Beauty Therapy Diploma

Course Code: SAC102
Award Level 3, Similar to - NVQ Level 3, A-Level

Do you want to work as a beauty therapist or beautician but don't have the time to go into a college every day? Have you ever wanted to start your own beauty salon? Would you like to have fun with your friends by giving them fantastic facials and perfect pedicures?

Studying at an old-fashioned college every day between 9 and 5 can make life hard when you are already busy with a full-time job.

But what if you could study a beauty course from home? Wouldn't it be easier for you to juggle work and family life if you could study it all from your own living room?

At Open Study College when you enrol on this beauty therapy course, you can learn new skills and obtain a recognised qualification without having to go to an old-fashioned college - ever!

This Professional Beauty Therapist course is worth two awards and students can apply for membership to the Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches, making it ideal for anyone wanting to start a career in Beauty Therapy.

Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by phone and email. Your completed coursework can be delivered by post or email, so handing-in an assignment is as simple as a click of the mouse or as convenient as taking a stroll to the nearest post box at the end of your road.

Achieve your dream career and equip yourself with the skills you need for your long term success and balance it with your everyday work and family commitments - it's simple and stress-free, so enrol on a Beauty Therapy course with Open Study College today!

Course Content

Anatomy & physiology for beauty therapy
Understanding the skin and its function
The Healthy Body
Hygiene ethics
Procedures for consultation & skin analysis
Cleansing the skin - facial analysis
Facial massage
Mask therapy in facial treatments
Professional make-up procedures
Skin care
Hair care
Manicure & pedicure
Massage - Hands and Arms
Sterilisation
Basic waxing procedures
Successful business management
Anti-ageing
Weight loss & control
General nutrition

Once you have completed this course, you can also go on to do a 2 day practical training course or a couple of days work in local beauty salon and gain the practical experience needed to qualify as a Beauty Therapist. If you are hoping to work in the private sector, you will need to secure Professional Indemnity Insurance, these practical sessions will help you secure your insurance.

Course Duration

192 hours (approximately) - no time limit for completion.

Assessment

A series of written assignments - submitted and marked by your tutor. No external examination.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work.

You will receive...

A course manual
Assignments and study guide
Tutor support by mail or email

You can start at any time and there are no time limits on this course.

Qualifications

2 qualifications in 1 course!

Qualification 1: Beauty Therapy - Professional Diploma

Nail Technician - Professional Diploma entitling you to use the letters "SAC Dip" after your name.

Qualification 2: NCFE Level 3 Beauty Therapy Diploma - Professional Award

This Course leads to an NCFE Level 3 Award Certificate for successful learners.

This course is independently accredited on Level 3 on the England, Wales & Northern Ireland National Qualifications Framework - the equivalent of an NVQ Level 3 or an A-Level.

You can read more about NCFE and our awarding bodies here: Awards

Course Questions & Answers

Q: Does this award qualify me to be a Beauty Therapist?

After you have completed the course, a 2 day practical training course or 2 days of work experience in a beauty salon would qualify you to start work as a Beauty Therapist.

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

There is no time limit to complete this child care course, take as long as you require.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

You will receive your official course manuals
A4 folder containing assignments
Unlimited tutor support

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

No. We will issue certification based on your coursework alone.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your diploma proving your success in the chosen subject.