Free Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course in Truro. Classes run at Truro College, full-time during the day. Entry requires a Level 2 Beauty qualification or similar, plus a GCSE grade 4 in Maths or English. You'll train in an industry-standard salon, covering a wide range of professional treatments across beauty, spa, and aesthetic settings. The course takes one year to complete. It's a strong foundation for a career as a beauty therapist in salons, spas, hotels, and health and leisure environments.
Who this course is for
Beauty therapists can be employed within the beauty, travel, leisure, and health industries and also in a variety of salons, spas and aesthetic environments. This course will provide you with the perfect opportunity to gain invaluable experience in the industry while studying.
If you would like an exciting career in the beauty sector, this course will enable you to enter one of the many career pathways within the industry. You will learn new and exciting treatments in our industry standard salon. Throughout this qualification you will develop your practical skills and theory knowledge. You will learn a range of topics such as anatomy, physiology, electrical face and body treatments, advanced massage, aftercare, and home care. To further your knowledge of the industry, you will also study business management within your course. Teaching methods include discussions, demonstrations, and presentations. You will work on your own, in pairs and in small groups practicing techniques within a realistic working environment.
Entry requirements
You must attend an interview and the pre-requisite is that you ideally have achieved a Level 2 qualification in Beauty or have a similar level 3 course, as well as have either a GCSE Grade 4 in Maths or English.
What you will learn
You'll perform a range of facial and skin treatments to a professional standard.
You'll carry out body massage and body therapy treatments.
You'll apply nail services including manicure, pedicure, and nail enhancements.
You'll use electrical and advanced beauty equipment safely and effectively.
You'll assess clients and adapt treatments to individual needs.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards required in professional salon environments.
You'll develop client consultation and communication skills used in commercial settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations, written assignments, and client consultations. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your competence across treatments. Some units may be assessed through written tests or online assessments set by VTCT.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: work in salons, spas, or leisure centres.
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in hotel or destination spas.
Aesthetic therapist: work in clinics offering advanced skin treatments.
Nail technician: specialise in nail services within a salon.
Beauty therapist on cruise ships or in travel and leisure settings.
Salon manager: move into a supervisory or management role with experience.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Light Treatments: for those moving into advanced aesthetic and clinical environments.
Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments: a natural next step if you want to specialise in non-surgical aesthetics.
VTCT Level 3 Award in Laser, IPL and Light Treatments: adds a specific advanced treatment to your existing qualification.
Higher Education in Beauty Therapy or Aesthetics: some universities offer foundation degrees and degrees in this area for those wanting to go further.
