Free Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course in Ipswich. Classes run at Suffolk New College. To enrol, you'll need a Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification plus a pass in maths and English Language at Grade 3. This full-time, daytime course runs for one year and covers advanced beauty therapy skills across a broad range of treatments. It's a strong route into professional beauty therapy work, whether in a salon, spa, or freelance setting.
Who this course is for
Please see view the course at http://www.suffolk.ac.uk/courses
Entry requirements
Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification including a pass in maths and English Language at Grade 3.
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced facial and skin care techniques
You'll learn body massage and body treatment methods
You'll practise waxing, threading, and hair removal treatments
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to beauty therapy
You'll learn how to consult with clients and plan treatment programmes
You'll develop skills in eye treatments including lash and brow work
You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical treatment work at Suffolk New College. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out treatments, with written assignments and knowledge tests. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: work in a salon, spa, or hotel
Spa therapist: deliver body and facial treatments in a spa setting
Freelance beauty therapist: work for yourself, visiting clients at home
Nail technician: specialise in nail treatments alongside beauty services
Waxing specialist: focus on hair removal treatments in a salon
Beauty salon manager: move into a supervisory or management role
What you could study next
VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Light Treatments: for therapists wanting to specialise in advanced skin treatments.
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments: a route into non-surgical aesthetic procedures.
Higher Education courses in Beauty Therapy or Aesthetics: some universities and colleges offer foundation degrees and degrees for therapists looking to move into education or clinical practice.
