Please explore the details of our VTCT-approved courses below, designed to help you build skills, gain recognised qualifications, and progress in your career.
VTCT Level 2 Beauty Therapy Diploma
Course Details
The VTCT Level 2 Beauty Therapy Diploma is designed to provide learners with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and professional standards required to begin a successful career in the beauty industry. This qualification covers a wide range of treatments and salon practices, enabling students to build a strong foundation in beauty therapy.
Core Units
Learners will develop competence in a variety of treatments and essential salon practices, including:
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Facial Skincare – Techniques for cleansing, toning, exfoliating, and applying masks to improve and maintain healthy skin.
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Waxing Services – Practical skills in hair removal for legs, underarms, bikini, and facial areas.
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Manicure & Pedicure Treatments – Nail care and finishing techniques for hands and feet, including nail shaping, cuticle care, and polish application.
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Lash & Brow Treatments – Tinting and shaping to enhance natural lashes and brows.
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Make-up Application – Day, evening, and special occasion make-up skills using professional products.
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Health, Safety and Hygiene in the Salon – Knowledge of maintaining a safe, clean, and hygienic working environment.
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Client Care and Communication – Developing strong interpersonal skills to deliver excellent customer service.
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Promoting Products and Services – Upselling and recommending products/treatments tailored to client needs.
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Reception Duties – Front-of-house skills including appointment booking, telephone handling, and client record management.
Optional Add-ons
Students can further enhance their skills and employability by choosing from a range of optional workshops, such as:
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Skin Analysis Techniques – Advanced methods of assessing skin types and conditions.
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Introduction to Massage – Basic massage movements to support relaxation and wellbeing.
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Product Knowledge Workshops – In-depth training on professional product ranges and their benefits.
How You Will Be Assessed
Students will be required to complete an examination to achieve their qualification.
Progression and Career Opportunities
On successful completion, learners can progress into employment as a junior beauty therapist within salons, spas, or retail settings, or continue their studies at Level 3 Beauty Therapy, which covers advanced treatments such as body massage, facial electrotherapy, and more.
This qualification equips students with the confidence, skills, and professionalism to begin their journey in the beauty industry.
VTCT Level 3 Beauty Therapy Diploma
Course Details
The VTCT Level 3 Beauty Therapy Diploma builds on the essential skills gained at Level 2, introducing more advanced treatments, specialist techniques, and a deeper understanding of anatomy and physiology. This qualification prepares learners for senior roles within salons, spas, clinics, and the wider beauty industry, or for progression to Level 4 study.
Core Units
Learners will develop advanced practical skills and professional knowledge in:
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Body Massage – Full body techniques to promote relaxation, relieve tension, and support wellbeing.
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Facial Electrotherapy – Treatments using specialist equipment such as microcurrent, galvanic, and high frequency to improve and maintain skin condition.
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Body Electrotherapy – Application of advanced equipment including G5, vacuum suction, and faradic for body contouring and toning.
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Electrical Epilation – Permanent hair removal techniques using electrical currents.
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Health & Safety – Ensuring professional practice and maintaining high standards of salon hygiene and safety.
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Client Care and Consultation – Delivering tailored advice and support to meet client needs.
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Anatomy & Physiology – In-depth knowledge of the human body to support safe and effective treatment delivery.
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Promoting and Selling Products/Services – Professional retail and upselling skills to enhance client satisfaction and salon business.
Optional Add-ons
Students can further enhance their skills and employability by choosing from a range of optional workshops, such as:
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Skin Analysis Techniques – Advanced methods of assessing skin types and conditions.
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Introduction to Massage – Basic massage movements to support relaxation and wellbeing.
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Product Knowledge Workshops – In-depth training on professional product ranges and their benefits.
How You Will Be Assessed
Students will be required to complete an examination to achieve their qualification.
Progression and Career Opportunities
On successful completion, learners can progress into employment as a junior beauty therapist within salons, spas, or retail settings, or continue their studies at Level 3 Beauty Therapy, which covers advanced treatments such as body massage, facial electrotherapy, and more.
This qualification equips students with the confidence, skills, and professionalism to begin their journey in the beauty industry.
VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser & IPL
Course Details
The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments is an advanced qualification designed for experienced beauty therapists who want to expand into the aesthetics sector. This course provides in-depth theoretical knowledge and specialist practical skills required to deliver safe, effective, and professional laser and IPL treatments for both hair removal and skin rejuvenation.
Core Units
Learners will study and develop competence in:
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Laser and Light Treatments for Hair Removal – Permanent hair reduction using advanced technology.
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Laser and Light Treatments for Skin Rejuvenation – Improving skin texture, tone, and appearance using targeted light-based treatments.
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Client Care and Treatment Planning – Conducting thorough consultations, skin assessments, and personalised treatment plans.
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Management of Health, Safety and Security in the Salon – Advanced knowledge of regulations, risk assessment, and safe working practices.
Technical Topics Covered
This course also covers the essential science and safety behind laser and light therapies, including:
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Laser/IPL Physics and Tissue Interaction – Understanding how light interacts with skin and hair.
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Fitzpatrick Skin Typing and Contraindications – Assessing skin types to ensure safe treatment application.
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Pre- and Post-Treatment Care – Client preparation, aftercare, and long-term maintenance advice.
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Complications and Skin Reactions – Identifying, preventing, and managing adverse reactions.
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Machine Settings and Parameters – Correct operation of professional-grade IPL and laser devices.
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Patch Testing – Essential safety checks before commencing treatments.
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Infection Control (High Standard) – Maintaining strict hygiene protocols to prevent risks.
How You Will Be Assessed
Students will be required to complete an examination to achieve their qualification.
Progression and Career Opportunities
This qualification enables therapists to progress into specialist roles within advanced beauty clinics, aesthetics practices, or medispas. It is also a recognised pathway for those wishing to move towards Level 5 qualifications in advanced skin and laser technologies, or to broaden into areas such as advanced facial rejuvenation and non-surgical cosmetic treatments.
The Level 4 Certificate equips learners with the confidence, technical expertise, and professional standards needed to deliver safe and effective results in this fast-growing sector of the beauty industry.
VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement A1(CAVA)
Course Details
The VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA), also known as the A1 Assessor Award, is a nationally recognised qualification for those who wish to become qualified assessors in their field. This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to assess learners’ occupational competence in the workplace, as well as their vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding in training or classroom environments.
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for:
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Professionals who want to assess NVQ/VRQ/VTCT qualifications.
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Beauty, hair, holistic, aesthetics, or other vocational practitioners looking to expand into assessing.
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Trainers, tutors, or workplace supervisors who need to carry out learner assessments.
What You Will Learn
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The principles and practices of assessment.
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How to assess learners’ occupational competence in the workplace.
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How to assess vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding in learning environments.
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How to use a variety of assessment methods, including:
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Observations
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Professional discussions
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Portfolios of evidence
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Witness testimonies
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Units Included
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Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
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Assess Occupational Competence in the Work Environment
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Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge and Understanding
Entry Requirements
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Learners must be at least 19 years old.
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You must already be competent and experienced in your vocational area (e.g. Beauty, Hair, Aesthetics, or related sector).
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Good literacy and communication skills are essential.
How You Will Be Assessed
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Written assignments and portfolio evidence.
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Practical assessments of your ability to assess learners in both workplace and training environments.
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Students will be required to complete an examination to achieve their qualification.
Qualification Outcome
Upon successful completion, you will be a qualified assessor, enabling you to:
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Assess learners working towards VTCT, NVQ, VRQ, and other vocational qualifications.
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Support training centres, colleges, and private academies as a professional assessor.
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Enhance your career prospects within the education and training sector.
This qualification is a valuable step for vocational professionals who want to broaden their career opportunities and contribute to the development of future learners.
VTCT Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)
Course Details
The VTCT Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) is an introductory teaching qualification that prepares you to deliver learning within the further education and skills sector. It is ideal for anyone wishing to begin a career in teaching or training, and is a widely recognised requirement for many teaching and training roles.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for:
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Individuals who want to start teaching or training in further education or private training academies.
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Beauty, hair, holistic, aesthetics, and other vocational professionals who wish to teach their subject.
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Those looking to progress to higher-level teaching qualifications (e.g. CET, DET).
What You Will Learn
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The roles and responsibilities of a teacher or trainer.
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How to plan, deliver, and evaluate inclusive teaching sessions.
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Different teaching and learning approaches.
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How to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
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Effective methods for assessing learners.
Units Included
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Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training
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Understanding and Using Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches
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Understanding Assessment in Education and Training
Entry Requirements
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Learners must be at least 19 years old.
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Learners must hold Beauty Therapy Level 2-3-4 Diploma.
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Competence in your chosen subject area (e.g. Beauty, Hair, Aesthetics, or another vocational subject).
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A good standard of English literacy and communication skills.
How You Will Be Assessed
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Written assignments and portfolio evidence.
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Delivery of a short micro-teaching session to demonstrate teaching skills.
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Students will be required to complete an examination to achieve their qualification.
Qualification Outcome
Upon successful completion, you will:
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Gain the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) – a nationally recognised teaching qualification.
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Be able to teach or train in your subject area within further education colleges, private training providers, or workplace settings.
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Progress onto higher-level teaching qualifications, such as the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET) or the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET).
This qualification is the perfect starting point for professionals who wish to share their skills and experience by teaching others, opening doors to a rewarding career in education and training.