Beauty
Courses Available
- NC Beauty Care
NC Beauty Care
This course is designed to provide an excellent grounding in the field of Beauty Therapy. Students will develop the skills required to work effectively within the Beauty Sector. Relevant items of clothing and equipment may require to be purchased by the student.
Employment Options
Employment within the beauty industry e.g. Cosmetic departments and other service industries.
Educational Progression Routes
HNC Beauty Therapy, HNC Make-up Artistry, HNC Complementary Therapies.
Course Content
- Applying Practical Skills
- Selling Skills
- Reception Duties and Skills
- Facial Skin Care
- Day Make-up and Basic Corrective Make-up
- Manicure
- Nail Art
- Bridal and Evening Make-up
- Waxing
- Face Painting
- Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage
- Hair, Beauty and Make-up: Portfolio Presentation
Entry Requirements
- 3 Standard Grades including English at Grade 3 or above. A science subject would be advantageous
- Applicants with relevant experience by interview
- Relevant work experience
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time
SCQF Level
- This course is offered at SCQF Level 5 & 6.
At interview your level of study will be determined.
close - HNC Beauty Therapy
HNC Beauty Therapy
This course is designed to develop practical skills and underpinning knowledge required for the Beauty Therapy sector. Students will be required to purchase relevant items of equipment and clothing.
Employment Options
Salon Therapist, Beauty Therapist on a Cruise Liner, Cosmetics Counter Assistant.
Educational Progression Routes
HND Beauty Therapy
Course Content
- Face & Body Electrotherapy
- Aromatherapy or Swedish Massage
- Contemporary Aesthetic Treatments
- Electro-cosmetic Therapy
- Management & Practice of Face and Body Therapies
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Employment Experience
- Gel Nails (Optional)
Entry Requirements
- NQ Beauty level 6 or equivilent
- 2 Highers (English and Biology)
- Applicants with relevant experience
Assessment
- Continuous with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- No final examination
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time
SCQF Level
- 7
- HND Beauty Therapy
HND Beauty Therapy
This course is designed to further develop skills and knowledge of the Beauty Therapy sector. Students will be required to purchase relevant items of equipment and clothing.
Employment Options
Beauty Salon, Spa Therapist, Cosmetic Account Manager, Self Employment, Mobile Therapist.
Educational Progression Routes
Degree in Beauty Therapy.
Course Content
- Contemporary Electrotherapy
- Contemporary Spa Massage
- Electrical Epilation
- Principles & Practice of Selling
- Lymphatic Massage for Aesthetic Purposes
- Prepare & Present a Business Plan
- Lifestyle Advice for Clients
- Reflexology
- Employment Experience
Entry Requirements
- HNC Beauty Therapy
Assessment
- Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments
- No final examination
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time
SCQF Level
- 8
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies
Rutherglen
This course is designed to give students the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required by industry. This course is highly desirable due to the large proportion of practical application included within the programme.
Employment Options
Stress Centres, Beauty Salons, SPA’s, Self Employment, Cruise Liners, Health related services, Private Organisations.
Educational Progression Routes
Other VTCT courses, NC Wellness Therapy or access to other FE/HE courses.
Course Content
- Swedish Massage (Full-body)
- Aromatherapy Massage (Full-body)
- The Use & Application of Essential Oils
- Therapeutic Purpose
- Application & Use of Reflexology
- Zones of the Feet & Hands
- Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology
- Assess the Client for Holistic Treatments
- Principles & Practices of Complementary Therapies
- Health & Safety for Complementary Therapies
- Healthy Eating
- Business Practice
Entry Requirements
- All applicants must attend interview
- Basic IT and communication skills
- Accreditation of prior learning may be given for some parts of this course
Assessment
- Continuous, open and closed book assessments
- Practical assessments involving salon clients
- Case studies
- Portfolio of evidence to be compiled
- End of year exam for Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology
- End of year exam for Health and Safety
Duration
- August 2012 - June 2013
Attendance
- Full-time
- Part-time
