Level 3 - Diploma in Beauty Therapy - Study Programme - VTCT

North Notts College

Carlton Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 7HP

No Qualification

Unknown/Not applicable

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026

North Notts College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course is ideal for those wanting to work as either an employed or self-employed beauty therapist.

You’ll learn a variety of practical treatments and gain an in-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathologies. As part of the course you’ll undertake a work placement in a beauty salon or spa.

On successful completion of this course you can become a member of the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) or the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT).

Course Details

Mandatory modules include:

Health and safety
Client care and consultation
Body analysis
Skin analysis
Swedish massage therapy
Body electrical treatment
Facial electrical treatment
Electrical science
Mechanical massage
Anatomy and physiology for the face and body systems

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Your course assessments may include:

Practical graded assessments graded Pass, Merit or Distinction
External exams
Synoptic assessment

Your next steps...

Level 4 Beauty Skin Specialist
HNC/HND in Specialist Make-up
Foundation Degree in Theatrical Hair and Media Make-up
BA (Hons) Theatrical Hair and Media Make-up (Top-up)

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