Preston College Adult Course Guide 2023/2024

5 www.preston.ac.uk Lynsey decided to join the Hairdressing Level 3 course to build upon her existing hairdressing skills, become more creative in her work and to feel more confident working within this fast-paced industry. After successfully completing the Level 2 qualification and learning so much from it, the decision to move onto the next course level was an easy decision. Lynsey says, “I love how I can use my own ideas to create new styles, as well as learning new skills at the same time.” On completion of the course, Lynsey plans to launch her own business, working from home in a newly built salon in her back garden. Since joining the course and with no prior experience, Joao has learnt how to design and build 3D models from scratch using Autodesk Maya (a software programme that visualises creations in 3D), how to digitally document his approach to projects, and how to create accurate and neat models. Joao says, “My favourite aspect of 3D modelling is the ability to work with organic shapes and having total control over what I’m doing. There are endless possibilities to Maya and this course is great for career progression into the industry, as the software is used by all of the big gaming and film companies. If you are thinking about becoming a 3D modeller, you really should consider coming to Preston College.” Mike joined the Level 2 Barbering Diploma, with no prior barbering experience, and quickly learnt a variety of techniques and basic skills that would set him up for future success. Now a fulltime barber, Mike is enjoying a highly successful barbering career as a self-employed barber with a busy and varied client list. As an adult learner, Mike juggled his course, work placement and paid employment as a DJ, to allow him to learn from experienced barbers, whilst advancing his skills and applying the theory learnt from the course into practice. Commenting, Mike said: “As an adult, I was really quite apprehensive about returning to college but I didn’t feel out of place once. Preston College has a real community feel and the course is structured in such a way that the more you put in, the more you got out, which I loved!” MIKE LEVEL 2 BARBERING DIPLOMA LYNSEY HAIRDRESSING LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA JOAO INTRODUCTION TO 3D MODELLING LEVEL 2

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