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Beauty Therapy

Advance your beauty career with the Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy Techniques at Uxbridge College. This programme is designed for beauty professionals looking to deepen their knowledge and enhance their skills in advanced treatment techniques. Our comprehensive course covers a range of specialised units, providing you with the expertise needed to excel in the competitive beauty industry.

Course units:

  • Quality Management of Client Care in the Hair and Beauty Sector
  • Advanced Epilation Techniques such as:
  • Skin Tag Removal
  • Telangiectasia (Spider Veins) Treatment
  • Milia Removal
  • Spider Naevi Treatment
  • Campbell de Morgan Spot Removal
  • Hair in Moles Treatment
  • Physiology of Ageing
  • Laser and Light Treatments for Hair Removal
  • Laser and Light Treatments for Skin Rejuvenation.

    Why Choose Uxbridge College?

  • Expert Instruction Benefit from the guidance of experienced Beauty Therapist who bring a wealth of industry knowledge and practical insights to the classroom.

  • State-of-the-Art Facilities Train with specialist equipment and industry-standard beauty products, ensuring you are prepared to deliver high-quality treatments.

  • Hands-On Experience Gain practical experience in our fully-equipped college salons, working with real clients and honing your skills in a professional environment.

  • Industry Partnerships Take advantage of our collaborations with leading employers and training providers, including OPI, The Grove Hotel Sequoia Spa, Richmond Harbor Spa Hotel, Dermalogica, Studex, Superdrug, and more.

  • Career Advancement Completing this Level 4 Diploma will open doors to advanced career opportunities in the beauty industry, from senior therapist roles to specialist beauty consultancy positions.

    Apply now and take your career to the next level. Our program offers the perfect blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing you to excel in the ever-evolving beauty industry.
  • Entry requirements

    Students should have one of the following:

    • Level 3 NVQ/SNQ or VRQs in Hairdressing or Beauty Therapy or equivalent
    • Level 3 Modern/Advanced Apprenticeship in Hairdressing or Beauty Therapy
    • Level of expertise commensurate with a Level 3 qualification
    • Relevant work experience that can be demonstrated through the APL procedure and/or appropriate certification.
  • Who is the course for?

    This course is for beauty therapists that are looking to develop their skills in laser hair removal and skin rejuvenation. It is suitable for students aged 18+, due to the health and safety procedures around working with laser and light treatments.

  • Study methods

    Practical and theory sessions, case studies and assignments.

  • How is the course assessed?

    There are practical assessment tasks and knowledge and understanding tasks along with graded assignments.

  • More information

    Students will be expected to take part in a one week work experience.
    City and Guilds are the awarding body and the course attracts 49 credits. Students will have 290-305 planned learning hours.

  • Where Next – Job Opportunities

    Providing professional consultations and expert skin analysis for clients in a clinic for treatments of hair removal and skin rejuvenation using laser and light.

  • Where Next – Further Studies

    You can progress onto other courses for Beauty Therapists who wish to learn more about advanced aesthetic treatments at Levels 5, 6 and 7 and provide professional consultations and expert skin analysis for clients in a salon. Progression into Salon Management and Product Sciences providing professional consultations and expert skin analysis for clients in a salon is also another progression route.

  • How to apply

    To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

    OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
    When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

Course starting Sep 2024

Starts 2 September 2024

Duration 1 Year(s)

Location Hayes Campus

Days/Time Monday-Friday
09:00 - 17:00