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Free Level 3 Beauty Therapy Massage Course in Redditch – Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus – Part-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Beauty Therapy Massage Course in Redditch. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus one day a week, with additional independent study alongside. Entry onto this beauty therapy massage qualification requires a Level 2 qualification in beauty therapy and a successful interview. The course takes one year part-time, building your competence across the full range of massage treatments expected of a professional beauty massage therapist. This level 3 beauty therapy massage course is funded, so there are no course fees to pay.

Who this course is for

Do you hold relevant level two beauty therapy qualification? Would you like to up skills your qualification to a level three studying on a part time basis? Are you able to commit to one day a week and complete additional independent study to develop your skills and knowledge? The primary outcome of the VTCT Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Beauty Therapy Massage (QCF) is to confirm your competence in the job role of beauty massage therapist. All the units in this qualification relate directly to the s

Entry requirements

Entry onto this qualification is via attainment of a Level 2 qualification in beauty therapy and a successful interview

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced massage techniques used in professional beauty therapy settings.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and plan treatments to suit individual needs.
  • You'll practise body massage, including Swedish and specialist massage methods.
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to massage therapy.
  • You'll learn how to adapt treatments safely for different clients and conditions.
  • You'll understand the health, safety, and professional standards required in a salon or spa environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the Redditch Campus, combining practical hands-on treatment practice with underpinning knowledge work. Assessment is competence-based, as required by the NVQ format. You'll be observed carrying out treatments, and your knowledge will be assessed through written or verbal questioning. Independent study between sessions supports your development of skills and knowledge throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: work in salons, spas, or hotels delivering massage and beauty treatments.
  • Massage therapist: specialise in therapeutic and relaxation massage for clients.
  • Spa therapist: provide a range of treatments in a spa or wellness setting.
  • Mobile beauty therapist: run your own mobile treatment business.
  • Salon manager: progress into a supervisory or management role within a beauty business.

What you could study next

With a Level 3 NVQ Diploma, you could move into further specialist study. A VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Massage Therapy or a Level 4 qualification in Anatomy and Physiology would deepen your expertise and open doors to more advanced clinical or holistic therapy roles. If you're interested in running your own business, a Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Business Management could support that path.

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