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Beauty Therapy Level 3 VRQ

Course Code: C30106

Level: 3

Study mode: Full time

Duration: 2 years

Course Code: C30106

Level: 3

Study mode: Full time

Duration: 2 years

Our VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy is a technical level qualification aimed at 16-18 learners wish to pursue a career in advanced industries, spas, as an employed and/or self-employed beauty therapist, without limitation.

Course content

This qualification is based on the national occupational standards for beauty therapy and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a beauty therapist. Units include:

Health and safety in the salon
Client care and consultation
Body analysis
Skin analysis
Swedish massage therapy
Body electrical treatment
Facial electrical treatment
Electrical science
Mechanical massage
Anatomy and physiology for the face and body systems

What do I need?

Grade 4 in English Language, Maths, Science would be advantageous. This qualification is also for those who have successful achieved level 2 in hairdressing.

How will I be assessed?

The course is assessed by a combination of practical units, tests and assignments. You will also be required to produce a portfolio of evidence. The evidence in the portfolio may take the following forms including; observed work, witness statements, audio-visual media, evidence of prior learning or attainment, written questions, oral questions, assignments and case studies.

Where can it take me?

Learners who achieve this qualification are eligible to become members of the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) or Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT). As a beauty therapist, learners could progress directly into employment in a variety of contexts, which include:

Commercial salons
Destination/day spas
Independent/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings
Health farms
Cruise liners
Care homes
Airlines or hotel chains

Whilst the primary purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners for employment, learners may choose to develop their knowledge and skills further by completing a specialist qualification at Level 4 in one or more of the following areas:

Salon management
Holistic therapies
Advanced beauty therapy
Universities

Additional information

All timetables will incorporate evening classes running until approximately 8pm to ensure learners are work-ready and prepared for industry expectations.

Contact

Curriculum Director: Alicia Mason

Email: amason@halesowen.ac.uk

Course Code: C30106

Level: 3

Study mode: Full time

Duration: 2 years

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