Carol Opie-Kumar

I started my Hairdressing career at the age of 16 as an Apprentice which gave me a solid foundation to develop my passion for the industry where I worked my way up to Level 3. I gained further qualifications in Beauty Therapy Level 2 & Level 3 which broadened my skills. I have been in education for 19 years and really love to see our students develop a wide range of skills progressing through the levels leading to secure employment, some even opening their own salons.

• 2009 - Current | EQA for City and Guilds

  External verifier for City and Guilds in hairdressing, looking at Quality assurance systems and ensuring the quality in provision of hairdressing/barbering qualifications, and offering on-going support to FE colleges and private providers.

• 2008 | BA in Education from Huddersfield University

• 2004 - Currnet | Craven College

  Centre manager for Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Nails, Hospitality and Catering

• 1978-2019 | Industry practice

  Since completing an apprenticeship in I have experienced working in a variety of salons and run my own business

• 1978 | Hairdressing Apprenticeship

  My 3 year apprenticeship taught me many skills in hairdressing, science, art at college and fantastic practical experience in the workplace