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Level 3 Beauty Therapy Massage Course in Manchester

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Duration312 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Massage Course in Manchester. Classes run at White Rose School of Beauty Manchester, daytime with flexible study. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. The course runs for 312 hours and covers body massage, Indian head massage, pre-blended aromatherapy massage, and the planning of promotional activities. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in the beauty industry, or relevant prerequisite qualifications, to enrol. This is confirmed at an initial interview.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 or over and will support you to gain employment as a beauty massage therapist, as the units contained in this qualification cover all the skills and knowledge required for this role. Throughout this qualification you will monitor procedures to safely control work operations, contribute to the planning and implementation of promotional activities, provide body massage treatments, provide Indian head massage, carry out massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils and provide stone therapy treatments

Entry requirements

You must have achieved a minimum of a Level 2 qualification in the Beauty industry or have some pre-requisite qualifications to enable you to complete the course to its full potential. This will be discussed upon an initial interview with our recruitment team. You must be 16 or over to do this course via apprentice routes or 19 and over to complete this course via access to Advanced Learner Loans.

What you will learn

  • You'll provide body massage treatments safely and effectively.
  • You'll carry out Indian head massage.
  • You'll perform massage using pre-blended aromatherapy products.
  • You'll monitor procedures to safely control work operations.
  • You'll contribute to planning and delivering promotional activities.
  • You'll develop the knowledge and practical skills required to work as a beauty massage therapist.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom. Assessment is based on observed practical performance and underpinning knowledge, as required by the VTCT NVQ Diploma. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out treatments to professional standards. Your assessor will observe you working and review your knowledge throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. White Rose School of Beauty Manchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: providing massage and body treatments in salons or spas.
  • Massage therapist: specialising in therapeutic and relaxation massage.
  • Spa therapist: delivering treatments in hotel or day spa environments.
  • Mobile beauty therapist: offering massage services on a self-employed basis.
  • Holistic therapist: combining massage with complementary therapies.

What you could study next

  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Spa Therapy: broadens your skills into specialist spa treatments.
  • VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Massage Therapy: moves into advanced and sports massage techniques.
  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy: deepens your knowledge of essential oils and holistic massage.
  • Self-employment or business courses: useful if you plan to set up as a mobile or freelance therapist.
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