This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a beauty therapist including, mandatory units covering the following: facial and body electrical, body massage, electrical epilation, monitoring procedures in the salon and contributing to the planning of a promotional event. You will also have the opportunity to further develop your understanding and skills by selecting a number of optional specialist units which include: airbrush make-up services, intimate waxing, single eyelash extensions, UV tanning, self-tanning, massage with pre-blended oils, Indian head massage and stone therapy. The structure of this qualification provides you with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career as a beauty therapist.
This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years or over and will support you to gain employment as a beauty therapist, as the units contained in this qualification cover all the skills and knowledge required for this role. Entry onto this qualification can be via previous attainment of a Level 2 qualification in beauty therapy and/or a successful skills test and interview.
There are no formal English and Maths requirements for this course. Learners may be required to complete a successful skills test and/or interview to check their suitability for this course.
This qualification will qualify you for employment as a beauty therapist. You will also be eligible to join a professional association and gain insurance as a beauty therapist. Career opportunities as a beauty therapist exist in a variety of contexts, including: – Working in commercial beauty salons – Working in destination and day spas – Working independently/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings
Individuals aged 19 and over can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to help with the costs of a diploma at Learn Plus Us. The UK government introduced these loans to support learners studying advanced and higher-level courses. Loan eligibility does not depend on your income and there are no credit checks.
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