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5-Day Finishing Touch Etiquette Course

A Student Survival Training Programme

Saturday 4th August - Wednesday 8th August 2012

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Day One

Introductions

  1. Introducing yourself

  2. Handshakes

  3. Social kissing

  4. How to handle bad introductions

  5. What to do when you don't catch their name

  6. How to enter and leave a room

Dining Etiquette

  1. Cutlery & flatware

  2. Glassware

  3. Napkin placement

  4. The place setting - how to set the perfect dinner table

  5. Common mistakes and slip-ups

  6. Tricky foods

  7. Customs & nuances around the world

  8. Tipping

Entertaining Etiquette

  1. The different types of parties (drinks, dinner, buffets)

  2. The role of the host (seating plans, food & drink, invitations, duties at the party)

  3. The role of the guest (RSVPs, gifts, time keeping)

  4. Online invitations - what to be wary of when inviting on Facebook

  5. How to respond to an invitation correctly

  6. Most common entertaining disasters

  7. Napkin folding

Cookery

  1. Students will learn how to prepare & cook mouthwatering canapés

  2. Simple and interesting first courses

A lesson in the game of Bridge

Day Two

Household Management

  1. Good housekeeping ideals

  2. Ironing: shirts, blouses and trousers

  3. Menu planning

  4. How to make the most of store cupboard supplies

  5. How to pack a suitcase

  6. Sewing 101

  7. Valeting skills

Cookery

  1. Students will learn about main courses

Trip to historic house (April course)
Trip to watch the polo (August course)

Day Three

Dress, Grooming & Image

  1. First impressions

  2. Dress codes: from 'come as you are' to 'white tie'

  3. Making the most of colour and style: creating a look to suit your image

  4. Shoes, accessories and jewellery

  5. Make-up session with top make-up artist

  6. Skincare and grooming

  7. Body language and gestures

  8. Colour analysis

  9. Wardrobe maintenance

  10. Deportment

Flower arranging

Dance: Strictly Ballroom!

Day Four

Voice Training & Public Speaking

  1. Vowel sounds

  2. Consonants

  3. Correct pronunciation

  4. Vocal exercises

  5. Speech content

  6. Delivery

  7. Presentation

Current Affairs

  1. How the news and media shape our lives

Eat Well, Feel Well

  1. Eating for energy

  2. Eating for health & beauty

  3. Basic nutrition

Self-defence & Personal Safety

This session is always popular and is, sadly, crucial for modern living. Lead by professional safety coach Amanda Wilson, the young ladies will leave the class with the knowledge of how to defend themselves in a difficult situation.

Cookery

  1. Students will today learn how to create eye-catching and tasty puddings

Cocktails, mocktails & wine appreciation

Day Five

A Masterclass in Pearls

Wendy Graham, M.D. of Pearlescence Ltd, will talk about the timelessness and uses of pearls as well as demonstrating some techniques for making pearl jewellery. By the end of the session students will have selected a pair of pearls and made them into earrings and also watched Wendy make a necklace, including knotting between each pearl.

Protocol for the Workplace

  1. CVs and covering letters

  2. Interviews

  3. Introducing clients

  4. Answering the telephone

  5. Titles and correct form

  6. Entering an office: where and when to sit

  7. A businessman's props

  8. Accepting gifts

Graduation

To mark the end of the course, family & friends of the students are invited along to a small graduation ceremony.

The day, and course, will end with an afternoon tea for all.

Other Information

  1. £1,195 (inclusive of meals & accommodation)

  2. £995 (inclusive of meals, excluding accommodation)

  3. Accommodation within the house is on a first-come-first-served basis

  4. Fees are based on a minimum number of attendees

  5. Tutors: William Hanson & Diana Mather (and some external tutors)

  6. Saturday 4th August - Wednesday 8th August 2012 (Cheshire)

Please see our Terms & Conditions page for information about how and when to pay.

What the students say...

I first heard about this course on online and felt it was exactly what I was looking for. It did not disappoint! I was made to feel comfortable and at ease while learning how to handle a range of social situations. Diana and William were friendly and charming and the surroundings were absolutely delightful. The techniques are simple and practical and I'm finding that I already use them in my everyday life. I would recommend this course to anyone looking for that extra confidence to manage any social situation they might find themselves in
Jessica

I certainly had a great time: the time of my life! I shall never forget it and would jump at the chance to do it again
Louise

I decided to sign up to the course to learn more about detailed social and life skills. The student survival, cooking and business protocol sessions were particularly helpful for me as I am about to start university and have part time jobs. Also, the self defence session has given me more confidence with going out with friends in the evening by showing us simple but highly effective techniques for avoiding and getting out of possible compromising situations. I found the course very informative, as well as extremely useful and invaluable for everyday life. The course was conducted by exceptionally knowledgeable and welcoming staff, in a very beautiful and friendly environment. I made lots of new friends, enjoying every minute of my experience there and so highly recommend it
Emma

The five days I was on the course has made a real impact to how I go about my every day routine. I feel more confident and have gained maturity since taking part. I've gained so many skills that will help me throughout my life from basic cooking and cleaning to how to conduct myself in a range of social and business situations. While it was an intense course, it was very enjoyable and included a lot of time to get to know new friends through dinner parties and afternoon tea. It was such a rewarding experience and I would recommend it to anyone
Camilla