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Level 3 Massage Therapy Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield, during the day on a flexible timetable. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. The course covers the skills and knowledge needed to work as a beauty massage therapist. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in complementary or massage therapy, or you may be assessed through a skills test and interview. The course runs for 156 hours in total.
Who this course is for
This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years 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.
Entry requirements
Entry onto this qualification can be via previous attainment of a Level 2 qualification in complementary or massage therapy and/or a successful skills test and interview.
What you will learn
You'll develop hands-on massage techniques used in professional beauty and holistic therapy settings.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and carry out health and lifestyle assessments.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to massage therapy.
You'll practise a range of massage treatments, including body and specialist massage.
You'll learn how to adapt treatments to suit individual client needs.
You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene standards required in a therapy environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre, combining practical hands-on training with underpinning knowledge. Assessment is through a combination of practical observations, written assignments, and knowledge tests. Your competence in carrying out treatments will be assessed directly by your tutor.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist. Provide massage and beauty treatments in a salon or spa.
Massage therapist. Deliver targeted massage treatments for clients.
Holistic therapist. Offer a range of complementary therapies alongside massage.
Spa therapist. Work in a hotel or spa delivering body treatments.
Mobile massage therapist. Run your own client-facing massage business.
Wellness centre therapist. Support clients in a health and wellbeing setting.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Massage Therapy. Deepen your expertise and take on more advanced or specialist treatments.
Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Therapies. Broaden your range to include reflexology, aromatherapy, and other complementary therapies.
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy. Add beauty treatments to your existing massage therapy qualification and widen your employment options.