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Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course in Cambridge

CostFee:3351.00 Concession: 193.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Cambridge Regional College, full-time during the day over one year. Entry requires a Level 2 beauty qualification and a successful interview. The course covers advanced treatments alongside anatomy, physiology, and retail skills. It builds on Level 2 knowledge to prepare you for work across the beauty and spa industry. A City and Guilds Level 3 beauty therapy qualification carries real weight with employers in this sector.

Who this course is for

Wanting to advance within the beauty and spa industry?

This level 3 qualification will give you the skills and knowledge you need to progress into the beauty industry. The course also covers aspects of anatomy and physiology and retail as well as a full range of advanced treatments

Entry requirements

Entry will depend on completion of a level 2 qualification in beauty and a successful progression interview for internal candidates. External candidates will be interviewed at one of our scheduled Welcome Events. A grade 3 is science is also preferable, though not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in a full range of advanced beauty treatments
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology as they apply to beauty therapy
  • You'll learn about retail within a salon or spa setting
  • You'll build knowledge of the beauty and spa industry at a professional level
  • You'll practise client consultation and treatment planning

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom and salon environment, full-time during the day. Learning combines practical treatment sessions with underpinning theory. Assessment is through practical observation, written assignments, and knowledge tests. You'll have an initial interview to confirm the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridge Regional College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty Therapist: how to become a beauty therapist in salons or spas
  • Spa Therapist: delivering treatments in hotel or day spa settings
  • Salon Manager: supervisory role once you have industry experience
  • Nail Technician: specialist nail services alongside beauty treatments
  • Skincare Specialist: focused facial and skincare treatment work
  • Self-employed Beauty Therapist: running your own mobile or studio business

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments: moves into advanced clinical aesthetics, including skin peels and microneedling.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your skills if you want to work across hair and beauty.
  • Higher Education courses in Beauty Therapy Management or Spa Management: available at some universities for those aiming at management or teaching roles.
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