Beauty Therapy QLS Level 2 and 3

Course Codes

OSC1092 / OSC1398

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Beauty Therapy is a growing industry and has become a popular career choice in recent years.

Learn how to offer a range of therapies including make-up, eyelashes manicures and waxing
At Level 3 you will have the opportunity to learn about more complex therapies, such as anti-ageing electrical treatments and microdermabrasion

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All course materials will be delivered to you by post or email, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by email.

You can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

Course Duration

Up to 2 years.

Study Hours

Approximately 160 hours.

Course Outcome

Beauty Therapy Level 2 and 3.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments.

Beauty Therapy QLS Level 2

Relevant legislations
Preparing the working area
Preventing infection and cross-contamination
Key requirements of personal presentation
Contraindications that may prevent or restrict treatment
The importance of conducting consultations before every treatment
Methods of communication
Ethics and codes of conduct
Professional bodies
Key points associated with beauty therapy
The importance of positive working relationships with other professionals

Hazards and risks in the workplace
Reducing risk in the workplace
Improving personal performance at work
Role of a beauty therapist
Key salon procedures

Importance of client care
Retaining customers
Promoting additional services or products
Role of the receptionist
Handling enquiries and appointments

Client consultations and treatment plans
Functions of the skin and skin types
Facial massage techniques
Aftercare advice for facial treatment

Nail structure
Contraindications
Performing a manicure and pedicure
Aftercare advice for manicure and pedicure

Contraindications of the eye
Eyebrow shaping
Eyebrow and eyelash tinting
Applying false eyelashes
Aftercare advice for eyelash and eyebrows

Hair structure and growth cycle
Types of hair removal
Waxing treatments

Working safely with make-up
Make-up consultations
Make-up contraindications
Applying make-up
Aftercare advice for make-up

Beauty Therapy QLS Level 3

Client consultation
Body analysis
Contraindications
Preparation of the area for massage and body treatments
Contra-actions
Classification of movements
Types of massage
Electrical and mechanical body treatments
Cellulite and lymphatic damage
Anti-ageing skin treatments
Muscle treatments

Consultation and advanced skin analysis
Equipment and effects
Facial high frequency
Facial faradic
Facial microdermabrasion

Blood
The heart
The lymphatic system
The nervous system
The endocrine system
The skeleton
The skin

The spa experience
Spa reception
Consultation
Cleansing and exfoliating the skin
Application
Cold or chill therapy
Static/portable heat treatments
Skin tests
Water treatments

Health and safety at work act (HASAW 1974)
Methods of communication
Hygiene
Sterilisation
Avoiding cross infection

The reception area
Welcoming clients
Dealing with complaints
Insurance
Time management
Teamwork
Retailing and promotions
Targets
Customer legislation
Emergency procedures and security
Personal and professional development

Assessment

This course is assessed by a series of written assignments which are marked by your tutor. No external examination is required.

Course Duration

Once enrolled, you will have two years to complete this bundle (one year per course), which will allow you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines. You will also receive 12 months tutor support for each course, so you can feel confident that you’ll get the help you need. This bundle will take you approximately 160 hours. Studying around your work and family commitments has never been easier.

Study Method

The course is designed for distance learning at home or at work. Students will receive all course materials by postal delivery or email, plus tutor support by email.

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course, successful learners will receive two Certificates of Achievement from the Quality License Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

Awarding Body

This course has been endorsed by the Quality License Scheme for its high-quality. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality License Scheme website.

These courses has been benchmarked at Level 2 and Level 3 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of knowledge and understanding that you would expect at this level.

Dedicated personal tutor support
Dedicated student support
Assignment marking and feedback
FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
FREE XO Student Discounts membership
*Comprehensive study guide
*Exclusive Open Study College pen and highlighter
*Student notebook
*FREE Beauty Kit including:
- Emery boards
- Manicure sticks
- Hand lotion
- Mask brush
- Mask removing sponges
- Headband

* Not included with the online study option

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