Beauty Therapy

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

Advanced Apprenticeship - NVQ Diploma - City & Guilds

Level

Level Three

What's it all about?

Our Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship course 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.

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 a level 4 in beauty therapy, 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

Roll On Roll Off?

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 addressed along with personal learning and thinking skills, and employment rights and responsibilities.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

During the Apprenticeship you will study nine units covering the core body and facial electrical specialist units, as well as body massage, Indian head massage, core theory units and a specialist unit on maintaining personal health and well being.

During the second year you will study a further eight units, which include your everyday beauty therapy techniques such as manicure, make-up and waxing to name but a few, as well as specialist techniques in hot stone massage, epilation and aromatherapy.

When can I study?

In the salon and at the College

Course Facts

This course is run on a roll on roll off/run on demand basis, enrolments available throughout the year. . Please contact us for further information on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.