Level 3 Beauty Therapy

This course covers the more advanced areas of beauty therapy and builds on the skills learned in the level two beauty therapy course. This course is available as part of a full-time study programme for 16 to 18 year olds, and as a part-time course for adults aged 19 and over.

Units for Level 2 and 3:

• Working in beauty-related industries
• Following health and safety practice in the salon
• Client care and communication
• Promoting products and services to clients in a salon
• Salon reception duties
• Providing facial skin care
• Removing hair using waxing techniques
• Providing manicure treatments
• Providing pedicure treatments
• Eyelash and eyebrow treatments
• Applying make-up
• Creating an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector

Additional Level 3 units:

• Full body massage
• Aromatherapy massage
• Indian head massage
• Facial electrical treatments
• Body electrical treatments
• Client care communication
• Sales & promotion

Assessment is through observation of practical skills carried out on paying customers in the salon environment. Learners also participate in written and oral questioning or online multiple-choice tests.

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths

Progression from Level 2 to 3 would also require a pass at the lower-level vocational course.

These qualification could help you gain employment in beauty salons, health farms and fitness centres; as a representative for a cosmetics company; in the arts and entertainment industry; with beauty consultancies; and in your own business. You may also be able to continue onto further or higher study.