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

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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 Derby. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Derby, daytime with flexible study. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in the beauty industry, or relevant prior qualifications, to join. The course covers 120 hours of training across 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 in a professional salon environment. This level 3 beauty therapy studies qualification prepares you to work as a beauty massage therapist.

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 carry out body massage treatments safely and professionally.
  • You'll provide Indian head massage treatments.
  • You'll apply massage techniques using pre-blended aromatherapy products.
  • You'll monitor procedures to control work operations safely.
  • You'll contribute to planning and delivering promotional activities.
  • You'll develop the knowledge and skills required for client consultation and aftercare.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom setting at The White Rose School of Beauty Derby. Assessment is based on observed practical performance and underpinning knowledge, which may include written or verbal questioning. You'll be assessed against the standards set by VTCT for each unit of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Derby 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: working in wellness centres, hotels, or independently.
  • Spa therapist: delivering treatments in spa and leisure environments.
  • Mobile beauty therapist: offering massage services on a self-employed basis.
  • Holistic therapist: combining massage with other complementary treatments.

What you could study next

  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: broadens your skills across a wider range of beauty treatments beyond massage.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Therapies: adds reflexology, aromatherapy, and other complementary therapies to your practice.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Massage Therapy: deepens specialist knowledge for more advanced or clinical massage work.

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