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Beauty Therapies

If you want to learn the skills to enter the growing beauty and wellness industry you’re in the right place.

We’ll get you work ready with the skills and experience you need to work in theatre or TV, cruise ships, or at top end spa resorts, as well as salons at home or abroad. 

You’ll have real work experience with paying clients in our Image Centre salons, using the latest industry tech equipment.

Our tutors have a lifetime of experience working with a range of clients in lots of different settings.  You’ll train using the latest techniques and products at the forefront of the wellness industry, with a strong ethos of developing responsible futures.

Why train with us?

  • Our Image Centres are fully equipped with nail, beauty and makeup studios and the latest high-end products.
  • Exclusive partnerships and training with Crown, NSI, Peaches & Cream, Crystal Clear and Tatti Lahes.
  • We’ll support you to enter regional and national competitions such as National WorldSkills, where many former students have achieved success.
  • Feel part of our professional team wearing your beauty industry uniform.
  • Progression routes from Levels 1-3.
  • Internation trips to spa destinations.
  • Visiting makeup artists include Mr Dashbo.

Your future career

  • Beauty Therapist
  • Holistic Therapist
  • Makeup Artist
  • Massage Therapist
  • Nail Technician
  • Salon Manager
  • Teacher, Assessor or Trainer
  • Theatre / TV Makeup Artist
16-18 Apprenticeships Adults
I Am
16-18
Introduction to the Beauty Sector Diploma
The Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Beauty Sector, a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills through introducing you to the beauty...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Parsons Walk Campus
Level: Level 1
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Beauty Therapy Studies Diploma
Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology.

You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Leigh Campus, Parsons Walk Campus
Level: Level 2
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Hair and Media Make-Up Studies Diploma
Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology.

You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Parsons Walk Campus
Level: Level 2
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Nail Technology Certificate
Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills in: how to provide and maintain nail enhancements and manicure treatments
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Certificate
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Leigh Campus
Level: Level 2
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Beauty Therapy Treatments Diploma
Underpinning this qualification you will develop advanced knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology.

You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this qualification....
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Leigh Campus
Level: Level 3
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Nail Services NVQ Diploma
The structure of this qualification provides you with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career as a nail technician.
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Leigh Campus
Level: Level 3
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Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair and Media Make-Up Diploma
The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills as a professional make-up artist working with performers to a high level of occupational ability, to enable you to provide...
Student Type: 16-18 year olds
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Campus: Parsons Walk Campus
Level: Level 3
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I Am an
Adult Learner
Chemical skin peels
This course is an introduction to skin peels. Chemical peel procedures apply a chemical solution to the skin which helps remove the top layers. The skin then grows back smoother....
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Entry Level
Campus: Leigh Campus
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Dermaplaning
This course is an introduction to Dermaplaning. Dermaplaning is an exfoliating treatment that removes peach fuzz and dead skin by using a scalpel.
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Entry Level
Campus: Leigh Campus
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Hopi Ear candling
This course is an introduction to Hopi ear candling. Hopi is a non-invasive treatment ideal for ear, nose or throat problems
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Entry Level
Campus: Parsons Walk Campus
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Microneedling
This course is an introduction to micro needling. Micro needling involves pricking the skin with tiny sterilised needles to boost collagen and elastin production which will fight lines and wrinkles.
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Entry Level
Campus: Leigh Campus
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Introduction to the Beauty Sector Diploma
The Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Beauty Sector, a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills through introducing you to the beauty...
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 1
Campus: Parsons Walk Campus
View Course
Beauty Therapy Studies Diploma
Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology.

You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this...
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 2
Campus: Leigh Campus, Parsons Walk Campus
View Course
Hair and Media Make-Up Studies Diploma
Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology.

You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this...
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 2
Campus: Parsons Walk Campus
View Course
Nail Technology Certificate
Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills in: how to provide and maintain nail enhancements and manicure treatments
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Certificate
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 2
Campus: Leigh Campus
View Course
Beauty Therapy Treatments Diploma
Underpinning this qualification you will develop advanced knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology.

You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this qualification....
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 3
Campus: Leigh Campus
View Course
Nail Services NVQ Diploma
The structure of this qualification provides you with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career as a nail technician.
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 3
Campus: Leigh Campus
View Course
Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair and Media Make-Up Diploma
The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills as a professional make-up artist working with performers to a high level of occupational ability, to enable you to provide...
Student Type: Adults
Qualification: Diploma
Study Mode: Full Time
Level: Level 3
Campus: Parsons Walk Campus
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Apprenticeship
Beauty Therapist Apprenticeship
A Beauty therapist works in one of the largest, trusted, professional and continually expanding industries within the Hair and Beauty Sector. The work environment can be varied in size, style...
Student Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification: Other
Study Mode: Part Time
Level: Level 2
Campus: Parsons Walk Campus
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