Level: 2 | Duration: 1 Year | Start Date: September
Details: Various weekdays/times (2-3 days per week)
What is this course about?
This Professional Beauty Therapy course will prepare you for work in an exciting career as a Beauty Therapist. You will watch demonstrations and practice new techniques from manicures to applying flawless make up. You will learn how to advise clients and make recommendations on all their beauty needs through theory sessions, which will enhance your practical skills. Classes will consist of both 16-18 and adult students.
Why choose this course?
- Winners in the UK World Skills Beauty Therapy Competitions,
- Trips to national beauty exhibitions,
- An opportunity to join our artistic team,
- Excellent employment rates within the industry.
Entry Requirements:
Level 1 Beauty qualification is required for this course (previous experience within the beauty industry will be considered). Working at Level 1 in English on our college assessment or minimum GCSE grade D/3 or Level 1 English qualification (including reading and writing). You will also have a college admissions interview.
What will this course lead on to?
Progression onto Level 3 Beauty or employment in a salon or cosmetic company.
What will I learn on this course?
You will be involved in both practical & theory sessions to gain your qualification including: working in the beauty industry, health & safety, customer care & communication, salon reception, facial massage techniques, selling products and services, remove hair using waxing techniques, manicure, pedicure, nail art techniques, makeup, tanning and facial skin care for men.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by on-going practical assessments throughout the programme, with a final practical assessment at the end of your course. You will be tested on your theoretical understanding throughout the beauty therapy programme, with a final theory exam at the end of your course.
Course fee: £1,570 (TBC)
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This course can be paid in instalments.
The College does provide a payment scheme for the purchase of kits
Are there any costs associated with this course?
Kit £130.00 Tunic £25.00 (TBC) You must also wear full length black trousers and a full black shoe. You will have to provide files for your course work and photographic evidence is required for practical assessments. There may be a subsidised cost for any trips and industry workshops.
This course is classed as a FULL level 2
Facilities:
At the Centre of Excellence for Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy, we have recently refurbished contemporary facilities, including three hairdressing salons, two beauty salons, a nail services salon and two media make up studios. This provides students with the opportunity to run their own salons and showcase their skills to the public.
What the Riverside College Professional Beauty students say?
“Really enjoyable course, we learn something new every lesson! The tutors are very helpful and supportive.”
Course Features
- Lecture 0
- Quiz 0
- Duration 50 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes