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Overview
This is an exciting and rewarding, but challenging course. Over two years you’ll study a variety of beauty treatments, as well as the practical skills you'll need for a career in the Beauty Industry.
Access to Beauty Therapy is suitable for those with no formal school qualifications, or those looking to return to education. Completing the course can lead to employment within the Beauty Industry, or entry to higher level courses.
Minimum entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements, but please apply early as this is a popular course.
Please note you should apply for the HND Beauty Therapy if you have:
- Three National 4 qualifications you should apply for NCGA Beauty Care and Make-up Level 5.
- Four National 5 qualifications or equivalent, or higher qualifications then you should apply for NC Beauty Care Level 6.
- Two Highers or more.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
- You will be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you will get the opportunity to find out more about the course and tell us why you are interested in this subject area.
- Excellent communication skills and an enthusiasm for the beauty industry is essential.
- Due to the popularity of this course we advise you to apply early as places are limited.
What you study
Year one:
- Selling Skills.
- Manicure.
- Make-up.
- Nail Art.
- Facial Skincare.
- Applying Practical Skills.
Year two:
- Facial Techniques.
- Depilation.
- Body Massage.
- Gel Nails.
- Introduction to Face and Body Electrotherapy.
After the course
This course will introduce the skills and practical knowledge needed for a career in the Beauty Industry.
Continuing Study
Successful students can progress on to HND Beauty Therapy.