Free Level 1 Beauty Therapy Course in Worksop. Classes run at Nottinghamshire Training Group. You'll need an Entry Level 3 qualification in maths and English to apply. This part-time daytime beauty therapy course runs over 12 months, giving you space to study alongside other commitments. It covers the core skills and knowledge that newly employed trainee beauty therapists need to build on in the workplace.
Who this course is for
This course if for newly employed trainee beauty therapists.
Entry requirements
Applicants need to have completed an entry level 3 qualification in maths and English
What you will learn
You'll develop core beauty therapy techniques used in salon environments.
You'll learn how to prepare treatment areas and maintain hygiene standards.
You'll practise basic skin and body treatments under supervision.
You'll understand how to consult with clients and identify their needs.
You'll learn health and safety practices relevant to beauty therapy settings.
You'll build knowledge of the products and tools used in professional treatments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nottinghamshire Training Group, combining practical hands-on practice with underpinning knowledge. Assessment for the City and Guilds NVQ Certificate is competence-based, meaning you'll be assessed on what you can do as well as what you know. This may include observations of your practical work, written tasks, and professional discussions with your assessor.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nottinghamshire Training Group will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist assistant: support qualified therapists in a salon setting.
Salon junior: entry-level role covering reception, prep, and basic treatments.
Nail technician trainee: starting point for nail-focused salon work.
Spa attendant: client-facing role in a spa or wellness environment.
Beauty counter assistant: product advice and basic treatments in retail.
What you could study next
City and Guilds Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy: the next step for therapists wanting to carry out a wider range of treatments independently.
Level 2 NVQ in Nail Technology: a focused route into nail services.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy: for those aiming toward senior therapist or management roles in salons and spas.
