This course is suited to those who have already completed VTCT Level 2 in Facials or Beauty Therapy. This can be booked to be completed alongside the Level 3 as 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.
Following the 2 consecutive days of practical training included in this package, you’ll achieve The Beauty Academy Diploma which is accredited by Associated Beauty Therapists (ABT) allowing you to immediately gain insurance & begin offering treatments to clients, while still working towards your VTCT qualification.
Upon completion of training days, coursework (written & practical work), online written exams & practical assessment days; you’ll achieve a VTCT Qualification. VTCT qualifications are OFQUAL regulated, internationally recognised & widely accepted for licensing & insurance.
You will have up to 12 months to complete this qualification in full.
The course is completed on a flexible, fast track basis. Most of the study is completed from home, when convenient for you.
You’ll access extensive learning resources including step by step treatment videos & e-manuals online via our portal.
Attend for 2 consecutive days of practical training at our centre (you choose the training start date when booking).
Month 1-3: complete written coursework online, from home flexibly guided by a comprehensive e-textbook provided on our portal with up to 3 months to complete this.
Month 1-6: Complete 3 case study ‘scenarios’ with forms only (you do not need to carry out the treatments at home), with up to 6 months to complete this.
Month 7-9: Complete your multiple-choice written exams online from home via the VTCT exam website. Usually booked 2-6 weeks ahead.
Month 8-12: Complete up to 2 days of practical assessment at our centre, bringing along female models (3 models required in total). You will also require basic products/tools for each day. Practical assessments are only available at our Clapham Junction, Birmingham & Manchester centres. Dates run quarterly at our centres only, subject to availability, allowing you to complete within your 12 month enrolment period.
Units covered within this qualification are:
- UV30403 Provide facial electrotherapy treatments
- UV30430 Apply micro dermabrasion
- UV30456 Dermatology and microbiology
- UV30468 Client care and communication in beauty-related industries
- UV30491 Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
- Get qualified on a flexible basis with much of the learning completed when convenient for you, online 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.
For training days, you will need to bring cold food (salad / sandwich for lunch).
You will need to bring 2 large, clean towels to the Facial Massage & Skincare, Beginners Waxing & Manicure and Pedicure Course for your personal use during treatments.
No products / tools are required for training days as everything is provided for your use at the centre.
No models are required for training days as you’ll work in pairs with another student to give & receive treatments.
At home, you will not need to practice or carry out any treatments at home so won’t need any kit at home for this course. You will need basic facial skincare products for your practial assessment days to cleanse & prepare your models’ skin for the electrical facials. Guidance will be given on training days about kits / suppliers so no need to buy these before attending your training days.
Training for this course is available at our Clapham Junction, Birmingham & Manchester only.
Practical assessments are only available at our Clapham Junction, Birmingham & Manchester centres.
Upon completion of this course you can:
- Start your own business offering your nail treatments from home or mobile.
- Gain employment in a salon, spa or even on a cruise liner.
- Take further beauty courses to learn additional beauty treatments such as Level 3 Award in Anatomy & Physiology.
- Complete the VTCT Level 3 Award in Education & Training to work as a beauty educator.
VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Facial Electrotherapy (500/8961/4)
Pre-requirement for this course: VTCT Level 2 in Facials or Beauty Therapy. Can be booked to be completed alongside the Level 3 as required.
Fast Track, Flexible VTCT Training
VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Facial Electrotherapy carries 27 credits.
This qualification is ideal for anyone looking to begin a career specialising in providing advanced facial skincare treatments. It can be completed as a standalone beauty qualification to work within the beauty industry or as an entry into more advanced beauty / aesthetics training.You will have up to 12 months to complete this qualification, with much of the study completed on a fast track, flexible basis from home.
This is an internationally recognised and regulated, RQF Qualification.
You will have up to 12 months to complete this qualification, with much of the study completed on a fast track, flexible basis from home.
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This course is suited to those who have already completed VTCT Level 2 in Facials or Beauty Therapy. This can be booked to be completed alongside the Level 3 as 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.
Following the 2 consecutive days of practical training included in this package, you’ll achieve The Beauty Academy Diploma which is accredited by Associated Beauty Therapists (ABT) allowing you to immediately gain insurance & begin offering treatments to clients, while still working towards your VTCT qualification.
Upon completion of training days, coursework (written & practical work), online written exams & practical assessment days; you’ll achieve a VTCT Qualification. VTCT qualifications are OFQUAL regulated, internationally recognised & widely accepted for licensing & insurance.
You will have up to 12 months to complete this qualification in full.
The course is completed on a flexible, fast track basis. Most of the study is completed from home, when convenient for you.
You’ll access extensive learning resources including step by step treatment videos & e-manuals online via our portal.
Attend for 2 consecutive days of practical training at our centre (you choose the training start date when booking).
Month 1-3: complete written coursework online, from home flexibly guided by a comprehensive e-textbook provided on our portal with up to 3 months to complete this.
Month 1-6: Complete 3 case study ‘scenarios’ with forms only (you do not need to carry out the treatments at home), with up to 6 months to complete this.
Month 7-9: Complete your multiple-choice written exams online from home via the VTCT exam website. Usually booked 2-6 weeks ahead.
Month 8-12: Complete up to 2 days of practical assessment at our centre, bringing along female models (3 models required in total). You will also require basic products/tools for each day. Practical assessments are only available at our Clapham Junction, Birmingham & Manchester centres. Dates run quarterly at our centres only, subject to availability, allowing you to complete within your 12 month enrolment period.
Units covered within this qualification are:
- UV30403 Provide facial electrotherapy treatments
- UV30430 Apply micro dermabrasion
- UV30456 Dermatology and microbiology
- UV30468 Client care and communication in beauty-related industries
- UV30491 Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
- Get qualified on a flexible basis with much of the learning completed when convenient for you, online 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.
For training days, you will need to bring cold food (salad / sandwich for lunch).
You will need to bring 2 large, clean towels to the Facial Massage & Skincare, Beginners Waxing & Manicure and Pedicure Course for your personal use during treatments.
No products / tools are required for training days as everything is provided for your use at the centre.
No models are required for training days as you’ll work in pairs with another student to give & receive treatments.
At home, you will not need to practice or carry out any treatments at home so won’t need any kit at home for this course. You will need basic facial skincare products for your practial assessment days to cleanse & prepare your models’ skin for the electrical facials. Guidance will be given on training days about kits / suppliers so no need to buy these before attending your training days.
Training for this course is available at our Clapham Junction, Birmingham & Manchester only.
Practical assessments are only available at our Clapham Junction, Birmingham & Manchester centres.
Upon completion of this course you can:
- Start your own business offering your nail treatments from home or mobile.
- Gain employment in a salon, spa or even on a cruise liner.
- Take further beauty courses to learn additional beauty treatments such as Level 3 Award in Anatomy & Physiology.
- Complete the VTCT Level 3 Award in Education & Training to work as a beauty educator.

















































