Level 3 Massage Course in Barnsley – The White Rose School of Beauty Barnsley

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Duration120 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies lists a fee of £1,645 if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies for more info.

About this course

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Studies (Massage) Course in Barnsley. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Barnsley, daytime, with flexible study to fit around your schedule. Funding options vary depending on your circumstances and will be discussed at interview. This beauty therapy studies (massage) qualification covers body massage, Indian head massage, pre-blended aromatherapy massage, and the planning of promotional activities. You'll also learn how to monitor safe working procedures throughout treatments. The course runs over 120 hours. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in the beauty industry, or relevant prior learning, to join.

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 professionally.
  • You'll carry out Indian head massage techniques.
  • You'll perform massage using pre-blended products.
  • You'll monitor procedures to safely control work operations.
  • You'll contribute to the planning and implementation of 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 at The White Rose School of Beauty Barnsley. Assessment is based on the skills and knowledge units within the qualification. Your progress will be reviewed as part of the initial interview process, which also helps confirm the course is the right fit for your existing experience and qualifications.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: providing massage and body treatments in a salon or spa.
  • Massage therapist: specialising in body and holistic massage treatments.
  • Spa therapist: delivering treatments in a hotel or wellness spa setting.
  • Mobile beauty therapist: offering massage services on a self-employed basis.
  • Beauty salon assistant: supporting senior therapists in a professional salon.

What you could study next

  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: a broader qualification covering a wider range of beauty treatments alongside massage.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Massage Therapy: for those wanting to deepen specialist knowledge and move into advanced practice.
  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Therapies: adds aromatherapy, reflexology, and other holistic disciplines to your skill set.

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