Career Launch in Beauty Therapy

Level: 1 | Duration: 1 year | Start Date: 15/09/25
Details: Monday, 9.30am – 2.30pm

What is this course about?
This course looks at the most exciting and ever-changing world of beauty therapy . You will be introduced to a variety of beauty therapy treatments and will get the opportunity to practice your beauty skills in the college industry salons.

Why choose this course?

• 100% pass rates
• One of the top Colleges in the country for success rates
• Opportunities to gain valuable work experience at local and national events
• Enter local and national competitions

Entry Requirements
Working at Entry Level 3 in English on our college assessment or a minimum GCSE grade E/2 or Entry Level 3 English qualification (including reading and writing). You will also have a college admissions interview. Hairdressing is a personal service; people skills are also important.

What will this course lead on to?
Progression on to the Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy or Media Makeup with Hairdressing or a career as an assistant within a salon or retail environment.

What will I learn on this course?
Within this course you will learn – a variety of salon and spa nail treatments, pedicures and facial skin care treatments.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by on-going practical assessments throughout the programme, tests may be required to complete units and check knowledge, also you will have to complete projects and produce a portfolio of your work.

Are there any costs associated with this course?
Course fee: £928 (TBC)*

**Many of our courses can be studied for free, even if you are employed or self-employed, depending on your individual circumstances and the course you have chosen to study. Click here for more information.

This course can be paid in instalments.

The course requires a full professional college kit (costs TBC), and a Tunic top (approx. £25 plus postage and packing). You must also wear full length black trousers and a full black shoe. You will

have to provide files etc for your course work and photographic evidence is required for practical assessments.

**You may be eligible to access financial support to help with the cost of your kit and tunic.

Facilities:
At the Centre of Excellence for Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy we have recently refurbished contemporary facilities, including four hairdressing salons, four beauty salons and media make up studio. This provides students with the opportunity to run their own salons and showcase their skills to the public.