Or Application Form & Reference Form to be returned to Student Services
If you are interested in a career in the beauty therapy industry then this is the course for you. You will spend most of your week in our Beauty Salons working on models and clients. There are also elements that require you to practice your skills at home.
You will cover the following:
- Facial Treatments
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Waxing
- Eye Treatments
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Health and Safety
- Nail art
- Salon reception
Skills such as working with others, improving own performance and problem solving form part of the course and should help you gain employment.
During your course there will be opportunities for attending national shows and exhibitions where you can see some of the main wholesalers and manufacturers of equipment and products. Once a year we hold a college show and you will be expected to participate.
- This is a study programme for students that are 16-18 years.
- Relevant level 1 qualification or minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above (GCSE maths, English and science are desirable).
- You need the skills for fine work e.g. accurate use of an eyeliner pencil or nail varnish brush.
- A genuine interest in Beauty Therapy and an ability to communicate 1:1 with clients.
- You must be prepared to give and receive treatments to/from other students on your course.
- Satisfactory interview, assessment and reference or school report.
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
To learn effectively on your course you will need to use certain items of equipment to undertake particular activities as part of your studies. These will be yours to keep and you will be able to use them for practice at home and in your future career. Equipment / Uniform required for this course: Basic Kit £65 Uniform £45 Record of Achievement Book £20 NB prices correct as of 23rd June 2021 If you need support with these costs, don't worry. Click on the link below and complete a bursary application form. https://www.wmc.ac.uk/student-support/financial-support/bursaries-loans
Assessments continue throughout the course both in practical and theory sessions. In addition there are 11 VTCT online exams.
An early application is recommended for this course.
Reading & writing skills - You will need to produce written assignments.
Maths skills - You will need to measure products and work within specific timings.
This profession and course requires you to be able to carry out physical work for long periods of time. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate disabilities.
Are you aged 16-18?
Study programmes are full-time courses for 16-18 year olds which include:
- Meaningful work experience or preparation for work
- English and maths, if you don't already have GCSE grade A* - C (grade 4 or above) in English and maths
- Non-study activities such as tutorials, study skills, fund-raising/charity work, and/or trips
This profession and course requires you to be able to carry out physical work for long periods of time. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate disabilities.
- Employment prospects include: working in a beauty salon or cosmetic companies as a representative
- Further Education opportunities include progression onto level 3 Beauty Therapy.
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If you are aged 16-18:
Free
This study programme is free for students, who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, and students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
Fee : £1275.00
The fee quoted is for the academic year 23/24.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form
