This is an entry level course for those looking to start a career in beauty therapy. It introduces you to beauty practical skills and essential knowledge to enable progression to a higher-level course. You will learn about skin care, manicures and pedicures, nail art, massage and waxing techniques
Intro to the course:
This is an entry level course for those looking to start a career in beauty therapy. It introduces you to beauty practical skills and essential knowledge to enable progression to a higher-level course. You will learn about skin care, manicures and pedicures, nail art, massage and waxing techniques and day and corrective make-up.
Who is the course for?
This course is ideal for anyone wanting to start a career in beauty therapy. It is ideal for school leavers or those looking to change career. The course will prepare you for progression into employment within the Beauty industry.
What will I study?
You'll learn how to provide various Beauty therapy treatments after developing skills in the following :
Facial skincare treatments
Hand and foot care
Back, neck and shoulder massage
Gel and acrylic nails
Developing Make-up Skills
Improving wellbeing
You'll learn through groupwork, workshops, demonstrations, lectures, industry visits and guest speakers.
Next step course options
NC Level 6 Beauty Therapy or Level 6 Creative Make-up
How will I be assessed?
Practical assessment on live clients. Closed and open-book written assessments.
Why should I choose this course?
The beauty industry needs skilled staff. This introductory course will teach you the necessary skills and techniques needed for entry to a higher-level course in beauty therapy.
You'll be taught in our beauty therapy studios by lecturers with current industry experience. Engagement with employers such as Ellisons, Hair and Beauty, Manicure company, Capital Hair & Beauty, Dermalogica and others will give you an insight into the industry, and offer opportunities and experience.
Where can this course lead?
This course prepares you for salon work and self-employment as a therapist.
What are the entry requirements?
One or more of the following:
Two National 4 qualifications
Commitment and dedication to the course
Keen interest in the beauty therapy industry
Acceptance will require a successful interview
What are the interview arrangements?
Group information session. Individual short interview.
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