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Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course in Lancaster

CostContact the provider
Duration32 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

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About this course

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course in Lancaster. Evening beauty therapy classes run at Lancaster and Morecambe College, over 32 weeks part-time. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others.

This beauty therapy qualification covers a range of core treatments. You'll study skin care, facial techniques, body massage, and professional salon practice. The course is designed for adult learners studying part-time, whether as a hobby or to support a career change. You'll need a Level 2 related qualification to join, though entry is at the course manager's discretion.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Beauty Therapy.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for adult learners studying part time as a hobby or to support a change in their career.

Entry requirements

A Level 2 related qualification. Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in facial and skin care treatments.
  • You'll learn body massage techniques used in professional settings.
  • You'll practise client consultation and treatment planning.
  • You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene standards for beauty therapy.
  • You'll build knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to beauty treatments.
  • You'll develop professional salon skills and client care.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lancaster and Morecambe College. Practical treatments form the core of the course, with hands-on work in a salon environment. Assessment includes practical observations, written assignments, and knowledge tests. You'll be assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to buy a uniform, which costs around £30. Optional enrichment sessions may run during the year, including a spray tan workshop (around £25) and a Professional Beauty North West event (around £10). Lancaster and Morecambe College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist, carrying out skin and body treatments in a salon or spa.
  • Massage therapist, providing therapeutic massage in a clinic or wellness centre.
  • Spa therapist, delivering a range of treatments in a hotel or day spa.
  • Nail technician, specialising in nail care and nail art services.
  • Salon manager, overseeing day-to-day operations in a beauty salon.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Light Treatments, for therapists wanting to specialise in advanced skin treatments.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy, a work-based route that strengthens your professional portfolio.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments, for those moving into medical aesthetics.
  • A self-employment or freelance route, building your own client base after qualifying.
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