Course Summary
This qualification will help you to develop your skills in beauty therapy and will provide you with the foundation for further learning. It will also enable you to perform your own basic services and to assist others in the salon.
Course Content
The course consists of a variety of Beauty units:
• Follow Health and Safety in the Salon
• Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector
•Providing Basic Manicure
• Providing Basic pedicure
• Basic make-up application
• Skin care
• Working with others in the Hair and Beauty Sector
• Create a Hair and Beauty Image
• Themed Face Painting
• Nail Art Application
• Presenting a professional image in a salon
• The Art of Photographic Make-up
• Salon Reception Duties
Course Assessment
You are assessed by a variety of methods including:
• Practical observations
• Oral questioning
• Written modular tests.
• Production of a portfolio of evidence
You are expected to take part in the college's work experience programme and open days during your course of study.
Employer Benefits
A learner with basic skills in beauty therapy that can assist with services, working with supervision.
Materials
A beauty therapy kit is required along with a protective dress code/clothing approximately - £48.00
Beauty Kit approximately - £191.08
Qualifications
Beauty Therapy Diploma – Level 1
Progression
Beauty Therapy Level 2
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements to study for this qualification, but you must demonstrate a genuine interest in this subject, be prepared to follow high standards of behaviour and display a positive attitude to study.
You must be prepared to be working towards GCSE English and GCSE Maths, or a Functional Skill at Entry 3 level or above.
An initial assessment of your English and maths may be required depending on your qualifications to check you have the skills needed to successfully complete this course.
