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Beauty Therapy Advanced (Level 3)

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Overview

Beauty Therapy Advanced (Level 3)

This Level 3 study programme will focus on the development of the underlying principles and practical skills required in the beauty therapy industry, and will prepare you for progression into industry. You will learn how to consult with clients, promote products and services, along with developing a variety of skills and techniques.

Gaining this qualification will provide better employment opportunities to work in the industry. We offer a salon experience with external clients for assessments building skills and confidence.

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Course information

Need to know

Entry requirements

Essential:  Level 2 qualification in Beauty Therapy.

Desirable: Experience of working in a salon environment.

What qualification will I gain?

City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy.

How will I be assessed?
  • On-going practical assessments throughout the duration of the course for the practical element of the programme
  • On-line end of unit exams and assignments
Work experience

A minimum of 30 hours of industry placement is required over the duration of the course.

Course content

What will I study?
  • Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
  • Promote and sell products and services to clients
  • Provide body massage
  • Provide facial electrotherapy treatments
  • Provide body electrotherapy treatments
  • Apply micro-dermabrasion

 

What skills will I gain?
  • Communication with others
  • Practical skills in beauty therapy
  • Ability to promote products and services
  • Confidence working with people

Next steps

Course progression:

Level 4 Beauty and Spa therapy.

Career progression:

Working as a beauty therapist in the industry.  Once fully qualified up to Level 3, career paths include working in salons, in spas, on cruise liners or being self -employed and running their own business.

Average salary is £24,000.

Additional information

  • You will need to purchase a kit and uniform to complete the course – kit and uniform costs TBC
  • You will have the opportunity to visit Salon International /  Professional Beauty –  price TBC

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.

Available Courses
Brooks Hair & Beauty Bedford
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Tresham College Kettering Campus
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Tresham College Corby campus
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Funding Information

All full-time Level 1 and Level 2 courses are now FREE for everyone, whatever their age. If you are looking to study a Level 3 qualification, courses might still be free if you’re under 19 or 19-23 and studying your first full Level 3 qualification. Whether you need to pay a fee and how much will be dependent on the programme you choose to study. For more information call 0345 658 8990.

If you’re over 23 or studying a second Level 3 qualification, you will need to pay a fee. Find out more on our financial support page at: www.bedfordcollegegroup.co.uk/finance or view the Full-time Fee Flow Chart below.

If you are unsure whether you need to pay or not then please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990.

Full-time Fee Flow Chart

If you are aged 19 or over you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay the tuition fees for this course. You can also pay by instalments to help make the cost of this course more affordable.

Find out more

If you live in any of the following areas and wish to apply for or enrol onto one of our courses, please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990 to check if your course is funded or not (Please note that if your course is not funded then you will pay a higher fee than what is listed, please contact our Customer Contact team for more information):

  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
  • Greater Manchester
  • Greater London
  • Liverpool City Region
  • Tees Valley
  • West of England
  • West Midlands
  • Sheffield
  • Newcastle Upon Tyne
  • Barnsley and Doncaster
  • West Yorkshire
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Bedford College Beauty Therapy Level 3
Hair & Beauty

Barbara

Hair and make-up has always been a passion of mine, but until now I’ve only done it as a hobby. I’ve been out of education for a while but this is something I have always wanted to do, so I’m finally on my way to fulfilling my dreams.

Before starting this course I had spent a year at Bedford College improving my English skills. My goal at the end of my time at College is to apply to Center Parcs for a job within their spa.

The course covers everything from facials to massages, electro micro-current to make-up and waxing. We have client sessions two to three times a week.

The tutors are all lovely and offer plenty of support. I’ve found it easy to get back into education; if you want something then you can achieve it.

My favourite thing about working in the beauty industry is the effect the treatments have on the clients, whether it’s a massage that helps them to feel less stressed or applying make-up that makes them feel really happy and confident in themselves.

Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Financial Support

For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

 

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.