Level 3 Body and Spa Therapy Course in Redhill. Classes run at East Surrey College, full-time during the day over 34 weeks. This body and spa therapy qualification builds on Level 2 beauty therapy skills, taking you into advanced practical and theory work. You'll carry out treatments on real clients in a salon environment, covering body massage, facial electrical treatments, body wrapping, flotation, stones therapy, and spa operations. Entry requires 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification with equivalent English and Maths.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll apply health and safety practices in a professional salon setting.
You'll carry out body massage and self-tanning treatments on clients.
You'll perform body wrapping and flotation treatments.
You'll deliver facial electrical treatments, stones therapy, and lash extensions.
You'll monitor and support the operation of a spa environment.
You'll develop the professional standards expected of a working beauty therapist.
How you will learn
The course combines practical and theory classes. In practical sessions, you'll work in a salon environment, carrying out treatments on clients once you've reached the required level of ability. Assessment is continuous throughout the course, so your progress is measured as you go rather than through a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a beauty kit and uniform, estimated at £111. Prices are subject to change. East Surrey College will confirm the full details before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: carry out a full range of body and facial treatments in a salon or spa.
Spa therapist: deliver specialist treatments in a hotel, resort, or day spa.
Body treatment specialist: focus on massage, wrapping, and flotation therapies.
Lash technician: specialise in lash extensions and eye treatments.
Self-employed beauty therapist: run your own mobile or studio-based practice.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management: the next step if you want to move into managing a salon or spa team.
Other Level 4 or higher beauty therapy qualifications: deepen your specialism in areas such as advanced aesthetics or clinical treatments.
Both routes build on the skills and knowledge from this body and spa therapy qualification and open doors to senior or supervisory roles in the industry.
