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Overview
The course offers a high-level beauty qualification and covers a wide range of therapies and management skills. You’ll acquire a comprehensive understanding of facial and body problems, and the application of treatments in a salon environment.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 8. For more information on the framework visit: www.scqf.org.uk/the-framework/
Minimum entry requirements
- NC Group Award Level 6 in Beauty Care, OR
- NVQ/SVQ Level 3 Beauty
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'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview, where you'll get the opportunity to find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in the subject.
What you study
You'll study:
- Body and facial therapies
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Electrotherapy
- Selling techniques
- Business planning
After the course
This course prepares you for a career in the beauty industry including roles in salons, health spas, cruise ships or self-employment. A number of senior or managerial posts may also be available to HND qualified therapists.