Free Level 3 Beauty Therapy Techniques Course in Oxford. Classes run at Oxford City Centre College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover skincare analysis, beauty treatments, client consultation, and cosmetic application. To enrol, you'll need a Level 2 Beauty Therapy Diploma and four or more GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, plus working towards grade 4 in maths. This City and Guilds beauty therapy techniques qualification prepares you to work in salons, spas, or run your own practice.
Who this course is for
Do you want to start your own massage business or work in exclusive salons? Every year, we successfully train many students in becoming fully-qualified beauty therapists. By choosing a career in this industry, you will have the opportunity to combine creativity with customer care; helping people to look and feel great. Beauticians are specialists in discussing and understanding client requirements, analysing and advising on skincare and beauty regimes, giving treatments, and applying cosmetics. On this Level 3 course you will be supported by expert beauty tutors in gaining professional, hands-on training experience with real clients. You will also develop confidence and customer service skills within an industry-standard salon. We will help you develop the skills you need to work in the beauty therapy industry, including: communication, problem solving, professional standards, client consultation, time management, customer care, creativity, .. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
Entry requirements
You need to have a level 2 Beauty Therapy Diploma and four or more GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English. Working towards Grade 4 in maths.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll analyse skin types and advise clients on skincare and beauty regimes.
You'll carry out a range of facial and body treatments.
You'll apply cosmetics professionally, including make-up techniques.
You'll perform massage treatments to a professional standard.
You'll consult with clients to understand their requirements and manage expectations.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards throughout all treatments.
You'll develop the business and client-care skills needed to work in a salon or self-employed setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom and salon environment at Oxford City Centre College. Assessment includes practical demonstrations of beauty treatments, client consultations, and written work. You'll be assessed on your technique, client communication, and professional standards throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oxford City Centre College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: providing facial, body, and cosmetic treatments in salons or spas.
Spa therapist: delivering treatments in hotel spas and wellness centres.
Massage therapist: specialising in therapeutic and relaxation massage.
Salon manager: overseeing day-to-day salon operations and staff.
Self-employed beauty therapist: running your own mobile or studio-based business.
Skincare specialist: advising clients on skincare products and regimes.
Make-up artist: working in salons, media, or events.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Light Treatments: for therapists wanting to specialise in advanced aesthetic treatments.
Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments: a step toward working in medical aesthetics clinics.
VTCT Level 4 Award in Skin Needling: a specialist qualification for advanced skin treatments.
Business and enterprise qualifications: if you're planning to set up your own salon or mobile beauty business.
