Beauty Therapy

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Beauty Therapy always comes out as one of the top professions for job satisfaction. Why not come and study one of our Beauty Therapy courses and find out why? Our realistic and well equipped therapy rooms will allow you to experience salon-life under the guidance of our highly trained, inspirational tutors. A typical day of study at Grimsby Institute could see you performing anything from laser treatments to a manicure with nail art. You will develop skills in areas such as manicure, pedicure, nail art, makeup, face painting, skin and hand care with the addition of skin treatments and waxing techniques as well as anatomy and physiology as the courses...
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Our Outstanding Beauty Therapy Courses

Level 1 Certificate in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector (QCF)

Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector

Level 2 Certificate in Beauty Consultancy Services

Level 2 Technical Certificate in Beauty Therapy

Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

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What Next?

Once you are training in beauty therapy you could work in salons or consider self-employment. You could also consider applying for apprenticeship at Level 3.

Career Areas

  • Beauty Therapist
  • Beauty Technician
  • Company Representative
  • TV and Theatre Make-up

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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for our courses depend on the specific requirements of each Programme of Study and an individual’s previous experience, which will all be discussed during the interview process. The following list offers a guide as to what you might be expected to achieve to gain entry on to a particular level of a course.
PLEASE NOTE IN SOME AREAS WHERE THERE IS A HIGHER MATHS, ENGLISH OR SCIENCE CONTENT, OR WHERE TECHNICAL SKILLS ARE REQUIRED, THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ARE HIGHER THAN STATED BELOW. APPLICANTS ARE ADVISED OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL COURSES AT THEIR INTERVIEW AND THIS IS CHECKED AT ENROLMENT. FOR CREATIVE COURSES A PORTFOLIO REVIEW OR AUDITION MAY BE REQUIRED AT INTERVIEW.

Entry Level 3 Programmes

No formal entry qualifications but subject to approval from the Foundation Learning Assessment Team.

Level 1 Programmes

GCSEs grades1-2 or E to G or equivalent, including Foundation Awards and Entry Level Certificates.

Level 2 Programmes

Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 3 (previously D) or above including Maths and English language OR Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above including Maths and English language and relevant subject qualification OR Minimum of Level 1 course in chosen subject at merit or above and English language and Maths at Level 1.

Level 3 Programmes

Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 (previously C) or above including Maths and English language OR Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Maths and English language and relevant subject qualification OR Minimum of Level 2 course in chosen subject at merit or above and English language and Maths at level 2.

Progressing to each level of study

Once you successfully completed your course you may be able to progress to the next level, following a satisfactory interview with a Tutor. If you’ve finished your Level 3 course you will be offered advice and guidance from our Career Advisers on how to apply for a place at University through UCAS, or how to apply for a job or an Apprenticeship.

Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2 courses generally last one year; Level 3 courses will usually last for two years.