ORIENTATION AT THE FRENCH
NOT LONG NOW UNTIL YOU BECOME A FRENCHIE...
Feeling anxious about making friends on your first day? You’re not alone! It’s actually one of the most common fears all soon-to-be Frenchies have before they embark on their studies.. We all worry about what others will think about us, will we fit in, will people be nice, will we be accepted… but the people you meet at Orientation will soon become your great friends – the very same people who cheering you on and celebrating your success at Graduation in just 12 months!
YOUR ORIENTATION SCHEDULE
8.30am - 2.30pm
The first day is a fun and interactive day to get settled in and practise the Frenchie bun and red lip!
8.30am - 2.30pm
Today you'll get familiar with our online learning platform and participate in the incredible Dream Ceremony.
8.30am - 4.30pm
Today is your first official day of learning cutting-edge The Future of Beauty curriculum.
Your Orientation Schedule
Day One
Day Two
Day Three
COMMON QUESTIONS
Yes. Orientation is compulsory AND fun!
Orientation is an important part of getting to know the campus, getting you logged in to the learning portals, and we also start your first beauty therapy unit during Orientation Week. We’ve designed these three unmissable days to get you started on the right foot, ready for the year ahead.
- Please wear long black pants, black t-shirt and in-closed black shoes (we recommend ballerina flats)
- Please tie your hair up in a neat bun or ponytail (for hair shoulder length or longer)
- Natural makeup should be worn (Foundation/bb cream and mascara at minimum)
- Only 1 pair of stud earrings is to be worn. All other piercings including facial and tongue piercings need to be removed
- Water bottle
- Laptop (we have laptops available to rent for a $50 12 month loan fee)
- If you wish to bring your own morning tea and lunch, we have a student kitchen with fridges/microwave etc in the Student Kitchen.
You will receive your uniform during your orientation week. Don’t worry, we have lots of sizes available and you will be able to try them on.
Of course! Our Admissions team are here all week to help you finalise your documentation for your enrolment or VET Student Loan application.
Absolutely! If you are required to complete the LLN exercise as part of your enrolment, we can set time aside during Orientation week for you.
Presentation Is Crucial
Here’s some dress and uniform requirements for day 1…
- Please wear long black pants, black t-shirt and in-closed black shoes (we recommend ballerina flats)
- Please tie your hair up in a neat bun or ponytail (for hair shoulder length or longer)
- Natural makeup should be worn (Foundation/bb cream and mascara at minimum)
- Only 1 pair of stud earrings is to be worn. All other piercings including facial and tongue piercings need to be removed
What To Bring
Here’s a checklist so you don’t forget the essentials..
- Water bottle
- Laptop (we have laptops available to rent for a $50 12 month loan fee)
- If you wish to bring your own morning tea and lunch, we have a student kitchen with fridges/microwave etc in the Student Kitchen.
DON'T FORGET!
If you have outstanding documentation for your VET Student Loans approval you will need to email these to admissions@thefrench.edu.au to finalise your enrolment.
FOR STUDENTS STARTING AT O-WEEK
Your Orientation Schedule
FOR STUDENTS STARTING AFTER O-WEEK
Express Orientations - By Invitation Only
8.30am – Students to arrive at The French Beauty Academy
What to expect:
- Go in an in-depth Campus Tour
- Meet other late-starter Frenchies
- Set up your Laptop and log into STELLA our online learning system
- Be fit for your French uniform
11.00am – Class Starts (if class is on that day, otherwise you’re all finished up and can head home).
FOR STUDENTS STARTING AFTER O-WEEK
Express Orientations
8am – You will be welcomed by the Campus’s Deputy Principal. They will run you through everything you need to know about campus facilities, support and all the final steps of getting started at The French.
8.45am – You will be introduced to your class cohort and educator for day one.
9.00am – Class Starts
12.00pm – We suggest a BYO lunch on your first day while you settle in to have lunch with your new classmates or take some quiet time to refuel and recharge.
1.00pm – Return to Class
4.00pm – Congratulations, you’ve completed your Express Orientation!
Find the perfect course for you from our range of nationally accredited diploma, certificate and short courses.
Our friendly team of Student Advisors (many of whom are former Frenchies) are just an email, live chat, or phone call away.
Our luxurious, salon-inspired facilities are described as Harvard-meets-Chanel. Find an Australian campus near you!
In the spirit of reconciliation, The French Beauty Academy acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country on which our Campuses stand today. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners of the land, their Elders past, present and emerging, and to their connections to land, sea and community. Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.
Read The Uluru Statement here.
