Courses for Adults

VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy Aesthetics

Subject Area

Hair, Beauty & Media Make-up

Start Date

September 2024

Study Mode

Part-time

Duration

32 Weeks

Level

Entry Requirements

Students must have completed the Level 4 Salon Management and Level 3 Facial Electrical qualifications.

The VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy Aesthetics is a vocationally related qualification that is focused on advanced beauty practices for reducing hair growth using intense light and laser treatments, and skin rejuvenation using intense light and microdermabrasion. You will also develop an understanding of product chemistry, the physiology of ageing and the principles of dermatology and microbiology.

Entry requirements

Students must have completed the Level 4 Salon Management and Level 3 Facial Electrical qualifications.

Course units

Students will be required to complete the units below to gain the qualification.

Mandatory units:

Chemistry of Hair and Beauty Products - skin peeling will be delivered in this unit
Physiology of Ageing - skin needling will be delivered in this unit
Dermatology and Microbiology
Apply Micro Dermabrasion
Laser and Light Treatments for Hair Removal
Laser and Light Treatments for Skin Rejuvenation

Assessment

You will be required to present a portfolio of evidence. Your tutor/assessor will provide guidance on how to prepare the portfolio of evidence and how to show practical achievement and understanding of the knowledge required to successfully complete this qualification.

Evidence in the portfolio may take the following forms:

Observed work
Witness statements
Audio-visual media
Evidence of prior learning or attainment
Written questions
Oral questions
Assignments
Case studies

All evidence should be documented in the portfolio and cross referenced to unit outcomes. Constructing the portfolio of evidence should not be left to the end of the course.

Course fees

£1935

The fees for this course can vary depending on funding eligibility and loan availability, if you feel you may qualify for funding, or wish to discuss loan options, please contact the Funding Team.

Course progression

The VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy includes units within the Salon Management qualification, recognised by industry as the qualification needed for those who wish to become employed as a Salon Manager in the hair or beauty sector. Students who study this qualification will also develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours to work as an advanced Beauty Therapist specialising in a range of advanced treatments and services. This qualification also provides a sound platform for further learning or training.

Dates & course durations

September 2024.

The course will run over one day/evening for 32 weeks.

Study methods

This is a Level 4 qualification and students will need to demonstrate research skills, academic writing and independent learning. Initial input and guidance will be provided by the tutor, both in the College environment and online.

Facilities

York College have 2 large fully equipped hairdressing salons, an inviting commercial salon reception, 3 media make-up workshops and 2 beauty therapy salons. Adult learners will have access to professional products and equipment (including Loreal and Eve Taylor).

Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning Resource Centre (LRC), study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.

Additional costs

Students are generally required to purchase a kit (approximately £200); however, we are currently reviewing this situation. All students will be required to wear a uniform. The full details of this will be provided at a later date.

This course requires additional study from home, you will need access to a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi to access teaching and learning. Where applicable, some lessons may be delivered remotely.

Career progression

Career opportunities as a advanced beauty therapist exist in a variety of contexts, including

Beauty salons/clinics
Nail salons
Beauty/nail retail concessions in department stores
Day spa, hotel spa or medi-spa
Cruise ships

Other similar courses

These other courses may be more suited to your interests or needs

View all courses

Hair, Beauty & Media Make-up department

Find out more

View Course Apply part-time

BA (Hons) Media Make-up, Special Effects & Hair Design (Top-up)

University Centre

Courses for Adults

York School of Art

Subject Area

Hair, Beauty & Media Make-up

Study Mode

Full-time

Start Date

September 2024

Duration

1 Year (2 days per week)

Level

Level 6

BA (Hons) Media Make-up, Special Effects & Hair Design (Top-up)

University Centre

Courses for Adults

York School of Art

View Course Apply full-time

Foundation Degree (FD) Media Make-up, Special Effects & Hair Design

University Centre

Courses for Adults

York School of Art

Subject Area

Hair, Beauty & Media Make-up

Study Mode

Full-time

Start Date

September 2024

Duration

2 Years (2 days per week)

Level

Level 5

Foundation Degree (FD) Media Make-up, Special Effects & Hair Design

University Centre

Courses for Adults

York School of Art

View Course Apply full-time