Transform your passion for beauty and aesthetics into a fulfilling career.
Learn the skills and experiences needed for this ever-changing industry in a range of areas, including Hairdressing, Barbering, Theatrical Make-up and more.
Hair and Beauty
The Salon and Spa
You will train in our industry-standard salon and spa, where you can work with professional equipment on real-life clients.
These will give you the experiences you need to make it in the industry, and put you above the competition.
Our salon and spa is open for appointments throughout the academic year.
Full Time courses
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EKC Canterbury College students take part in KFE4Skills Competition 2024
15 March 2024
EKC Canterbury College students competed in KFE4SKILLS and showcased their skills in a range of different industries.
Practical Experiences
As well as working in our on-site salon and spa, our students also get lots of practical experiences outside the course, such as working on makeup looks for shows held in our Lanfranc theatre.
Skills Competitions
Throughout their course, all our Hair and Beauty students get the chance to take part in competitions, such as the KFE4Skills Awards.
Hair and Media Makeup student, Hannah won this year’s Gold Medal at the KFE contest for her Fashion and Photographic Makeup look.
Taught by Industry Professionals
Our students are taught by highly qualified tutors, many of whom have extensive industry experience.
Katrina Hobbs, Deputy Head of Professional Services, spent many years travelling the world with and teaching for the International Dermal Institute.
She is a firm believer that training and education is the key to success.
How you apply for a course at Canterbury College
Step 1 – Find a subject you’re interested in
Explore our Hair and Beauty courses, and see what is right for you.
Step 2 – Apply
Apply on our website through our application portal.
Step 3 – Come to an interview
Come along to an interview here at EKC Canterbury College, where you can meet our team and enrol onto one of our courses.
Explore our Facilities
Open to the Public
Students gain customer service skills whilst dealing with real clients and bookings.
Beauty Salons
Students have access to industry standard salons and equipment including beauty beds, steamers and spray tanning guns.
Hair Salon
Our hair salon is equipped with modern styling equipment, hair washing stations and leading products using within the industry.
Nail Bars
Learn the art of nail technology within our nail bar. Practice on dummy nails before applying the perfect manicure to clients.
Media Makeup Studio
Our purpose built makeup studio is equipped with a variety of make up and SFX products, along with a photography station, ready to capture high quality images of student work.
“I’m so excited to start my journey at the University of Arts Bournemouth, where I’ll be studying a foundation in Art.
“I can’t wait to specialise in theatrical makeup after my foundation year, where I’m hopefully going to work more on horror and SFX-style makeup.
“Jump straight into College life. It’s the best way to make the most of your experience. I’ve changed so much from the shy student I once was. This journey has helped me grow and develop in ways I never imagined.”
Emily Williams
Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair, and Makeup student
“I am really enjoying my course so far. I have used the skills I’ve learnt and built my confidence to now being able to run my own small business as a freelance Make-Up Artist.”
Maddie Wells
Theatrical Makeup student
“The facilities on the Hairdressing course are fantastic; it’s amazing that we get to offer our services to real-life clients. This has given me a real sense of what being a Hairdresser is like, and has definitely developed my customer service skills.”
Phillippa Worthington
Hairdressing student
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