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Level 3 Massage Course in Leeds – Leeds City College Printworks Campus

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. Fees apply for adults. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Luminate Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Studies (Massage) Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. You'll need 3 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English or Maths, to enrol. The course runs full-time over one year, covering massage techniques and the wider skills needed to work as a beauty therapist. This level 3 beauty therapy studies qualification is awarded by VTCT, a name employers in the sector recognise.

Who this course is for

Passionate 16 – 18-year-old’s who want a career in the Health and Beauty industry.

Entry requirements

3 GCSE at grade 3 or above to include English or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop a range of massage techniques used in professional beauty therapy settings.
  • You'll learn the anatomy and physiology relevant to massage and body treatments.
  • You'll practise client consultation and treatment planning.
  • You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
  • You'll learn how to adapt treatments to suit different client needs.
  • You'll build knowledge of skincare and the effects of massage on the body.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical hands-on work at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. Assessment combines practical observations, where you'll demonstrate massage and treatment skills, with written or knowledge-based assessments. You'll be assessed against VTCT standards throughout the course, not just at the end.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Printworks Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: provide massage and beauty treatments in salons or spas.
  • Massage therapist: specialise in therapeutic and relaxation massage.
  • Spa therapist: deliver treatments in hotel or wellness spa settings.
  • Mobile beauty therapist: work independently visiting clients at home.
  • Salon assistant: support senior therapists while building experience.
  • Holistic therapist: combine massage with complementary therapies.

What you could study next

  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: broader coverage of beauty treatments beyond massage, strengthening your employability across the full range of salon services.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Massage Therapy: for those who want to specialise further and work in more clinical or sports settings.
  • Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy: earn while you work and gain on-the-job experience alongside a qualification.
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