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Level 3 Massage Course in Manchester – White Rose School of Beauty Manchester

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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.

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About this course

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Studies (Massage) Course in Manchester. Classes run at White Rose School of Beauty Manchester, daytime on a flexible schedule. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. The course covers 120 hours of classroom-based training in massage treatments, including body massage and Indian head massage, alongside promotional activities and safe working procedures. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in the beauty industry, or relevant prerequisite qualifications, to join. This beauty therapy studies (massage) qualification is awarded by VTCT.

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 aromatherapy products.
  • You'll monitor procedures to safely control work operations.
  • You'll contribute to planning and delivering promotional activities.
  • You'll apply the knowledge and skills required for a beauty massage therapist role.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at White Rose School of Beauty Manchester, combining practical hands-on training with underpinning knowledge. Assessment is through practical demonstrations, observations, and knowledge-based tasks aligned to the VTCT qualification requirements. Your progress will be reviewed 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 massage therapist. Provide body and specialist massage treatments in salons or spas.
  • Spa therapist. Deliver a range of treatments in hotel or day spa settings.
  • Holistic therapist. Offer massage and complementary therapies independently or in a clinic.
  • Mobile beauty therapist. Work for yourself visiting clients at home.
  • Beauty salon assistant. Support senior therapists and build your client base.

What you could study next

  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy. Broadens your skills beyond massage to include skincare, waxing, and electrical treatments.
  • VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Massage Therapy. Takes your massage knowledge to a higher level, covering advanced techniques and client assessment.
  • ITEC or VTCT Aromatherapy qualifications. Deepen your specialism if you want to focus on holistic and aromatherapy treatments.
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