VTCT Level 3 Award in Anatomy & Physiology

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Fast Track, Flexible VTCT Training

VTCT Level 3 Award in Anatomical and Physiological Knowledge of Body Systems (500/8645/5) carries 7 credits.

This qualification is ideal for those looking to progress onto specialist training such as aesthetics, teacher training, or just wishing to gain a better understanding of anatomy and physiology theory following practical skills courses. This is essential knowledge for all beauty professionals, whether you work as a beauty therapist or an educator. This course can be completed flexibly around other commitments. Learn the knowledge and gain a better understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the human body.

This is an internationally recognised and regulated, RQF Qualification.

Course duration

Fast Track, Online

£599

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This course is suitable for complete beginners. No prior knowledge or experience required.

Open to anyone aged 16 years or over.

Suited to those who want an OFQUAL regulated, internationally recognised qualification that is accepted by local councils for special treatment licensing where opening a salon or for salon employment. Highly sought by employers, this qualification sets you ahead.

Perfect for anyone who wants to make a full time career in beauty, with options to progress into higher level training or beauty teaching.

You must hold a GCSE level pass in English to be successful on this course (or equivalent) due to written coursework & exams.

You will also need basic IT skills, plus a desktop pc (Windows, Chromebook or Mac required) with camera, microphone, speakers and stable high speed internet connection to complete the coursework and written exams.

Upon completion of coursework (written work) & online written exams; you’ll achieve a VTCT Qualification. VTCT qualifications are OFQUAL regulated, internationally recognised & widely accepted for licensing & insurance.

This award is studied entirely online including written coursework & assessments.

Work at your own pace, taking up to 12 months if required, with no attendance required.

The perfect qualification for a busy therapist wanting to take their beauty career further! You’ll complete written assignments guided by study resources via our online student portal. We recommend submitting these within 12 weeks of enrolment.

You’ll also sit an online written exam (multiple choice questions) via the VTCT exam website.

Unit covered within this qualification is:

  • UV30434 Anatomical and physiological knowledge of body systems
  • Get qualified on a flexible basis with learning completed entirely online, when convenient for you, from home.
  • 12-month enrolment period provided allowing you to plan your study around other commitments.
  • Internationally recognised, OFQUAL regulated qualification that is highly sought by employers in the beauty industry.
  • Unlocks the door to progress to further training such as Level 4 and/or teaching in beauty.
  • All career options open to you including working from home, opening your own salon, working internationally or gaining employment in a salon, spa or skin clinic.
  • Training since 1990 with 9 permanent training centre locations & in-house support team.

Students will need basic IT skills, plus a desktop pc (Windows, Chromebook or Mac required) with camera, microphone, speakers and stable high speed internet connection to complete the coursework and written exams (via the VTCT exam website).

You will not need to complete any case studies at home specifically for this course so won’t need any models or equipment / products for this course.

You will need a good understanding of spoken and written English (equivalent to a pass in GCSE English standard) to successfully complete this course due to the coursework and exams required.

This course is completed entirely online from home, so attendance of our training centre(s) is not required. This allows the course to be completed from anywhere in the world, you do not need to be UK based.

Upon completion of this course you can:

  • Expand your existing beauty career with this theory based qualification.
  • Take further beauty courses to learn beauty treatments.
  • Complete the VTCT Level 3 Award in Education & Training to work as a beauty educator.
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OUR LOCATIONS

Training locations across the UK

OUR LOCATIONS

Training locations across the UK

  • MIDLANDS

    Address

    Vyse Terrace, Branston Court, Branston Street

    Birmingham

    B18 6BA

    0121 401 1008

  • South

    Address

    139-143 Bermondsey Street

    Bermondsey

    SE1 3UW

    0800 999 2277

  • South

    Address

    132 Plough Road

    London

    SW11 2AA

    0207 118 3008

  • South

    Address

    105 - 111 Euston Street

    London

    NW1 2EW

    0800 999 2277

  • North West

    Address

    75 Lever Street

    Manchester

    M1 1FL

    0161 207 0008

  • South

    Address

    5 West Hill

    Milton Keynes

    MK17 8DP

    01908 984 008

  • North East

    Address

    1 Vance Business Park, Norwood Road

    Gateshead

    NE11 9NE

    0191 653 1108

  • South

    Address

    4 The Court, Lanwades Business Park, B1506

    Kentford

    CB8 7PN

    01223 420666

  • South

    Address

    99 London Street

    Reading

    RG1 4QA

    0118 418 1008

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No kits are included in the course fee. There is no beauty practial training or treatments skills tuition within this theory based course so no kits will be required.

 

There are no beauty treatments taught within this course, so you will not need to purchase any beauty insurance.

This course is completed entirely online from home.

We have 9 training centre locations across England: London Bridge, London Euston, Clapham Junction, Manchester, Birmingham, Reading, Milton Keynes & Newmarket where you can complete your practical training days.

VTCT practical assessments (final stage) are currently only available at our London Clapham Junction, Manchester & Birmingham training centre locations.

All training centre locations are our own exclusive, permanent training facilities are set up, ready to train all-year round. Our centres are highly equipped and staffed by our friendly, fully qualified and experienced tutors. We never train from hotel rooms, conference suites or in-salons to ensure you get the best possible learning experience in spacious, well appointed and easily accessible locations.

All training centres can be reached by public transport. Many centres also have parking on-site or within a short walking distance.

The Beauty Academy are the UK’s leading provider of private beauty training courses. We have been delivering our fast track, intensive training courses since 1990. With over 36 years’ experience in the industry, we have refined our courses to ensure they meet the highest standards of industry training, while ensuring a welcoming and enjoyable training experience. Most courses are suitable for complete beginners.

We work with only the most passionate, qualified and experienced beauty training professionals. We regularly update our team’s training to ensure we are delivering the most up to date knowledge and techniques.

All courses are accredited for insurance by IPHM and/or ABT. We also provide OFQUAL regulated, internationally recognised qualifications for those seeking employment within beauty through VTCT.

We train only from our own well-equipped and well located training centres for ease of finding us. Never from conference suites or hotel rooms. Most centres are only a short walk from public transport links, or with parking on-site or locally. We keep our class sizes small (typically only 2-12 students per tutor) to give you every opportunity to ask questions and get support on your training days.

Our in-house Support Team are available by email during your studies and beyond, to give you the best start to your beauty career. Whether you have questions about the treatment techniques learnt, how to market your business or would like feedback on your first treatment results – our team are happy to help at every step!