01/12/2023
Following her success at a recent regional heat, Level 3 Hairdressing Apprentice Amelia Higgins has continued her winning streak by claiming the highly distinguished bronze medal at the World Skills national finals in Manchester last week.
The national competition is renowned for its intensity, bringing together the brightest talents from various disciplines. In the Hairdressing category, participants were challenged to demonstrate their skills in men’s hair styling. Despite studying a women’s hairdressing course, Amelia welcomed the challenge by producing a variety of cuts, including mullets, perms, and afro styling.
Describing her week as “emotional”, Amelia said: “I’m so pleased to have won the bronze medal! The competition was intense at times, with some early starts and late finishes, but I recommend anybody who is interested in the competition to give it a go and use the experience to learn more about yourself.”
Amelia was supported by her tutor, Charlotte Thomas and her employer, Dy8 Desinz based in Stourbridge, who allowed her to take time away from their busy salon to prepare for the competition.
Neil Thomas, Chief Executive of Dudley College, extended warm congratulations to Amelia, acknowledging her fantastic achievement saying: “Winning the Bronze medal at the World Skills National Finals is a fantastic achievement. The competition is known for its intensity, but it certainly does bring out the best in participants. Amelia is an inspiration to other students at the college who understand the hard work it has taken to achieve this brilliant performance!”
Looking towards a bright future, Amelia hopes to continue hairdressing and in a few years’ time – take her skills worldwide by working with L’Oreal.
