Facials and Microdermabrasion Level 2

Course codes: OSC1215 / OSC1216

Explore how to perform a facial and microdermabrasion treatment from home!

Know how to perform a facial and microdermabrasion with optional two days practical training
Understand how a facial can be used for relaxation and to help with any skin disorders
Know how to work safely and hygienically when providing facial treatments
Learn about various skin diseases and disorders
Explore different skin disorders and techniques of application
Learn about the importance of health and safety, especially how to identify hazards and evaluate risks in a salon
Have the choice of a range of venues where you would like to attend your practicals

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The course will allow you to study when and where you want, at your own pace. All coursework can be submitted by email making it easier and hassle-free.

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Course Duration

Up to 1 year.

Course Outcome

You will receive your certificate in achievement for Facials and Microdermabrasion.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Written assignments. 2 day practical training (optional).

Unit 1

Beauty therapy professional basics

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

Unit 2

Health and safety

Identify the hazards and evaluate the risks in your workplace
Reduce the risks to health and safety in the workplace
Know and understand how to make sure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety
Identify ways to improve personal performance at work
Work effectively as part of a team
Understand salon roles, procedures and targets

Unit 3

Customer service

Identify and promote additional services or products that are available
Know the relevant legislations for the sale of goods
Maintain a successful reception area
Deal with enquires
Book appointments
Take payments

Unit 4

Facial skin care treatment

Work safely and effectively in line with current practice when providing a facial treatment
Understand organisation and legal requirements
Perform client consultation and treatment plans
Understand anatomy and physiology relevant to facial treatments
Understand contraindications that may prevent or restrict treatment
Know facial care techniques, products and planning
Provide aftercare advice to clients for facial care treatments
Identify various skin types
Understand the benefits of facial massage and the techniques used

Unit 5

Microdermabrasion

Working safely and hygienically
Methods of sterilisation and disinfection
Preparation of the treatment area
Consultation and understanding of contraindications
Effective Communication
Anatomy and Physiology of the face
The Epidermis
The Dermis
Skin disorders
Facial Bones and structure
Facial Muscles
Skin analysis, and how to identify and treat different skin types
Product Usage
Preparation of the client and skin prior to Microdermabrasion treatment
Perform and understand a Microdermabrasion Facial application
Microdermabrasion treatment procedure
Techniques of application
Aftercare and Treatment Planning

Only if you add on practical day

Facials practical day

Perform a relaxing facial
Health and safety
Hygiene and infection control
Anatomy and physiology (head, neck and shoulders)
Client consultation
Skin analysis
Product knowledge
Facial routine
Aftercare

Only if you add on practical day

Microdermabrasion practical day

Diamond dermabrasion
Removal of dead skin cells
Imperfections and impurities
Health and safety
Microdermabrasion equipment
Blackheads
Whiteheads
Age spots
Oily, dry and combination skin types
Receive demonstrations and practice on each other

Assessment

This course will be assessed through a series of written assignments, which will be sent and marked by your tutor. If you add on the practical day, your coursework must be completed before you can proceed onto your two days of practical training.

**Due to COVID-19 practical’s are temporarily postponed until January 2021**

Course Duration

You may start at any time and have up to 1 year to complete your studies. This is more than enough time to give you flexibility and work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. You will receive your course by post or e-mail and you will also need to attend a two days practical training. You choose out of a variety of centres throughout the UK where you would like to take your practical days.
Please note, if you add on the practical day, the 2 practical days will be split rather than taking place over 2 consecutive days to minimise impact on working and family life. This also enables you to choose when and where the practical’s take place.

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course successful learners will receive two Certificates of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).
If you add on the practical days, you will also receive a Salon Services Certificate. You can also you benefit from being affiliated to Professional Beauty and Professional Beauty Direct Insurance.

Awarding Body

This course has been endorsed by ABC Awards and Certa Awards 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 ABC Awards and Certa Awards website.

This course has been benchmarked at Level 2 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of knowledge and understanding that you would expect at this level.
**Only if you add on the practical days.**Professional Beauty Direct have arranged insurance cover for over 11,000 salon owners and individual beauticians, nail technicians and hair stylists, most of which now manage their policies online.

What are the requirements for this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course. If you add on the practical days, you may be asked to provide a model on your practical day.

Is there a time limit for the completion of this course?

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your course. It is truly flexible and is designed to be adaptable around your lifestyle and other commitments.

How do I arrange my practical days?

If you have added on your practical days, once you have passed your written assignments, you may book your practical days. You have the choice of a variety of centres throughout the UK to choose from to take your practical training days. Simply call us whenever you’re ready and we’ll arrange this for you. Everything that you will need for your practical day will be provided on the day.

What is included in the cost of my course?

Dedicated personal tutor support
Dedicated student support
Assignment marking and feedback
FREE XO Student Discounts card
FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
*Comprehensive study guide
*Open Study College pen and highlighter
*Student study planner
*Student notebook
*Document wallet

* Not included with the online study option

If you add on the practical day, you will also have access to a Student Trade Card. This gives you access to trade prices, high-quality products that would ordinarily only be available to professionals, exclusive offers and promotions on certain products, PLUS VAT free events throughout the year!

What happens if I lose my course pack?

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

What if I still have questions?

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Adviser Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.