Beauty Therapy
This programme module leading to the following ITEC Awards
L3 Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments 603/4052/6 – iBT3D15
L2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists iBT2D7 – 603/4034/4
The ITEC Beauty Therapy Awards listed in this programme are vocational qualifications recognised by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) within the UK Qualifications and Credit Framework. They focus on a range of practical skills and underpinning knowledge required in the Beauty Therapy Industry.
The aim of this training programme is to enable candidates to acquire the skills, knowledge and attitudes to work effectively as a beauty therapist. The programme aims to enable the learner through practical experience to integrate the theoretical and practical aspects of working in the beauty industry.
Target Award
ITEC Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments – 603/4052/6
Start Date: 01-09-2025 Hours/week: 23 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 38 weeks
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
Previously achieved an ITEC or equivalent award in a Beauty Therapy field
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners)
*Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Not necessary but any previous experience in a salon would be an advantage.
Previous Experience
Not necessary but any previous experience in a salon would be an advantage.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC – Professional Conduct and Business Awareness – Level 2 | Professional Conduct & Business Awareness (F/617/7256) | ITEC |
| ITEC – Facial Electrical Treatments | Facial Electrical Treatments (M/617/7253) | ITEC |
| ITEC – Manicure and Pedicure | Manicure & Pedicure (H/617/7251) | ITEC |
| ITEC – Make Up | Make-up (D/617/7250) | ITEC |
| ITEC – Skincare and Eye Treatments | Skincare & Eye Treatments (K/617/7249) | ITEC |
| ITEC – Waxing | Waxing (K/617/7252) | ITEC |
| ITEC – Anatomy And Physiology | Anatomy & Physiology (T/503/1376) | ITEC |
| CIDESCO – Nutrition – Diet | Beauty Therapy Diploma (CID-BTD) | CIDESCO |
| Safety at Work | Safety at Work (8065-202) | City & Guilds |
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work independently in providing beauty therapy treatments in a variety of contexts and or to progress to further and or higher education and training