Beauty Therapy – Level 3

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Courses Code

QF3BE

Study method

Full Time

Location(s)

Tamworth

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Is this course for you?

Expand your practical beauty skills, build your beauty career prospects, and achieve an internationally recognised beauty qualification with our Level 3 Beauty Therapy course.

Our Level 3 course will equip you with the skills you need to thrive in the world of beauty therapy by advancing your skills and knowledge and allowing you to work at a higher level with increased opportunities for promotion within the industry.

On successful completion of this course, you will have achieved the VTCT Skills Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments.
Required qualifications

To be accepted onto the course, you will need to already have a relevant Level 2 qualification, ideally in beauty therapy, media/theatrical make-up, or specialist make-up.

You will need to be committed, enthusiastic, and have a desire to succeed in the beauty industry.
What skills will I develop?

This course will develop your skills as a beauty therapist, and over the course of the year, you will develop your knowledge, understanding, and skills on a range of units including:
- Anatomy and physiology for beauty therapists
- Working in beauty-related industries
- Provide facial electrotherapy treatments
- Provide body electrotherapy treatments
- Provide body massage
- Provide massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils
- Client care and communication in beauty-related industries
- Apply stone therapy massage
- Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
Careers

Career opportunities as a fully qualified beauty therapist exist in a variety of contexts including:
- Commercial beauty salons
- Self-employed in either a home-based or mobile setting
- Day spas
- Destination/hotel spas
- Destination/hotel spas
- Cruise liners
- Product manufacturing and training
Once you’ve achieved your Level 3 in Beauty Therapy, you could also go on to further study at Level 4 in areas such as Spa and Salon Management.
Work experience

Work experience is a compulsory aspect of the course, and throughout the year you will be required to complete a work experience placement of at least 40 hours within a salon.

Work experience is designed to bridge the gap between education and the world of work. It can help inform career choices, provide the opportunity for students to prove themselves to an employer, and help instill the attitudes and behaviours expected at work.

You can also expect to gain key interpersonal skills from completing work experience including:
- Self-reliance
- Self-confidence and self-esteem
- Problem solving
- Commercial awareness
- Maturity
- Teamwork
English and maths

English and maths qualifications are an integral part of the working world and will help you to prosper. If you are under 19 and don’t have a Grade 4 or above in English, maths, or both, you will be required to attend weekly GCSE classes at college alongside your beauty course.

If you are aged 19+, you are not required to complete English and maths, although you will be provided with the opportunity to do so if you would like to gain a recognised qualification. You can explore the range of GCSE and Functional Skills courses we offer for adults at the college here.

English and maths will also be embedded into the Level 3 programme and will help to develop your confidence in dealing with a number of core skills in the beauty industry such as the costing of treatments, effective communication with clients, timings for treatments, and taking bookings.
Other important information

When you begin your journey as a trainee beauty therapist, you will be expected to wear a uniform and purchase a kit which will become your tools to success. You will also be expected to provide your own stationery such as a folder, notepaper, and writing implements. The college expects all learners to arrive to every class with all of the required equipment, uniform, and a determination to work.

Depending on your individual circumstances, you may be eligible for financial support to help you cover the cost of both the uniform and the kit. You can read more about the different financial support on offer at the college here.

Is this course for you?

Expand your practical beauty skills, build your beauty career prospects, and achieve an internationally recognised beauty qualification with our Level 3 Beauty Therapy course.

Our Level 3 course will equip you with the skills you need to thrive in the world of beauty therapy by advancing your skills and knowledge and allowing you to work at a higher level with increased opportunities for promotion within the industry.

On successful completion of this course, you will have achieved the VTCT Skills Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments.
Required qualifications

To be accepted onto the course, you will need to already have a relevant Level 2 qualification, ideally in beauty therapy, media/theatrical make-up, or specialist make-up.

You will need to be committed, enthusiastic, and have a desire to succeed in the beauty industry.
What skills will I develop?
This course will develop your skills as a beauty therapist, and over the course of the year, you will develop your knowledge, understanding, and skills on a range of units including:
- Anatomy and physiology for beauty therapists
- Working in beauty-related industries
- Provide facial electrotherapy treatments
- Provide body electrotherapy treatments
- Provide body massage
- Provide massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils
- Client care and communication in beauty-related industries
- Apply stone therapy massage
- Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
Careers
Career opportunities as a fully qualified beauty therapist exist in a variety of contexts including:
- Commercial beauty salons
- Self-employed in either a home-based or mobile setting
- Day spas
- Destination/hotel spas
- Destination/hotel spas
- Cruise liners
- Product manufacturing and training
Once you’ve achieved your Level 3 in Beauty Therapy, you could also go on to further study at Level 4 in areas such as Spa and Salon Management.
Work experience
Work experience is a compulsory aspect of the course, and throughout the year you will be required to complete a work experience placement of at least 40 hours within a salon.

Work experience is designed to bridge the gap between education and the world of work. It can help inform career choices, provide the opportunity for students to prove themselves to an employer, and help instill the attitudes and behaviours expected at work.

You can also expect to gain key interpersonal skills from completing work experience including:
- Self-reliance
- Self-confidence and self-esteem
- Problem solving
- Commercial awareness
- Maturity
- Teamwork
English and maths

English and maths qualifications are an integral part of the working world and will help you to prosper. If you are under 19 and don’t have a Grade 4 or above in English, maths, or both, you will be required to attend weekly GCSE classes at college alongside your beauty course.

If you are aged 19+, you are not required to complete English and maths, although you will be provided with the opportunity to do so if you would like to gain a recognised qualification. You can explore the range of GCSE and Functional Skills courses we offer for adults at the college here.

English and maths will also be embedded into the Level 3 programme and will help to develop your confidence in dealing with a number of core skills in the beauty industry such as the costing of treatments, effective communication with clients, timings for treatments, and taking bookings.
Other important information

When you begin your journey as a trainee beauty therapist, you will be expected to wear a uniform and purchase a kit which will become your tools to success. You will also be expected to provide your own stationery such as a folder, notepaper, and writing implements. The college expects all learners to arrive to every class with all of the required equipment, uniform, and a determination to work.

Depending on your individual circumstances, you may be eligible for financial support to help you cover the cost of both the uniform and the kit. You can read more about the different financial support on offer at the college here.

Testimonials

“I’ve always been interested in and had a passion for different aspects of beauty. The previous year I completed Level 2 beauty and enjoyed it so continued onto the Level 3 course. The support from the tutors has helped to build up my self-confidence with completing treatments and assessments. In the future I can see myself working in a spa performing facial treatments.”

Emily Whitefoot

Former Level 2 and Level 3 Beauty Therapy Student

“I was student of the year in Level 2 and progressed onto Level 3 to develop more skills. I work in a salon in town called The Dolls House where I rent a chair doing nails on a Saturday. On Level 2 I enjoyed the waxing and pedicures, and this year, I love doing the massages such as the Swedish massage and vacuum suction. After college, I would like to go into a spa but also stay doing nails.”

Evie Bown

Former Level 2 and Current Level 3 Beauty Therapy Student

“After completing my Level 2 studies, I continued to study a Level 3 in beauty therapy, and my hopes are to specialise in massage. As well as the practical aspects of the course taking my learning to another level, I've been impressed with both the support I have received from the teachers and the class sizes as we're quite a small group so we’re close and comfortable with each other.”

Emma Pearce

Former Level 2 and Level 3 Beauty Therapy Student

“I have completed my Level 3 this year in beauty therapy. I have thoroughly enjoyed the course and developing my skills. College has helped me to progress in my education by allowing me to improve my skills, provide more advanced treatments, as well as build on previous knowledge from last year. Thank you to all the staff that have made it possible, onwards and upwards!”

Katie Mills

Former Level 2 and Level 3 Beauty Therapy Student

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Diploma in Beauty Therapy Level 3

Tamworth College

Start Date: September

Code: QTF3BE

Full Time: 35 Weeks

Day(s): Usually 3-4 days per week

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Beauty Therapy – Level 3

Is this course for you?

Required qualifications

What skills will I develop?

Careers

Work experience

English and maths

Other important information

Testimonials

Apply for a course

Diploma in Beauty Therapy Level 3