Beauty Therapy
Level 3 VRQ Diploma
1 year full-time
Our full-time courses enable you to gain hands-on practical skills and underpinning knowledge within our on-site salons. We have highly qualified and specialised lecturers who are active practitioners within their field of expertise.
You will develop your skills and knowledge across a range of beauty therapy treatments with the opportunity to gain additional qualifications throughout the year.
Overview and modules
You will have the opportunity to complete additional courses throughout the year. These include lava shell, bamboo massage, hopi ear candling, gelish nails, acrylic nails, spray tanning, intimate waxing, semi-permanent lashes, business knowledge, careers advice and interview techniques.
You will also benefit from 1 day additional workshops with professional beauty therapy companies, at a small cost, to improve your skills and employability.
Modules include:
You will also develop a number of skills including numeracy, literacy and digital skills throughout the course.
The awarding body for this qualification is VTCT.
Assessment methods
You will be assessed in a variety of ways which could include assignments, external examinations, case studies and continual class assessment.
Entry requirements
Level 2 VRQ or Diploma in Beauty Therapy.
Continue your studies
Progress to higher education courses within beauty therapy, holistic therapy or specialist courses.
Opportunity to work in spas, health farms, cruise ships, beauty salons or television and theatre or to be self-employed.
Course-related fees
Enrolment fee: £40
Course-related fees, eg materials/equipment: £142.50*
*This cost is approximate and is subject to change. Some costs may be payable to the College and some may be payable to external suppliers. Further details can be obtained by contacting hello@bridgend.ac.uk. There may be support available towards these costs; please visit our website for more information.
Please note: Access to an appropriate digital device for learning is required for this course. You may be eligible for support with this; please visit our website for more information.
This is one of our busier campuses and is located within walking distance of Bridgend town centre. It offers a wide range of courses from Childhood Studies and Fashion to Hair and Beauty, Hospitality and Travel and Independent Living Skills.
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You can apply for next year
(September 22/23)