Testimonials
A small selection from the many wonderful letters of thanks we receive from our valued students:
"Following my experience on the Nail Technician course at the Carlton Institute's Glasgow training school, I would highly recommend it. We were provided with excellent training manuals for the theory work, and then spent the majority of the day completing practical demonstrations. Our lecturer was amazing and very helpful. If you're planning on setting up your own business like me, or just want to learn some new manicure skills, then this is the ideal course for you." - Sarah Smith, January 2012
"I would like to extend my sincerest thanks to Ms. Helen Glenn for the training that I received during my NVQ massage course at the Carlton Institute, Exmouth in December 2011. I travelled from the Caribbean to be a participant of this programme, and even though this was all new to me, Helen made my stay so comfortable and memorable. She always displayed a warm and friendly attitude. Although I had no previous knowledge of massage, Helen, being such a great teacher, was able to transform me to meet the requirements necessary to graduate. She was very insightful and most importantly she made learning enjoyable. She is truly an asset to your organization and I congratulate you for having such a wonderful person as Helen Glenn on your team. I look forward to receiving my NVQ package to continue my studies with you and I will be very delighted to recommend my friends from the Caribbean to your courses. Once again, thank you and I wish you and your team all the best and continued success for 2012." - Nadia Salamat-Ali
"Lynda was an absolute star to interact with, and when the portfolio was assessed as fast as it was, I was gobsmacked! The ladies on the phone at Carlton have been incredibly helpful and accommodating. Even though it's made clear that it can take several weeks for portfolio submissions to be processed, clearly at the Institute they do their best to move things along as efficiently as possible. My portfolio was marked far more quickly than I'd hoped, so I was very impressed and pleased. It's a pleasure dealing with the team at Carlton Institute." Best, Renée
"During the course of the day I learnt the process of a Manicure and Pedicure, I also learnt what the difference is between a standard manicure and luxury one (also for man and ped.) I enjoyed the course/lesson and found it interesting to learn about and understand what tools are used during these treatments and what they each were used for. I also feel like I have been taught enough information to confidently complete a manicure or pedicure on a client as well as upon myself." Maria Mctaggart
"During the Manicure and Pedicure lesson I gained theoretical and practical experience which was demonstrated by Natasha. The lesson was enjoyable and easy to understand which is very important for students to be confident. We learnt how to give a basic and luxury manicure. During this lesson because I am new to beauty, I enjoyed learning something new, giving a Manicure and Pedicure, practicing nail polish application. I can't wait for the next lesson with Natasha. It should be easy to complete the NVQ after she helped me with everything. Thank you." Marie Ahmad
"Today I attended a Hopi Ear course at your Derby location and have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed it. My tutor Alex Toddington made me feel very welcome when I arrived and put me at ease. She explained all the theory to me and was very helpful if I had any questions to ask. The practical side of the course was also explained clearly and she went through the treatment in depth too. Being a trainee therapist, it was good to actually experience the treatment myself. At the end of the morning we had our test and then received our certificates. I recently attended a Hot Stone therapy course at another college which I won't name but I had to chase them up countless times for my certificate which I wasn't too happy about. I thought that I had good value for my money and the fantastic offers that you do are very welcome when in this current climate times are hard. I will definitely come back and do more holistic and beauty courses and also recommend you to my other therapist friends."
Thanks again.
Steven Kelley
"Thank you for teaching Reflexology - your teaching was excellent and easy to follow, with a great style! And thanks for saving our course by flying down South! Really enjoyed it. Safe journey back - and hopefully see you in the future." Hayley Curtis.
"Thank you to Helen Glenn who is just the loveliest tutor ever. Patient, professional and thorough, not to mention very approachable. Also to Joy who tutored me on the Refexology course recently. She was professional but fun too. Last but not least, the Admin Team who have been extremely pleasant. I would recommend the Carlton Institute to anyone looking for good results." 27th April, 2009 Angela from Nr Bristol
"Hi, I would just like to say I had a fantastic day with Helen today on my make up and ear piercing courses in Exmouth. She is a fantastic teacher who made the day enjoyable and fun. Even though there was alot of information to take in, she made sure everyone understood what was being taught and made sure everyone had the chance to try everything. I have come home on a complete high from a fab day and I hope Helen gets the credit she deserves for being a brilliant teacher."
Rachel Glynn, Exmouth.
"I have just completed my training in November with Emma at Glasgow. I wanted to contact you to say that I really enjoyed all of the courses. Emma's friendly and encouraging approach ensured that we all felt at ease taking on these new learning experiences. Her teaching was clear and concise and she is obviously very knowledgeable. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending her training to others". Angela Gilroy
"The courses where fantastic very informative. Nicola was brilliant and lovely to work with. I have done Beauty Therapy level 2 with Nail extensions (all systems), Body massage, Aromatherapy , Nail art, Reflex, Sports Massage, Brazilian and will be coming to do Henna". Tracey White
"Just wanted to say I attended four day course at Exmouth week of Dec 1st which was run by Helen Glenn. Found the course excellent and very well run , very professional. Will definitely use the facility again". Eileen Filsell
"Lynne was fantastic mature in her teaching and extremely knowledgeable. I'm over the moon the Carlton Institute has come to the North East. The courses were brilliant". Beverley Stephenson
"All tutors are fantastic but Sam stood out and was the best completely thorough with everything she is a brilliant tutor!!!" Rachel Clunie
"Just a quick note to say how much I enjoyed the waxing course today, there was a lovely group of us and Helen made it a very fun and, of course, educational day. She is a great tutor and helped put us nervous ones at ease very quickly."
"I'm sure I'll be booking on another course - if not a couple!" Debbie, Exmouth
"I'd just like to tell you how much I enjoyed the courses and teaching. The courses are so well structured and you make the atmosphere so nice that the whole experience was really enjoyable and worthwhile - thank you!"
Sue Turner, Merseyside
"The tutor was absolutely superb, she has great patience and works extremely hard to get everyone through. I am amazed at how much I learnt in such a short time."
Angela Keane, Glasgow
"I thought I would write and tell you how much I enjoyed the Facials course I attended on 21st February. I arranged this course by telephone and found everyone I have dealt with to be most helpful."
"Our tutor on the day was Julia. I was impressed not only with her friendly, professional approach but she clearly demonstrated a thorough knowledge of her subject."
Keith Williams, Swindon
"I am writing to you in order that your staff can be recognised for their outstanding organisation and customer care. I don't usually write such letters, but then it is rare to be treated with such care and to be given prompt attention.
"I took the Nail Extension and Nail Art courses at the end of July. I rang on several occasions to check some small details and I was always given 1st class treatment and my queries answered straight away... and they have always been so helpful and very knowledgeable about the courses and requirements. Even when I have left answerphone messages they have not once failed to call me back. Their professionalism is shown at all times, even when I accidentally left some goods that I had purchased at the school, within 2 days they had them sent directly to my home. I cannot say 'thank you' enough for the help and support shown to me".
Sian Edwards, Swansea
"This is just a short e-mail to thank you for everything you helped me with. I attended the make-up course on 22 September and it was great. Our Therapist was Sam, she was great as well. I learnt a lot, actually more than i expected, for that i am truely grateful. Thank you again."
Glynis, Zimbabwe
"I would definitely recommend the Carlton Institute. I did a couple of courses with you last year and am about to go back for more. I would just say that if you are planning to have a good future in the business it is definitely worth going on and taking the NVQ/IHBC qualifications. You stand in much better stead when finding employment. I am just coming to the end of my NVQ courses via distance learning with the Carlton and they have been very supportive throughout, always happy to give advice etc."
Cathy, Dorset
"I also did my training with the Carlton and found them excellant. Im currently doing my IHBC however, wondered if I should also complete the NVQ? Any advice?"
Ang, South Wales
"They are very good I trained there with my electrolysis,they offer (IHBC)& (NVQ),providing you do home study and case studies."
Suz, eastbourne
"I'd definitely recommend them. I did manicure, pedicure and make up with them and am going back in a few weeks to do acrylic, gel and fibreglass nails. You can get insurance straight away and through home study you can get NVQs etc. They are really helpful afterwards too."