• August
  • Full-Time
  • 1 year
  • Beauty Therapy
  • SCQF Level 5

NC BEAUTY THERAPY

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Intro to the course:

This is an entry level  course for those looking to start a career in beauty therapy. It introduces you to beauty practical skills and essential knowledge to enable progression to a higher-level course. You will learn about skin care, manicures and pedicures, nail art, massage and waxing techniques and day and corrective make-up. 

Qualification
SCQF Level 5

Study mode
Full-Time

Start date
25/08/2025

Who is the course for?

This course is ideal for anyone wanting to start a career in beauty therapy. It is ideal for school leavers or those looking to change career. The course will prepare you for progression into employment within the Beauty industry.

What will I study?

You'll learn how to provide various Beauty therapy treatments after developing skills in  the following :

  • Facial skincare treatments
  • Hand and foot care 
  • Back, neck and shoulder massage
  • Gel and acrylic nails
  • Developing Make-up Skills
  • Improving wellbeing 
  • You'll learn through groupwork, workshops, demonstrations, lectures, industry visits and guest speakers.

Next step course options

NC Level 6  Beauty Therapy or Level 6 Creative Make-up 

How will I be assessed?

Practical assessment on live clients. Closed and open-book written assessments.

Why should I choose this course?

The beauty industry needs skilled staff. This introductory course will teach you the necessary skills and techniques needed for entry to a higher-level course in beauty therapy. You'll be taught in our beauty therapy studios by lecturers with current industry experience. Engagement with employers such as Ellisons, Hair and Beauty, Manicure company, Capital Hair & Beauty, Dermalogica and others will give you an insight into the industry, and offer opportunities and experience.

Where can this course lead?

This course prepares you for salon work and self-employment as a therapist.

What are the entry requirements?

One or more of the following: 

  • Two National 4 qualifications 
  • Commitment and dedication to the course 
  • Keen interest in the beauty therapy industry 
  • Acceptance will require a successful  interview

What are the interview arrangements?

Group information session. Individual short interview.

Fees, finance and funding

Fees for full time is £1008

This course is eligible for Bursary.

Please note, fees are subject to change, please double-check this when enrolling in your course

If you are unsuccessful in your Bursary application, you may be liable for the full cost of course

For more information please visit the finance pages - Fees, finance and funding options.

Other information:

The course will include realistic working environments where clients attend for practical services.


Full time course: This course will run 16 hours per week for 36 weeks

Need more help?

Would you like to speak to someone about your application today? We’d love to hear from you.

You can drop into the Student Advice Centre between 8.45am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Tel: 01355 270750
Email: admissions@slc.ac.uk

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Study mode Full-Time Start date 25/08/2025 Duration 1 year
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