Beauty Therapy

Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments

Introduction

Beauty therapy is a career that could take you right around the world. This course covers all aspects of beauty therapy with a strong science and management emphasis – developing your skills so you can progress further with your studies or work towards a management position in the industry.

Throughout this qualification you will develop your knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology, health and safety, and client care. You will also develop a range of technical skills in preparing the skin, and applying beauty therapy products and electrical equipment to the skin, using a variety of different techniques, as well as interpersonal skills that will assist you to communicate effectively with clients.

• Course Code

  Course Code:

  4181

• Entry Criteria

  Level 2 Beauty Therapy or equivalent. Students with GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or above will work towards the Extended Diploma.

  Don't meet the grades? Take a look at Level 2 Beauty Therapy for a solid understanding of key areas - you will be able to progress to the Level 3 upon successful completion.

  You will also be invited to a Course Introduction Meeting.

• What will I study?

  You’ll study a range of specialist subjects including:

  • Specialised electrical body and face treatments - provide electrical treatments for clients, treating the face, neck and décolleté to improve the skin or figure and reduction of tension.

  • Monitoring procedures in the salon - develop the supervisory skills to be able to manage a safe and hygienic work environment.

  • Contributing to the planning of a promotional event - work with others to plan, implement and evaluate promotional activities, competently present information and interact with the public.

  • Swedish massage and mechanical massage - develop the underpinning theory knowledge and understanding associated with the history, the origins, the philosophy and the role of massage therapies and other massage traditions.

  • Indian head massage - develop the knowledge and skills required to prepare for and provide a professional Indian head massage.

  • Body and skin analysis - part of a professional body therapy treatment where the therapist studies and assesses the client’s posture, figure, muscle tone, skin condition and BMI.

  • Epilation - prepare for and provide a professional electrical epilation treatment.

  Trips to trade fairs and exhibitions will broaden your understanding of the latest techniques including stone therapy. At College, team up with Fashion and Level 3 Hairdressing students to provide beauty services at their end of year shows.

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  Alongside your course you’ll study English and maths and take part in GAP work placements to develop your skills and confidence.

• What can I do next?

  This course is an essential foundation for a professional beauty career – opening the door to work in a spa, resort or cruise ship, or as a sales representative or equipment/product trainer. It’s also an essential stepping stone for further study if you have your eye on a management career, or teaching.

  To find out more visit the National Careers Service.

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