Diploma in Beauty Therapy L3

Course Code:  BACF4696-26A

Days:  TBC

Start Date:  01/09/2026

Course overview

This Level 3 Diploma in Beauty/Spa Therapies is designed to help you take the next step in your career, whether you're progressing from a Level 2 qualification or returning to education to build new skills. You'll develop advanced, industry-standard techniques used in professional salons and spas, giving you the confidence and expertise to succeed in a growing and exciting industry. This course is ideal for both younger students looking to begin their career and adults wanting to upskill, change direction, or move into more senior roles. This is an intensive course delivered over one academic term. Students will need to be committed, organised, and prepared to complete study and practice outside of lessons to achieve their full potential. Parents and carers can be reassured that students are supported throughout, with guidance from experienced staff to help them succeed.

Course requirements

You will ideally have a relevant Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Hair or Beauty, or some experience working in a salon or spa environment.

What will I do?

You will gain hands-on experience in a professional training environment, covering: - Health and safety in the salon - Promoting and selling products to clients - Body massage techniques - Advanced facial and electrical treatments - Electrical epilation - Hot and cold stone therapy massage - Indian Head Massage - Application of individual permanent lashes - Provide Spa Treatments - Monitoring the Spa Area - We work with industry-leading, professional products such as Tatti Lashes and Dermalogica, giving students experience with the same high-quality brands used in top salons and spas.

What will it give me?

This course focuses on both practical and employability skills, including: - Advanced treatment techniques used in industry - Professional communication and client care - Confidence working with a wide range of clients - Retail and business awareness - Time management and independent study skills These skills are highly valued by employers and support progression into a variety of roles.

Materials needed

Salon uniform.

What can I do when I finish?

This qualification opens the door to a range of opportunities, including: - Employment as a Beauty Therapist or Spa Therapist - Work in salons, luxury spas, hotels, or cruise ships - Progression to higher-level study or university

What next?

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