.00pm
Advanced DRESSER
For: All stylists experienced in dressing long hair looking to broaden their
creative horizons.
This is the advanced course following on from the Saks Simply Dresser course and
looks at more catwalk-inspired and contemporary hair-up styles. It explores the
use of accessories to create stunning looks, including adding padding into the hair
and wig work.
Duration: One day, 9.45am – 5.00pm
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Continual Professional Development
TAILOR MADE
CONTINUAL PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
I can’t thank the Academies enough
for all their help, they
can definitely be relied on.
OUR PLACE OR YOURS
The Saks Academies are fantastic venues for training but we do
understand that sometimes it’s difficult to get away from the
salon. Salon/College visits can solve this problem. We can visit
you and your team at your salon/college to conduct training
seminars.
Linzi Ratcliffe, Tutor, Bradford College
This unique service is designed for groups of over six people, e.g.
college students, a salon visit or international parties.
Tell us your needs, we’ll organise an agenda and you don’t have
to travel. In-salon/college visits may run for one day or more and
can be organised as part of an on-going training programme.
Choose from any of the courses in our prospectus and mix and
match to make the perfect course for your team. Whether a taste
for classics, advanced training or a flavour of inspiration,
whatever you require, we’ll put together an agenda for you
delivered by the Saks Art Team. Prepare to be inspired.
The structure of the day and the
flexibility with the staff was
fantastic. They really gained
from the education.
Christine Hillyer-Smith –
L’Oreal Professional Co-ordinator
The A-Team had had a great impact
on the salon, motivating us in our
everyday work and working towards
the forthcoming Awards. Craig, who is
currently in the A-Team, has shared
new ideas with the team - the
A-Team is brilliant, we love it!
Charlotte Hooper,
Saks Southend High Street
Art team
bo okings;
Art Team Manager
4-10 Tower Street
Covent Garden
WC2H 9NP
0207 395 3624
Fax: 0207 240 9474
artteam@saks.co.uk
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How to enrol
Once you have selected the course to suit you, call one of our
advisors (contact details can be found on page 2) and they
will be happy to provide you with further information and
answer any questions you may have.
You may be invited to an interview (beginners courses only),
where you will have the opportunity to look round and meet
some of our educators and students.
FAQ
Q. How do I contact the academies?
A. You can contact us by phone or email (see page 2 for
details) or via our website, www.saks.co.uk.
Q. How soon after completing a Beginners course would I
be in a position to open my own salon?
A. This very much depends on the individual. Saks
Q. Does it matter what age I am?
A. No, we welcome students of all ages (16+) and all levels
Management courses provide a comprehensive business
training for individuals keen to progress a career in
salon management or ownership. Call +44 (0) 845 678
of experience.
Q. When are the academies open?
A. 6 days a week. Monday - Saturday (we close for 1 week
over Christmas).
Q. Can I study part time?
A. Yes, we offer flexible day, evening and weekend classes.
Q. Do I need to bring my own kit?
A. If you are attending a hair course with the Art team
please ensure you bring with you your hair/barbering kit
with you. NVQ students will be issued a kit within their
first 2 weeks.
Q. Can I bring a camera on my course?
A. Yes, we advise that you bring a camera to record your
0290 for further information.
Q. Do I need to bring my own model?
A. At Saks we care passionately that your training is
delivered in the most practical, commercially respected
environment. It is vital that your training is not impaired
by the restriction of models therefore many of our
courses include Saks training heads. In such cases,
these training heads are yours to take home with you.
Q. How do I pay for the course?
A. A 20% registration fee is applicable on all NVQ bookings.
Any remaining fees are to be paid 6 weeks prior to the
course start date. Saks do offer installment plans in
inspirations throughout your course.
some cases. For Art Team courses. This must be paid in
Q. Am I qualified to work in a salon after completing a
full.
Beginners course?
For information on financial assistance to support your
A. Upon successful completion you will possess the skills
required to enter a salon as a junior stylist or barber.
Over 90% of our graduates have gone on to successful
employment in salons.
Q. Will the Beginners course give me a recognised
qualification?
A. Yes, you will obtain NVQ and also the industry respected
learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or
contact 0800 100 900.
Q. How can I hear about new courses available at the Saks
Academies?
A. We send regular updates on courses. Simply request to
be added to our mailing list. Alternatively, all course
Saks Diploma, on successful completion of the course
and criteria met.
details are on www.saks.co.uk.
Equal Opportunities Statement
No applicant or student receives less favourable treatment on grounds of sex, age, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national
origins, disability, political or religious belief. Students are treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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Terms and Conditions
Introduction
Saks Academy is part of the Saks Franchise Services Limited. This
document relates to the terms and conditions imposed between Saks
Franchise Services Limited, trading as Saks Academy Darlington, and
you, the Student. In the case of Glasgow Academy only, the following
need to also be included – These terms and conditions, both Section 1
and Section 2 are deemed to be signed and agreed upon under current
English Law and are not subject to Scottish Variations, by signing this
document you agree to this condition.
Saks Franchise Services Limited a registered company in England with
company number 03130056 whose registered address is 55 – 59 Duke
Street, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 7SD.
In these Terms and Conditions, “we”, “our”, “us” and “the Academy”
means Saks Academy Darlington and “you” and “your” means you, the
student.
As this document illustrates the terms and conditions for both
acceptance to the course and your behavior subsequently along with
financial details we have separated this document into two parts. We
recommend you read thoroughly Section 1 and, should finance apply to
your application to the course, you should then further fully read Section
2.
Conditions of Enrolment
1. Every student of the Academy, whether full or part time, must enroll
for each course and pay the fees relating to the relevant course of study.
These terms and conditions shall be governed by English law and you
and we both agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
By signing these terms and conditions you are entering into a legally
binding agreement.
11. Any information provided by you to us shall be used by us in
accordance with the UK Data Protection Law. By signing these terms you
consent to us obtaining, recording, holding and processing personal data
including data of a sensitive nature. It is your responsibility to inform us
of any changes to the information provided in your application form. A
copy of our Data Protection Policy is available in your learner handbook.
2. Enrolment is subject to you successfully passing the interview,
submitting a completed application form and paying a non-refundable
deposit in the sum of 20% of the total course fee. This deposit applies to
all NVQ bookings. We will not be able to confirm your placement unless
and until such time as we receive the deposit payment in cleared funds
from you. On receipt of the deposit payment a confirmation letter will be
sent to you confirming your place on the course.
12. No insurance cover is held by the Academy to provide automatic
compensation to students in the event of loss of damage to property,
personal accident, injury or death. It is your responsibility to arrange for
personal accident cover if felt appropriate.
3. In the event that you should wish to cancel your place on the course,
you are required to give the Academy at least 6 weeks’ notice in writing.
If less than 6 weeks’ notice is given we reserve our right to charge you
100% of the course fee, see Section 2 Finance for further details.
4. When giving notice of your intention to cancel attendance on the
course written notification by recorded delivery should be sent to the
Academy at the address where your course was due to commence.
Alternatively you may email us on coursebookings@saks.co.uk. You must
obtain proof of successful delivery of such email. Telephone
cancellations must be followed up either by email or a written letter.
13. We hold third party liability insurance which indemnifies us with
respect to claims from third parties, including students, who have
suffered injury, illness, loss or damage arising from our negligence or
the negligence of our employees. However, no claim will be accepted by
us or our insurers if there was no negligence on our part or part of our
employees.
Student responsibilities
1. The Academy enforces a strict black and white clothing policy. Any
other colors, even if part, are not permitted. Students found to be in
breach of this condition will be excused from the Academy and asked to
return in suitable attire.
5. Should a medical condition arise during the term of your course you
may be permitted to defer your attendance for up to 12 calendar months
from the start of the course. Such deferral shall be at our discretion and
a doctor’s certificate shall be required. If you are subject to a payment
plan payments must continue as previously arranged in order for the
course transfer and/or deferral to be agreed.
2. All valuables must be locked away during the day in the lockers
provided. The Academy accepts no responsibility for loss of any
valuables.
6. On rare occasions courses may need to be cancelled and/or rescheduled. We reserve the right to amend course dates as required. In
the event that a course is cancelled or re-scheduled you will be given as
much notice as possible.
3. Students are allocated their own social area within the Academy and
must adhere to the rules relating to the caretaking of this area. The area
should be left in clean and tidy condition at all times.
7. Should the course be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances
including but not limited to terrorism, act of God or bad weather
conditions, any and all course fees paid shall not be refunded. However
we will offer you an alternative date. Should you decline the alternative
date offered to you we are under no obligation to offer you any further
dates.
4. Any student found stealing from the Academy or other persons whilst
on the premises or otherwise will be expelled immediately without any
refund and the Police will be informed of the incident.
5. Any student willfully or recklessly damaging Academy’s property will
be liable to expulsion without any refund of fees.
8. Should you fail to arrive for your course, fail to attend the course on a
continual basis or should you fail to complete your course for any reason
whatsoever, you will not be entitled to any refund of fees and we shall be
under no obligation to offer you alternative course dates.
10. You are expected to have at least basic understanding of both oral
We have the right to vary, revise and amend these terms and conditions
from time to time upon giving you one months’ written notice of such
change. You will be subject to policies and terms in force as notified by
us unless a change to these terms is required by law or government or
regulatory authority in which case such changes will be effective
immediately.
and written English language. Should you require a translator you must
inform us of such requirement on submission of your booking form.
Failure to do so may result in request for a translator being refused. You
shall be responsible for the costs of a translator.
Section 1
9. We reserve our right to make such changes to the syllabus as may be
necessary in order to maintain the Academy’s standards.
Please ensure that you read the terms and conditions carefully before
submitting your application form. If you have any queries or if you do not
agree with any of the terms set out overleaf you must ask us for
clarification. We will only accept responsibility for statements and
representations made in writing by our authorised employees and
agents. No variation to these terms is valid unless agreed in writing by
us.
6. Any breakages caused as a result of negligence or willful damage by
you will be invoiced to you.
7. No controlled drugs, unless prescribed, or alcoholic beverages are
allowed on the premises. Any student violating this rule will be expelled
without any refund of fees.
8. You will be expected to abide by the rules of attendance at this
Academy. Except where absence is authorised in exceptional
circumstances, 100% attendance is expected.
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Terms and Conditions
9. Without prejudice to authorised transfers or
deferrals NVQ certification is subject to your
attendance on the course. Continual absences
or absence over a prolonged period of time
may result in a failure to achieve an NVQ
certification. Should you fail to qualify for an
NVQ we may offer you unit accreditation in
respect of completed modules only.
I confirm I have fully read and understood the
contents of the full terms and conditions for
section 1 of this document which relates to
Admission and Conduct.
10. In the event of absence due to illness or
for any other reason, you must advise the
Academy before 9am on the first morning of
such absence. You must ensure that you
speak to your allocated contact person to
report this absence. Persistent absence may
result in you failing your NVQ.
2. Fees are correct as at the time of printing.
We reserve our right to conduct price reviews
from time to time which may result in fee
variation.
11. All delegates attending Academy courses
are expected to bring with them their
hairdressing kits. This must include electrical
equipment, scissors, brushes, combs and
clips.
12. Saks will accept no liability for loss or
damage to your kit.
13. All other required products, including but
not limited to shampoo and styling products,
will be provided by the Academy.
14. You agree to abide by the Health and
Safety rules relating to your attendance at the
Academy to ensure the safety of not only
yourself, but your fellow students and staff of
the Academy.
15. Shouting, swearing, chewing gum, eating
and drinking are not permitted in the
Academy salon areas.
16. Abusive behavior towards either staff or
fellow students will not be tolerated and may
result in disciplinary action against you which
may in turn lead to your suspension or
dismissal from the course.
17. The Academy operates a no smoking
policy. Smoking is not permitted anywhere in
the Academy. You may smoke outside the
Academy but not in the immediate vicinity of
any of the entrances.
18. Students are not permitted in Academy
Staff offices or Academy Staff Break Room.
19. You agree to abide by all Academy policies
including Equal Opportunities Policy which
includes Sex Discrimination, Race Relations,
Disability Discrimination and Human Rights,
Health and Safety Policy, Grievance Procedure
and Appeals Procedure. A copy of each of
these policies is available in your learner
handbook.
20. Failure to adhere and comply with the
Disciplinary Procedure may result in
suspension or dismissal from the course.
21. Disciplinary action against students is
limited to breach of, or failure to comply with,
these terms and conditions (including all
Academy policies in force from time to time)
or conduct which adversely affects the
Academy’s pursuit of its objectives or which
infringes the rights of others.
22. Should you be suspended or expelled from
the Academy due to your conduct course fees
will not be refunded and you will not be
allowed to defer or re-schedule your course
and this may result in the failure of your NVQ.
Course Finance - General
1. All fees chargeable at this Academy are UK
based and as such are inclusive of VAT.
3. We may offer promotional rates or
discounts on course fees from time to time.
Any promotional or discounted rates will only
be available during periods specified in the
offer and shall only apply to bookings received
during the promotional period. We do not
accept any liability for bookings made outside
the promotional period and for any loss
suffered as a result of such bookings.
4. Any deposits received are non refundable
after 30 days of receipt.
5. Any remaining fees are due 6 weeks prior to
the course start date. If fees are not received
and no payment plan has been agreed then
you will not be invited to attend the course
and any deposit paid will not be returned.
6. Course fees do not include travel,
accommodation, beverages and meals.
7. Deposits are required when paying via CDL.
A refund of the deposit will be given when all
monies are received through the method of
payment.
Course Finance - Payment Plan
1. We may offer you the option to pay in
monthly instalments for your course.
Payments by instalments are subject to
status. You may be asked to provide evidence
of credit worthiness in the form of a recent
credit report. It is your responsibility to
provide a copy of this report.
2. If you are eligible for the payment plan
scheme you will be expected to pay a 20%
deposit together with an administration fee of
2% - 5% of the total loan amount. The
arrangement and administration fee is subject
to status and terms of the plan.
3. You will not be charged interest for paying
by monthly installments. However a nonrefundable arrangement and administration
fee applies to all such payment plans. A full
illustration of this fee will be provided at the
time of enrolment.
4. A full illustration will be provided to you
relating to your individual payment plan and
all potential charges will be made clear on
this illustration. You should seek independent
advice before agreeing to our payment plan.
Once you enter into a payment plan the terms
of the plan shall become legally binding.
5. You may cancel your payment plan at any
time up to the end of the 7th working day from
the date of the payment plan agreement.
Please note that in the event that you cancel
your payment plan within that time the
administration fee paid will not be returned.
6. Your payment plan should be arranged to
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ensure that all payments are made before the
end of your course, however on occasions
where this is not possible, certificates of
qualifications will not be released until final
payment has been made.
7. If we offer you an extension on the payment
plan we reserve our right to retain your
certificate until such time as payment in full is
received by us.
8. You can end your payment plan at any time
by paying the full amount of outstanding fees.
Should you choose to do so the arrangement
and administration fee paid will not be
refunded.
9. Without limiting any other remedies or
rights that we may have we reserve our right
to suspend any student who fails to make
and/or maintain payments on the agreed
payment plan. Failure to make payments may
also result in us withholding your certification
until such time as payment in full is received
and/or you failing your NVQ.
10. If you do not make any payment due to us
by the due date for payment as per your
payment plan we may charge interest to you
on the overdue amount at the rate of 8% per
annum above the Bank of England’s base rate
from time to time. The interest shall accrue
on a daily basis from 30 days after the due
date until the date of actual payment of the
overdue amount. Interest shall be charged to
your account every 30 days.
11. Failure to maintain agreed payments on
your individual plan may result in legal action
being taken against you. You will be liable for
any costs which we may incur in taking action
against you. Should this result in a county
court judgment against you this will adversely
affect your ability to obtain credit in the future.
12. On occasion we may refer you to a third
party who may be able to provide you with
credit facilities. We take no liability or
responsibility for the conduct and outcome of
your application to such third party. This is a
voluntary introduction and you are under no
obligation to agree to any of the services
offered by this third party.
13. Should you provide false information when
applying for the payment plan your details will
be passed to a fraud prevention agency. Law
enforcement agencies may access this
information.
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LONDON ACAD EMIES
4–10 Tower Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2H 9NP
United Kingdom
+44 (0) 845 026 0826
londoncourses@saks.co.uk
londonreception@saks.co.uk
SAKS
ACADEMIES
london
NORTH ERN ACAD EMIES
55-59 Duke Street
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 7SD
United Kingdom
+44 (0)1325 341 621
darlingtoncourses@saks.co.uk
darlingtonreception@saks.co.uk
SAKS
ACADEMIES
SCOTTISH ACAD EMIES
37 Bath Street
Glasgow
G2 1HW
United Kingdom
+44 (0)141 332 3122
glasgowcourses@saks.co.uk
glasgowreception@saks.co.uk
SAKS
ACADEMIES
scotland
WELSH ACAD EMIES
11 St John Street
Cardiff
Wales
CF10 1GL
United Kingdom
+44 (0) 2920 345 194
cardiffcourses@saks.co.uk
cardiffreception@saks.co.uk
SAKS
ACADEMIES
wales
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UK’s Best Training Provider
(awarded Beacon Status by the Quality Improvement Agency
and all grade ones by the Adult Learning Inspectorate for
providing outstanding training)