Beauty Therapy

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

Apprenticeship - NVQ Diploma - City & Guilds

Level

Level Two

What's it all about?

Our Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship is the perfect choice for those aspiring beauticians who want to earn as they learn. If you are already working in the industry, our course gives you the chance to study for a recognised qualification that will help you get ahead. Many students use this qualification as their starting point and go on to study other qualifications to widen their skill base.

You'll receive training and assessment in providing facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing, make-up and eye treatments and we'll introduce you to the anatomy and physiology related to each treatment. We'll also teach you about health and safety in the workplace, employment skills and reception duties.

Progression

On successful completion you may continue your studies and work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 in Beauty Therapy or a level 3 qualification in body and spa therapy or nail technology at the College. You can also work in beauty salons, nail studios etc. Alternative career opportunities exist in wholesale, retail and marketing.

Entry Requirements

An initial assessment is required to identify your entry level.

Duration

Approximately 18 months

Business Benefits

This Apprenticeship programme provides a framework to ensure your staff are competent in a wide range of skills, knowledge and understanding of the functions required in their job role.

Run On Demand?

Yes

Are there any exams?

There are a range of external assessments as well as practical, written and oral assessments to accompany each unit. Projects and portfolios of evidence are also required. Key skills/functional skills will be studied along with personal learning and thinking skills, and employment rights and responsibilities.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

The main subject areas covered include:

health and safety
develop effectiveness at work
promote additional products or services to clients
providing facial skincare treatment
enhancing the appearance of eyebrows and lashes
carrying out waxing, manicure and pedicure services.

Plus optional units:

fulfill salon reception duties
provide make-up services.

Key skills - application of number level 1 and communication level 1/functional skills are also studied, along with employers' rights and responsibilities, and personal learning and thinking skills.

When can I study?

In salon, and at the College one day per week, or negotiated attendance to cover unit requirements

Course Facts

This course is run on demand. Please contact us for further information on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.