Local college students’ triumph at AHT competition
Students from barbering, beauty therapy, hairdressing and media make-up courses at West Lancashire College celebrated outstanding success at the Association of Hairdressers and Therapists competition held in Blackpool.
Learners from across the Skelmersdale-based college’s hair and beauty departments competed in a wide range of categories, showcasing their creativity and technical skills.
Competitions included Level 1 blow dry, bridal styling, barbering gents tapered haircut, '60s hairstyling, '80s make-up, bridal make-up, and cut and drying.
The Association of Hairdressers and Therapists (AHT) was founded in 1963 by a group of hairdressing educators and continues to operate as a national network for industry specialists to share best practice, support professional development, and celebrate emerging talent.
West Lancashire College students delivered an impressive performance on the day.
Beauty therapy students achieved an exceptional clean sweep, securing first, second and third place in their category.
Media make-up students were proud to take third place, while hairdressing students secured second place.
A spokesperson said that that the achievements reflect the students’ dedication, creativity and commitment to their studies, as well as the high standard of training delivered at the college.
Neil Farrell, head of creative services industries at the college said: “We are incredibly proud of all of our students who represented West Lancashire College at the Association of Hairdressers & Therapists competition.
"Their passion, creativity and commitment were evident in every category they entered.
"Achieving such fantastic results is a true reflection of the hard work they put into developing their skills, and they should all be extremely proud of what they have accomplished.”