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Beauty Therapy
Beauty Therapy
Level 2
Cheltenham
Forest of Dean
Gloucester
Course Overview
Full Time
Certificate
Certificate
Ideal if: you love the beauty industry and want to take the first step towards becoming a Beauty Therapist.
You’ll learn: facial skincare including massage and mask therapy, manicure and pedicure techniques, make-up and eye treatments.
Expect: to learn practical elements combined with the study of anatomy and physiology, client care, consultation techniques and health and safety.
You’ll love: working in a real salon environment, professional guest demonstrations and course trips.
This course is aimed at those wishing to pursue a career as a beauty therapist in this exciting and ever advancing industry. This is a preparation for work qualification which requires learners to develop the skills and knowledge required in the beauty industry.
Students will study theory and practical applications of the following:
- Provide manicure treatments
- Provide pedicure treatments
- Shaping and colouring eyebrows
- Apply make up
- Provide facial skincare
- Health and safety in the salon
- Salon reception duties
- Client care and communication in beauty related industries
(please note that units of study are subject to change)
Graduations at all of our Gloucestershire College Campuses offer learners the chance to train in facilities which are industry standard and will enable you to develop your skills in client consultation, customer service, current treatment techniques giving you the confidence to give pre and after treatment/service advice using a professional range of products and treatments with our skin care provider Monu.
Throughout your training programme you will be required to carry out treatments on your peers to develop your skills and take paying clients to gain the widest possible range of experiences and employability skills.
How will I be assessed?
- Assessments which are undertaken on paying clients throughout the course
- Written assignments and theory exams
As in a professional salon, students will be expected to give our clients the highest possible customer care and portray a professional image; you'll be required to wear a salon uniform whilst in the salon.
There are supplementary costs for material, books, course trips and visits. Financial assistance may be available. Please enquire at Student Services
Applicants will need to demonstrate good interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, commitment and an ability to communicate effectively.
Uniform and Kit
We strongly recommend that you do not purchase kit until you have been officially enrolled and received confirmation of this, all enrolments are subject to the conditions of your offer previously communicated to you.
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If you require financial assistance please contact our Student Services team by calling 0345 155 2020 (option 4) or email info@gloscol.ac.uk
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Typical Entry Criteria
Three GCSE subjects at Grade 3 and above:
Gloucestershire College welcome any other/combinations of relevant qualifications that are comparable and/or equivalent to the typical course entry requirements.
For 19+ applicants that do not have recognised qualifications may still meet course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment at the College’s discretion.
All queries regarding course entry criteria including the equivalency of qualifications and exceptional extenuating circumstances should be directed by email to the Admissions Department through applications@gloscol.ac.uk.
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The general progression route for our Beauty Therapy programme is:
Beauty Therapy (Level 3) BTEC Diploma
Or
Employment in industry
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If you want to work in a vibrant, ever-changing industry, a career in hairdressing, beauty and spas could be the right choice for you.
Employment prospects in this industry are diverse and exciting, with opportunities to work in high street salons, hotels and spas, or perhaps on cruise ships travelling the world. You may even like to set up your own business.
As a student, you’ll have the chance to use industry-standard facilities in our on-site salons at the Cheltenham, Gloucester and Forest of Dean campuses.
Throughout your training programme you will carry out treatments for your peers as well as for paying clients, giving you the chance to develop your skills and gain the widest possible range of experiences.
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