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Massage Therapy Advanced Certificate Level 3 (part-time)

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Overview

Massage Therapy City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate

This Level 3 study programme will focus on the development of the underlying principles and practical skills required as a massage therapist, 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 high street salon experience with external clients for assessments, building skills and confidence.

Course information

Need to know

Entry requirements

Grade requirements…

  • Evidence of working at GCSE grade 3 (D) and above or
  • Any Level 2 qualification

Other requirements…

  • A good standard of written and spoken English to allow for study and competence for the online examinations.

Desirable:

  • It is also desirable that you have good people skills that enhance working with clients
What qualification will I gain?

City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Beauty Therapy.

How will I be assessed?
  • Ongoing practical assessments throughout the duration of the course for the practical element of the programme
  • Online end of unit exams and assignments

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 Indian head massage
  • Apply stone therapy massage
What skills will I gain?
  • Communication with others
  • Practical skills in massage therapy
  • Ability to promote products and services
  • Confidence working with people

Next steps

Course progression:

You can progress onto further qualifications.

Career progression:

Working as a massage 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 Professional Beauty in March – 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.

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Available Courses
Brooks Hair & Beauty Bedford
Starts: 19/09/2023
Type: Part Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Tuesday, Thursday
Time(s): 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Fees: £1,265.00
Disclaimer

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Funding Information

The College offers an instalment plan for Further Education and Higher Education courses to students where the total amount payable at the point of enrolment is £200 or more. Within the scheme there is an ability to pay up to 6 instalments, depending on the length of the courses and the final payment must be paid at least a month before the end of the course.

Part-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. Alternatively, you can pay by instalments to help make the cost of this course more affordable. 

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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.

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.

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.

Additional formats

Course information sheets are also available in large print and audio formats. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 to order your copy.