VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy Massage

 

Course Overview

The VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy Massage is a substantial vocational qualification that will confirm your competence as a beauty massage therapist. The structure of this qualification provides you with the flexibility to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for the role of beauty massage therapist.

Who supports this qualification?

This qualification is based on the beauty therapy National Occupational Standards (NOS) and is recognised by the UK's leading professional association, the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) as being fit for purpose to confirm your competence as a beauty massage therapist. Holders of this qualification are eligible to become a professional member of BABTAC.

Delivery of this qualification is classroom based with opportunities for you to demonstrate your competency on a provided client base in a realistic working environment.

Modules

This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a beauty massage therapist including, 6 mandatory units covering the following:

• Provide body massage treatment
• Provide Indian Head Massage
• Carry out massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils
• Provide Stone Therapy treatments
• Monitoring procedures in the salon
• Contribute to planning a promotional event

You will also have the opportunity to further develop your understanding and skills by completing a number of optional beauty therapy units which could include:

Face electrics pathway:

• Provide facial electrical treatments

Self-tanning pathway:

• Provide self-tanning services
• Contribute to the financial effectiveness of the business

Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?

This qualification will qualify you for employment as a beauty massage therapist. You will also be eligible to join a professional association and gain insurance as a beauty massage therapist. Career opportunities as a beauty therapist exist in a variety of contexts, including:

• Working in commercial beauty salons
• Working in destination and day spas
• Working independently/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings

Funding

Funding is available for this course via an advanced learner loan.*

Additional requirements if accessed via apprenticeship funding:

Learners undertake this qualification as part of an apprenticeship will also be required to complete:

• Transferable Skills such as Functional Skills English & Functional Skills Math
• ERR - Employee Responsibilities and Rights
• PLTS – Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

How to enrol

Call: 01782 646346
Email: [email protected]

* Providing you meet the Advanced Learner Loan eligibility requirements. For more information please call us and/or visit www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan.