What qualifications do I need to become a Beauty Therapist?

Each year we see more and more applicants looking to become fully qualified beauty therapists – The growing trend in customers requiring the treatments and services by beauty therapists means that there is an evergrowing demand for fully qualified beauty therapist that have been trained to a high standard. Beauty therapy as a career combines learners passion for beauty with a highly lucrative career. Learning Curve’s Hair & Beauty Academy is dedicated to providing the highest level of training to our learners to ensure that when the end of the course arrives they can confidently work at a top London salon. Once a fully qualified beauty therapist there are a variety of different career routes that you can head down. Many of our learners decide to head down the self-employment route as this offers ultimate flexibility and the ability to build up your own clientele. Deciding to do this does have risks and it is important to decide what is right for you – Our tutors will talk through all your options helping you to make the right decision for your future and also career.

If you would like to discuss the Beauty Therapist Qualification courses that we offer, then you can get in touch with a member of the team today or alternatively head on down to one of our upcoming Beauty open days.

What exactly are Beauty Therapist Courses?

Beauty courses give learners the ability to learn and develop the skills needed to become a qualified beauty therapist. The overall aim of each course is to ensure the practical skills and knowledge needed to excel in the industry is taught. We have two state of the art academies in London – One is our Beauty Academy in Chiswick and the other is our Beauty Academy in Borehamwood. At both of the academies, we have all of the industry-leading equipment and the latest trends and techniques are constantly being taught to our learners. A beauty therapist courseĀ is the ideal way to get into the beauty therapy industry – Once you have your first job you will be able to progress higher within that salon or as mentioned above potentially set up your own business.

What is the range of Beauty Therapy courses that are offered at the Academy?

We offer a range of different courses here – The majority of which relate to the Beauty Therapy aspect of the industry. We also provide a range of nail technology courses, makeup courses and other Short Beauty Courses.

VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies

As mentioned, the main aim of this course is to allow learners to experience the varying areas of Beauty Therapy – In addition to this, learners will learn how to perform facial skincare treatments including full facials, eyelash and eyebrow treatments. Application of makeup for various shapes and sizes of faces. Another two treatments covered are the manicure and pedicures – Finally, the experience of dealing with clients such as salon reception duties is also covered.

You can find out more about the VTCT Level 2 diploma by heading on over to the link provided above.

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments

The level 3 Diploma is very similar to the level 2 Diploma but takes things to the next level – The level 3 diploma allows learners to experience a range of additional beauty treatments – Some of the main things covered in the level 3 Diploma are Consultation Techniques, Massage Techniques, Massage Using Pre Blended Aromatherapy Oils, Body Electrotherapy Treatments and Facial Electrotherapy Treatments. These treatments come from the main job role of many beauty therapists. Our tutors have direct experience in beauty therapy and are always on hand to answer any questions that learners may have.

If you would like to find out more about the Beauty Therapist Qualifications that we offer then please get in touch with a member of the team at Learning Curve’s Hair & Beauty Academy today!