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Beauty Therapy - NVQ Level 3

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  • Hours: More than 15 hours per week, 36 weeks
  • Next start date(s): September
  • Course Location: Tien Beauty Academy & work placements
  • Who's it for: School Leavers 16-18, Adult Learners 19+

Is this course for me?

This course is suitable for motivated and dedicated applicants who have a good eye for shape and design alongside good presentation skills and a desire to promote the industry and are able to work independently.

What will I study?

You will study a general Level 3 beauty therapy route to ensure maximum employment opportunities including electrical face and body treatments, body massage and related subjects, epilation, retailing and promotion and health and safety. You will be expected to have a work placement in the beauty industry so that you can continue with your Level 2 skills and put your new Level 3 knowledge into practice.

Subjects:

  • Contribute to the financial effectiveness of the business
  • Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health & safety
  • Epilate the hair follicle using diathermy, galvanic and blend techniques
  • Improve body condition using electro-therapy
  • Improve face and skin condition using electro-therapy
  • Promote additional products or services to clients
  • Provide head and body massage treatments

What can I do next?

This can lead to progression onto a Foundation Degree in complementary health, care or beauty therapy or employment opportunities in a range of beauty salons, spas and outlets.

This can lead to employment in:

  • Hotels
  • Beauty Salons
  • Cruise Liners
  • Theatre
  • Health & Leisure Centers
  • Television
  • These are optional subjects:
  • Provide massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils

What are the entry requirements?

You will need to have completed your NVQ Level 2 in Beauty Therapy, completed a Level 2 Key Skills Communications/Functional Skills English (evidence of this is required) and to attend the College for an interview.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is by a combination of observation of practical work and written assessments, projects and assignments. You will have regular meetings with your personal tutor to discuss your progress and to help plan your studies. Additional support, help and guidance is also available from the guidance team or from our Study Buddies (a network of students offering help to fellow students).

What will it cost?

If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances, you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out when you apply.

Course fee: £1370 Exam fee: £180

Please note: For courses of more than one year, the fees stated apply to the first year only. These costs are for the academic year 2011-2012 only.