Level 3 Beauty Therapy Studies Course in Peterlee. Classes run at East Durham College Peterlee Campus, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. You'll need a Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification or a Level 2 Hair and Media Make-up qualification to join. The level 3 beauty therapy studies classes cover facial and body treatments, anatomy and physiology, client consultation, and customer service skills. You'll work in a commercial salon environment, building the practical skills that beauty therapist roles require.
Who this course is for
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to pursue a career as a beauty therapist. Learners will develop knowledge, understanding and skills to consult with clients and provide a wide range of specialised facial and body treatments. Students will also develop knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and other related essential knowledge. Learners will work in a busy commercial salon environment and develop communication and customer service skills together with research and problem solving skills.
Entry requirements
It is expected students will have achieved either one of the following qualifications at a pass.
Level 2 Beauty Therapy
Level 2 Hair and Media make-up
Entry onto any course at East Durham College is subject to final approval from the Assistant Principal. Where relevant, the term ‘entry requirements’ also includes DBS checks, references, fitness to practice, etc.
What you will learn
You'll consult with clients and plan appropriate facial and body treatments.
You'll carry out a wide range of specialised facial treatments.
You'll perform body treatments in a commercial salon setting.
You'll apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to beauty therapy.
You'll develop communication and customer service skills with real clients.
You'll understand health, safety, and professional practice in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a commercial salon environment at East Durham College Peterlee Campus, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment covers practical demonstrations, client consultations, and written or knowledge-based tasks. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out treatments to a professional standard and show understanding of the underpinning theory.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Durham College Peterlee Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: provide facial and body treatments in a salon
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in a hotel or spa setting
Skincare specialist: focus on advanced facial and skin treatments
Body wrap and massage therapist: specialise in body treatment services
Salon supervisor: lead a small team in a beauty salon
Self-employed beauty therapist: run your own mobile or studio business
What you could study next
VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Light Treatments: move into advanced skin and aesthetic treatments, often required by clinics and medical spas.
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments: a route into non-surgical aesthetic procedures.
Higher Education: some universities accept this qualification for beauty, spa management, or aesthetics degree programmes.
