BTEC National Diploma Beauty Therapy

Suitable for applicants who are able to demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm, a professional manner, appearance and an aptitude for working with people

Students need either a BTEC First Diploma or GNVQ Intermediate in a science related subject or 4 GCSEs A* - C , which must include a Science subject, English and Maths.
Selection will be by interview and fulfilment of entry requirements plus a satisfactory reference indicating good attendance and attitude.

The course covers all aspects of beauty therapy with a strong science and management emphasis. It includes facial and body work and electrolysis. Students are taught in commercially working clinics in college. There will be work experience, plus educational visits and competition work

COURSE OUTLINE please note units are subject to confirmation and follow examining body guidelines
CORE UNITS
Scientific Principles for Beauty Therapy
Human Body Systems for Beauty Therapy
Workplace Practices within the Beauty Therapy Industry
Essential Skills for Beauty Therapy
Anatomy
Dermatology and Microbiology for Beauty Therapy
Organisational Practices and Procedures for Beauty Therapy Business
Facial Therapy for Beauty Therapists
Massage Therapy for Beauty Therapists
Body Therapy for Beauty Therapists
Epilation
SPECIALIST OPTION UNITS
Aromatherapy Massage
Sport Massage for Beauty Therapy
Indian Head Massage
Nutrition
Marketing and Retail
Spa
Prevention of Injuries
Some units are externally examinable
Students will study all core and seven specialist units making a total of 18 units
Unit content to be confirmed

All students will study towards Key Skills Certification.

Additional workshops for example (depending on demand - at extra cost)
Eyelash extensions
Nail extensions
False tanning
As part of the practical beauty therapy elements of the course will take part in the commercial working clinics in the College
WORK EXPERIENCE
All students will be required to undertake a work experience placement. The aim is to provide students with the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in a real working environment.

Students will be continually assessed through a series of written, oral and practical work assignments.
Each module will be assessed by assignments.

Successful completion of the BTEC National Diploma in Beauty Therapy Sciences can lead to entry into university - Higher Education, Foundation degrees or into part-time alternative therapy courses such as reflexology.