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Level 3 Beauty Therapy Treatments Course in Bournemouth

Cost£3,345.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Beauty Therapy Treatments Course in Bournemouth. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College Bournemouth Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need a relevant Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification, at least 5 GCSEs including English, Maths and Science at grades 9 to 4 (or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths), plus a practical trade test. The course takes one year and covers treatments from body massage and facial electrotherapy to stone therapy and Indian head massage. You'll also develop business awareness and client care skills.

Who this course is for

This advanced course is an excellent progression from a Level 2 or equivalent beauty therapy qualification. You will improve your beauty therapy skills on both a practical and academic level during this course, as well as expanding and developing your business awareness. This is a full-time programme.

Entry requirements

Sucessful completion of a relevant Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification and a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English, Maths and Science at grades 9-4 (formerly A*-C) or a Level 2 Functional Skill in English and Maths.

In addition to the qualifications, you will be required to complete and pass a practical trade test.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology as it applies to beauty therapy treatments.
  • You'll develop skills in facial electrotherapy and body electrotherapy.
  • You'll learn to perform body massage, stone therapy, and Indian Head Massage.
  • You'll provide microdermabrasion treatments.
  • You'll practise client care, communication, and working with colleagues in a salon environment.
  • You'll build business awareness relevant to the beauty therapy industry.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices in a professional salon setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based practical lessons, working on treatments with fellow students before progressing to paying clients in the college salon. Assessment includes assignments, case studies on external clients, external theory examinations, and final practical examinations. You'll also complete a minimum of 45 to 60 days of work experience in a local beauty salon or spa, typically one day per week plus up to a two-week block placement.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bournemouth & Poole College Bournemouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty Therapist. How to become a beauty therapist in a salon or spa.
  • Spa Therapist. Deliver a range of body and facial treatments in a spa setting.
  • Electrotherapy Specialist. Focus on advanced facial and body electrotherapy treatments.
  • Mobile Beauty Therapist. Run your own client list working independently.
  • Salon Manager. Progress into a supervisory or management role with experience.

What you could study next

Once you've completed this level 3 beauty therapy treatments qualification, you could go on to study specialist qualifications in areas such as Swedish Massage or Aromatherapy. A Level 4 qualification in aesthetic treatments or salon management is another option if you want to move into advanced practice or a leadership role. Some graduates also use this qualification as a foundation for self-employment or setting up their own salon.

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