At Beauty in london  School, we offer the NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (General) course in a structure that saves you a lot of time compared to the Further Education College route and offer a flexible way for students to achieve a more advanced qualification.

Following practical training days, students are given written and practical assignments to be completed at home. Students then return to the school for a pre assessment appointment before attending their assessments. To comply with the rigorous NVQ assessment procedure, it is essential that student provide models to work on during their assessment days.

The NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (General) contains the following units:

Monitor procedures to safely control work operations

Monitoring the operation of workplace health and safety procedures is the legal responsibility of all senior staff in a salon, not just that of the manager or proprietor. These responsibilities extend beyond salon staff to all people entering the business, e.g. clients, suppliers, contract cleaners, etc. Therefore, in the context of this unit, ‘other people’ includes not only other employees, but all those who have a reason to be on salon premises at any time. This unit is about making sure that statutory and workplace instructions are being carried out.

Contribute to the Planning and Implementation of Promotional Activities

This unit is about working with others to plan, implement and evaluate promotional activities. The ability to competently present information and interact with the public whilst demonstrating skills is a particularly important aspect of this unit.

Provide facial electrical treatments

(Pre-requirement of NVQ Level 2 in Facial)

This unit is about improving face and skin condition using direct high frequency, galvanic, EMS, micro-current, lymphatic drainage and micro-dermabrasion equipment. It covers the skills involved in providing a thorough consultation with the client to formulate a specific course of treatment tailored to individual client needs. The ability to provide relevant aftercare advice is also required.

Provide body electrical treatments

This unit is about improving body and skin condition using galvanic, Electro Muscle Stimulator (EMS), micro-current, lymphatic drainage and micro-dermabrasion equipment. It covers the skills involved in providing a thorough consultation with the client to formulate a specific course of treatment tailored to individual client needs. The ability to provide relevant aftercare advice is also required.

Provide Body Massage Treatments

This unit is about the skills involved in providing head and body massage treatments. It covers manual massage of the head and body as well as mechanical body massage techniques. The ability to adapt massage techniques to suit individual client needs is a crucial requirement of this unit.

Provide Electrical Epilation Treatments

This unit is about the skills involved in assessing, preparing for and carrying out electrical needle epilation treatments to remove hair, using alternating current and blend techniques. You will also need to show you can competently advise clients on the care needed after electrical epilation.

 

Along with the units listed above, you will be required to choose 1 optional unit, earning a minimum of 10 credits. If 10 credits are not achieved with 1 unit, more units are to be chosen. Optional units are to be selected at the time of registration. The optional units are:

Provide single eyelash extension treatments (5 credits)

This unit is about providing eyelash extension treatments involving the use of single eyelashes. It covers the use of a variety of consultation techniques to establish the client’s potential for treatment and to agree feasible outcomes acceptable to the client. The ability to attach, maintain and remove single lash systems is required as is the ability to give suitable aftercare advice to clients.

Provide Indian Head Massage (7 credits)

This unit is about the skills involved in providing Indian head massage treatment. The ability to adapt massage techniques to suit individual client needs and the environment in which the massage takes place are crucial requirements. The ability to perform Indian head massages with and without the use of oils is also required.

Carry out Massage using Pre-blended Aromatherapy Oils (8 credits)

This unit is about the skills involved in preparing clients for and delivery of massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils. The ability to adapt the use of pre-blended oils and massage techniques to suit individual client needs are crucial requirements.

Provide self-tanning services (3 credits)

This unit is about the application of a variety of self tanning products. To carry out this unit you will need to maintain effective health, safety and hygiene throughout your work. You will also need to maintain your personal appearance and good communication with the client

Provide female intimate waxing services (5 credits)

(Pre-requirement of NVQ Level 2 in Waxing)

This unit is about removing hair from intimate areas using various waxing techniques. You will need to be able to consult with the client, prepare for the waxing service and produce a treatment plan. You will also need to provide treatment advice to the client, particularly around the avoidance of certain activities and home care advice.

Provide Stone Therapy Massage (10 credits)

This unit is about the skills involved in providing hot and cold stone therapy treatments. It covers both massage and the placing of stones on the head, face and body. The ability to adapt stone therapy treatments to suit individual client needs is a crucial requirement.

 

Mode of Study

At UK Beauty Schools, we run this qualification in a unit by unit form. This allows you to work at your own pace and fit your studies around your current commitments. For your 1st unit, you will attend the practical day, complete the home study elements (practice diary, case studies and assessments) and then return to the school for your live assessments and paper tests. Once the unit is complete, you will go through the same process for the rest of the units until the qualification is complete. You will get up to 2 years to complete the qualification with this route, however it can be completed in as little as 6 months. Failure to complete the qualification within 2 years could result in additional assessments fees.

By signing up for the qualification, you are making a commitment to completing all requirements for the course so please ensure that you chose the most appropriate route for you.

FAQ

What happens after I’ve purchased one of your beauty packages?

We’ll send you log in details to our booking system. Here we’ll credit your account for the value of the package, and you’ll then be able to choose the courses from our schedule (this can either be seen by going to our courses dates page, or clicking the chosen course and clicking ‘See availability’)  We’ll also activate your online theory modules, so that you can start learning at your own pace.

Can I pay by instalments?

We offer 0% finance through Paypal. Please visit our instalment for further information.

I still have some remaining money in my account, what do I do?

After selecting your courses, if you still have funds remaining – you have two options:

You can save the funds for future courses and top up further if required.

Please be aware that should you wish to cancel we can only issue a refund to a maximum of £100.

Is there an expiry date?

There is no expiry date on packages.

Where does the training take place?

The training for all beauty courses is taken at our Beauty Schools based in:islington

We provide students with online access to our training area before they attend the school, we find by doing this they are able to complete the theory in their own time and are able to absorb more information. This also means we have more time for practice, which then allows the tutor demonstrate best practices as well as answer Q & A’s.

What if I cancel my course, will I get a refund?

It will depend on the circumstances surrounding the cancellation and the notice given(see T&C for more details). In the instance that a refund is requested due to illness, medical notification will be required. Unfortunately, we are unable to give a refund if the online theory has accessed/completed.

What are your terms of the price match guarantee?

Please read our Price Guarantee Terms & Conditions, they can be found

Will I be required to do any home study?

As well as doing the online theory at your own pace, students will find that by practising at home AFTER you have taken the course, performing approximately 6 -8 treatments, they will achieve more confidence in doing Waxing Treatments.

What do I need to know before I start the course?

No previous experience is required. This course is open to complete beginners, however, before we issue the certificate you must complete your online theory.

How many students are there in a class?

We believe in keeping the class sizes small, so students have more one 2 one time with our tutors. Our normal class size is 4 to 8.

Will I need to bring a model?

No model is required; students will work on each other for the practical element. However, if you feel more comfortable bringing your own model for the beauty course just let us know in advance via email. Failure to inform us that you are bringing a model could result in your course being cancelled without refund. If the course has an uneven number of students, you may be asked to bring your own model however you will be contacted by admin to discuss this.

Will I need to bring anything?

No, everything will be provided for you on the course. However, some students find it beneficial to bring a pen and paper to make notes.

Can I get insurance with my Diploma certificate?

Many insurance companies will insure you with a Diploma or NVQ certificate.  We have also partnered with a leading insurance broker, please call us  for further information.

Is the Course accredited?

Our courses are approved and accredited by The Guild of Beauty Therapists (Diploma), VTCT (VRQ), or UKBA (UK Beauty accreditation). This will enable you to obtain liability insurance from various insurance companies, including our specialist insurance partner – goldensalon.  Please call us for further information.

What are your terms of price match guarantee?

Please read our Price Guarantee Terms & Conditions, they can be found

Do you offer finance on your courses?

Yes, please visit our 0% finance page.

Kit Contents

Kit available at additional cost £TBA

2 TWEEZERS POINTED

1 CHAKRA SET

1 CRAZY ANGEL ANGEL AIRBRUSH PETITE & TENT

1 COLD STONES MARBLE

1 CRAZY ANGEL BUFFING MITT

1 HOT STONE HEATER 6 QUART

1 CRAZY ANGEL MIDNIGHT KISS TANNING LOTION 200ml

1 HOT STONE PACK 45 PIECE

1 KAESO  REVITALISE YOUR EYES MAKE UP REMOVER 195ML

1 DISPOSABLE MASCARA WANDS (PK 25)

1 KAESO CALMING FACE BLEND 100ML

1 DISPOSABLE PANTS WHITE PACK 20

1 KAESO GRAPESEED OIL 100ML

1 STICKY FEET PACK 10

1 KAESO HYDRATING FACE BLEND 100ML

1 KAESO MASSAGE SORBET BODY MASSAGE CREAM  450ML

1 KAESO MATURE BOOST FACE BLEND 100ML

1 KAESO REBALANCING FACE BLEND 100ML

1 LASH FX GEL EYE PADS

1 LASH FX PRIMER

1 LASH FX MICRO APPLICATORS

1 LASH FX JADE STONE

1 LASH FX GLUE RING

1 LASH FX EYELASH ADHESIVE REGULAR

1 LASH FX C CURL LASHES 9mm

1 LASH FX C CURL LASHES 11mm

1 LASH FX C CURL LASHES 13mm

1 KAESO SWEET ALMOND OIL 100ML

1 BAG ORGANISER