Free Level 3 Beauty Therapy Massage Course in Farnborough. Classes run at Farnborough College of Technology, full-time during the day. This beauty therapy massage qualification covers professional massage techniques and treatments to a high standard. The course takes one year to complete. You'll graduate with a VTCT NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Massage, a qualification employers in salons, spas, and wellness centres recognise when hiring beauty therapists.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll develop a range of professional massage techniques, including Swedish and body massage
You'll learn how to carry out client consultations and skin analysis
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to massage therapy
You'll practise health and safety procedures in a salon environment
You'll learn how to adapt treatments to suit individual client needs
You'll understand the principles of skin and body care underpinning massage therapy
How you will learn
You'll learn through a combination of practical hands-on sessions and theory work in the classroom at Farnborough College of Technology. Assessment is through practical observations, written assignments, and knowledge tests. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out treatments to a professional standard, as well as your understanding of the theory behind each technique.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: work in salons, spas, or wellness centres
Massage therapist: specialise in therapeutic or relaxation massage
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in hotel or destination spas
Self-employed beauty therapist: run a mobile or home-based practice
Holistic therapist: combine massage with complementary therapies
Beauty salon manager: progress into a supervisory or management role
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Massage Therapy: deepen your expertise and move into more specialist or clinical massage work.
Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Therapies: broaden your offer to include aromatherapy, reflexology, and other complementary treatments.
CIBTAC or CIDESCO qualifications: internationally recognised options if you want to work abroad or in high-end spas.
