“Studying at Cut Above was a great launching pad. The course is so immersive, you dedicate the whole year to focusing on learning and have a fantastic creative environment around you.”

"I loved Cut Above for creating a safe space that accepts and celebrates all of its students, especially LGBTQIA+, and the deep-rooted feeling of whanaungatanga imparted to its tauira, by its staff."

“I strongly believe that if you want to achieve something in life you need to work hard for it and enjoy it while you are at it!”

"The knowledge I’ve learnt at NZIS has been great, and I can apply it in my work today. The practical components were also really helpful in giving me hands-on experience."

"I was an older student, so it was nice that the campus was very welcoming. Everything was available when needed, and I enjoyed being on campus."

“I just love it too much, and the connection I made with our class was just really good and I could see that some of our boys needed a bit of a push.”

“I chose to study with Elite because it has a reputation for a high industry standard of training, I wanted to train somewhere reputable that employers recognise”.

"I’ve loved every moment at Elite. I’ve learnt so much, and found that there is always more to learn."

“With specialised teachers for each field of beauty therapy, the tutors at Elite are able to offer the best training, and they pass on their knowledge and experience gained from working in the industry...Elite's purpose built facilities offer clinic-like settings which help prepare you for the workforce.”