16-18 Courses, 16-18: Vocational

Beauty Therapy Techniques (Level 3 Diploma)

Course Overview

Entry requirements

GCSE Average Points Score: 3.50, Grade 4 English Language GCSE, Grade 4 Maths GCSE, 5 GCSEs at Grade 4

Course information

This Level 3 Beauty Therapy programme prepares you to work as a professional beauty therapist. Training takes place in the Inspire Beauty Salons, where you’ll practise a full range of treatments on real clients and with peers.

You’ll develop advanced practical and theoretical skills in body and facial electrotherapy and body massage. Teaching happens in two commercial-style salons equipped to industry standards with top-of-the-range equipment. All staff are highly qualified with strong industry experience.

You’ll complete practical assessments on real clients using recognised professional product ranges, including Dermalogica and Lycon Waxing.

Key topics

  • Body and facial electrotherapy
  • Body massage techniques
  • Practical assessments on real clients
  • Commercial salon experience (Inspire Beauty Salons)
  • Industry-standard facilities and equipment
  • Use of professional product ranges (Dermalogica, Lycon Waxing)
  • Theory and advanced practical training
  • Why study at NCC?

    • We are Ofsted-rated Outstanding, so you can expect exceptional teaching and support you can trust
    • Expert tutors bring real-world industry experience into every lesson
    • Flexible learning options let you tailor study to your life and ambitions
    • Broad career pathways: from entry level through to professional qualifications
    • One-to-one support with academic advice, wellbeing services and financial guidance
    • Modern, industry-standard facilities: labs, workshops, digital tools and performance spaces
    • Courses co-designed with employers to match local and national job markets
    • Strong employer partnerships offer placements, live projects and networking opportunities
    • A supportive, inclusive community where you can flourish and succeed

    At New City College, you’ll do more than learn hair and beauty, you’ll train for a thriving career in this fast-paced, creative industry. Working in our professional salons and studios, you’ll practise on real clients, using the latest tools and products to build the skills, confidence and experience employers want.

    With partnerships with leading brands like Toni & Guy and Eve Taylor, you’ll graduate job-ready and ahead of the curve. From styling to skincare, you’ll be taught by expert tutors and gain valuable work experience in top salons.

    Plus, with international trips, like learning traditional beauty techniques in Thailand, you’ll broaden your skills and cultural knowledge.

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What Can This Course Lead To

Progress to university, further study or employment.

On completion of this course learners could choose to work in Beauty Salons, Spas, Cruise liners, Mobile Beauty Therapist, Beauty room working from home or study a Level 4 Qualification.

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Financial Support

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