Part time Beauty Therapy NVQ 3 Day Release

Beauty Therapy NVQ 3 Day Release ( Part time)

Course Aims:
To provide a comprehensive study of cosmetic and remedial treatments to the face, body, hands, feet and nails.

Course Content:
Promoting products and services
Anatomy and physiology
Health and safety
Employment standards
Business planning
You will acquire skills in Swedish massage, electrical treatments for corrective facial and body work, body massage, figure diagnosis, electrical epilation, massage with aromatic oils.
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Key skills.

Progression:
The course can lead to employment within the world of health and beauty therapy, including health farms,spas, salons, fitness and leisure studios, cruise liners and in-flight therapy.

Awarding Body:
VTCT

Exam:
There is continuous assessment: written, oral and practical. Externally set tests.
Portfolio of evidence required.

Qualification:
NVQ Level 3 Beauty Therapy

Level:
3

Professional Appearance:
Professional appearance is of paramount importance in the salon, to create the right image to attract clientele. Females: white therapy tunic and white trousers. Low heel white court shoe, closed heel and toe. Males: white therapy tunic, black smart trousers, flat black lace-up shoes. A high standard of personal grooming. Hair must be neat and tidy, black/white accessories only. Nails must not extend beyond fingertips and be unpolished. No artificial nails. No jewellery. White cardigans only.

Notes:

Candidates cannot be considered for the course unless they have secured a placement in Industry. This is to ensure continued professional development.

Other Costs:
Kit and uniform lists are available from the Beauty department and will include current costs . Students are advised to seek advice from Student Services regarding current Exam and Course fees.

Duration:
Two evenings per week , Tuesday and Thursday 5.30- 9 pm. Two years.
If the applicant does not have a grade C GCSE in English or Maths (or equivalent) they may be required to attend from 4.30pm.
Plus a minimum of 6 hours home study to include practical work to develop skills.
Plus a minimum of one day per week placement in industry.

Please Note:
Courses are offered subject to viability of group size as defined by Southport College. The information in this leaflet is accurate at the date of printing only. Please refer to Southport College for confirmation.