City & Guilds Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Adults) Level 3

In a nutshell

This course enhances your technical skills, gives you in depth knowledge of specialist areas and will prepare you for employment as a fully qualified beauty therapist.

This course is for...

...you if you have qualified in Beauty Therapy at Level 2
...you if you want to develop specialist knowledge
...you if you are hardworking and have a friendly personality

Course content

You’ll learn advanced beauty treatments and techniques such as:

• Body massage
• Facial and body electrical and mechanical specialist treatments
• Manual and spray tan application
• Artificial nail structures
• Indian head massage
• Stone therapy massage
• Aromatherapy using pre-blended oils
• Client care
• Promotion and sales
• Health, safety and hygiene procedures in the salon.

You’ll learn through:

• Theory classes
• Practical workshops
• Real salon environments at the college working on clients
• Commercial sessions
• Demonstrations
• Group work
• Work placement - either weekly or on block

You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in:

• In house college competitions
• Inspiring Skills Wales and UK/World Skills
• Spa days
• Industry demonstrations on Laser/IPL treatment
• Visits and trips to industry specialists
• Supervisory roles in the department and managing therapists' columns

You’ll be assessed via practical assessments, assignments and multiple-choice online tests covering underpinning knowledge. Once complete, you’ll achieve:

• Level 3 Beauty Therapy
• Appropriate supporting qualifications to broaden your skill set
• Creative Enrichment Skills (community activities and demonstrations)

Entry Requirements

You’ll need to have completed the NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy.

Additional information

Code of dress:

• Uniform which must be worn for all practical sessions. This is a mandatory requirement
• Hair must be neatly tied back off the face
• No piercings
• No jewellery other than a wedding ring can be worn in the salon

You’ll be expected to purchase kit costing up to £113 and pay for trips costing approximately £50.

To reflect industry expectations, you will be required to wear a Coleg Gwent salon uniform. The college will fund the cost of one full uniform per year. Additional sets can be purchased for around £45 (TBC); college staff will be able to direct you to the approved supplier if / when needed.

All costs are under review and subject to change.