Typical Duration 15 Months

Occupational Profile

A beauty therapist works in one of the largest, trusted, professional and continually expanding industries within the Hair and Beauty Sector. The work environment can be varied in size, style and ambiance: from a cruise ship to small bespoke salons or luxury beauty salons and spas. A beauty therapist works independently or as part of a team, supported by a manager when completing treatments as a key part of a beauty business. They demonstrate a willingness to learn, have an enquiring mind and are enthusiastic to learn about their chosen career. They exhibit a good work ethic applied to learning, drive and commitment to maintain continual professional development. They deliver essential one-to-one beauty therapy treatments, whilst maintaining the organisation’s image, financial viability and reputation. They complete all duties and treatments within the occupational role in accordance with legal, industry and organisational requirements within commercially viable times. They act with professionalism, without supervision and observe safe working practices to a high level of precision.

A beauty therapist:

• Carries out beauty therapy treatments in line with legal, industry and organisational requirements, maintaining honesty, integrity and confidentiality
• Carries out, maintains and stores detailed and confidential beauty treatment consultations with clients, choosing the most appropriate treatments and product
• Implements and practices safe ways of working for themselves and others in accordance with legal, beauty therapy and organisational requirements
• Selects, uses, and applies a range of beauty therapy techniques, products, tools and equipment to provide:

- waxing services (legs, underarms, face and bikini line)
- hand and nail treatments
- foot treatments
- facial skin care treatments
- eyelash and eyebrow treatments
- make-up application
- basic massage treatments (back, neck and shoulder)

• Facilitates the client journey, makes appointments, completes the services and handles payments from clients
• Provides advice and recommendations on the beauty treatments and appointments
• Portrays professionalism and values that meet Beauty Therapy industry requirements and expectations
• Maintains standards of appearance and the salon/spa image, etiquette and hygiene.

 

Qualifications to be achieved within apprenticeship

VTCT L2 Diploma for Beauty Professionals (Beauty Therapist)

On completion of this qualification, you will be able to perform beauty therapy treatments and implement safe working practices, which meet legal, industry and organisational requirements. You will be able to carry out, maintain and store detailed and confidential client consultations, enabling the choice of the most appropriate treatments and products. You will be able to select, use, and apply a range of beauty therapy techniques, products, tools and equipment to provide:

• Waxing services
• Hand and nail treatments
• Foot treatments
• Facial skin care treatments
• Eyelash and eyebrow treatments
• Make-up application
• Basic massage treatments (back, neck and shoulder)

You will maintain the standards of professional appearance and the salon/spa image, etiquette and required hygiene. You will be able to provide advice and recommendations on beauty treatments, appointments and service timings. You will also be able to facilitate the client journey, from appointments through completion of the services to handling payments, whilst portraying the professionalism and values expected by the beauty therapy industry.

Level 1 Functional Skills English and sit the test for Level 2
Level 1 Functional Skills Maths and sit the test for Level 2

 

End Point Assessment (EPA)
The EPA for the Beauty Therapist Apprenticeship Standard will be assessed via two assessment methods: a knowledge test and an observation.

Full funding is available for this qualification via an apprenticeship*

 

*Funding subject to eligibility

How to enrol

Call: 01782 646346
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