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Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course in Nottingham – Nottingham College Adams Building

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Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Nottingham College for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College Adams Building. You'll need a relevant Level 2 vocational qualification in a related subject, plus English and Maths at GCSE grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 2. The course runs full-time over one year, covering body massage, stone therapy, advanced electrical treatments, microdermabrasion, and semi-permanent lash extensions. You'll carry out treatments on paying clients in a commercial salon setting, alongside theory study. A 30-hour work placement is also part of the course.

Who this course is for

This course is perfect if you are looking to pursue a career in specialist massage therapy. This includes job opportunities such as working in a day spa, on a cruise liner, or in a dedicated facility in a high-end hotel. This course provides a great foundation for a career in spa management or progression on to university.

Beauty therapists work in close contact with clients from different age groups and backgrounds. Good social and interpersonal skills, discretion and respect for others are important characteristics. You will also need to have physical stamina as you are often on your feet all day.

Entry requirements

You’ll need to have completed a relevant Level 2 vocational qualification in a related field and have achieved English and Maths at grade 9–4 (A*–C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths.

Student who are 19+ learners and do not have evidence of English and maths qualifications will complete an initial assessment. Results will need to reflect a GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll carry out body massage and stone therapy massage techniques on clients
  • You'll perform advanced electrical facial and body treatments
  • You'll apply microdermabrasion treatments using professional equipment
  • You'll fit semi-permanent lash extensions to industry standards
  • You'll manage client care, consultation, and aftercare professionally
  • You'll apply health and safety practices in a salon environment
  • You'll develop knowledge of the underpinning theory required for each treatment area

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a commercial salon environment, treating paying clients alongside classroom study of underpinning theory. Each unit includes an end-of-unit test. You'll also take part in industry trips, visits, seminars, and competitions. A 30-hour work placement runs alongside the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College Adams Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: working in a salon or spa carrying out a range of treatments
  • Spa therapist: delivering massage and body treatments in a day spa or hotel
  • Cruise ship beauty therapist: providing treatments on board cruise liners
  • Massage therapist: specialising in therapeutic and relaxation massage
  • Lash technician: focusing on semi-permanent lash extension services
  • Skin therapist: working with advanced facial and skin treatments

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Light Treatments: for therapists wanting to work with advanced skin technology in clinical or aesthetic settings.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Spa Management or a foundation degree in Beauty Therapy Management: if you're aiming toward a management role in a spa or salon.
  • Higher education courses in aesthetics or dermatology are also an option, as this qualification provides a recognised foundation for university entry in related subjects.
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