University College Isle of Man (UCM) will be holding a networking event for professionals in the island’s hairdressing, barbering and beauty therapy industries. This event is an opportunity for salon owners, managers, and industry representatives to connect, share ideas and meet with UCM’s creative and leisure industries faculty. It will take place on Monday, October 7, between 10am and midday.
Attendees can enjoy coffee and pastries as they engage in valuable conversations aimed at enhancing the future of hairdressing, barbering and beauty therapy education in the Isle of Man. Training for island barbers to help spot the warning signs of suicidal thoughts Culture Vannin announces its 'Big Bree' Hop tu Naa workshop day Dyslexia Advocacy Group petition moves to Tynwald register for November Nick Quayle appointed KPMG's lead partner in the Isle of Man Liza Nicholson, UCM’s assistant programme manager for the creative and leisure industries faculty said: ‘This gathering will provide an informal yet insightful environment to discuss the training needs of the industry. ‘We’re excited to explore potential new curriculum offerings and hear directly from businesses in our community about what they need most.
’ One of the key topics of discussion will be the introduction of an upskilling course in men’s haircutting, planned for 2025. This course is designed to help qualified hairdressers refine and expand their skill sets, and feedback from attendees will play a crucial.