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The main purpose of this qualification is to develop hair and beauty skills, techniques and knowledge which will prepare students to progress to the next level of vocational learning. All the units in this qualification directly prepare students for further study in the hair and beauty sector.

This 14-week course is about working with the gel nail system. During the course you will learn how to consult and communicate with your client, analyse their nails and skin, make clear recommendations with a detailed treatment plan, prepare the nail and apply the gel nail system. You will also learn about health, safety and hygiene, which must be adhered to throughout each treatment, and the c...

This course is suited to students interested in a career in the beauty therapy industry. Students will be trained in a realistic working environment in the College’s state of the art salons. Students will experience the normal day-to-day running of a beauty salon and will engage with customers. This will ensure students are ready to begin an exciting journey within the beauty industry and will ...

This course is suited to students interested in a career in the beauty therapy industry. Students will be trained in a realistic working environment in the College’s state of the art salons. Students will experience the normal day-to-day running of a beauty salon and will engage with customers. This will ensure students are ready to begin an exciting journey within the beauty industry and will ...

This course is suited to students interested in learning the skills to carry out the Indian Head Massage Treatment. Students will be trained in a realistic working environment in the college’s state of art salons. Students will experience the commercial salon and will engage with customers. Students who do not hold a qualification in hairdressing/beauty will need to undertake a unit in h...

This course is suited to students interested in advance techniques in the beauty therapy industry. Students will be trained in a realistic working environment in the College’s state of art salons. Students will experience the normal day-to-day running of a beauty salon and will engage with customers and potential employers. This will ensure students are ready to begin an exciting journey within...

This course is suited to students interested in advance techniques in the beauty therapy industry. Students will be trained in a realistic working environment in the College’s state of art salons. Students will experience the normal day-to-day running of a beauty salon and will engage with customers and potential employers. This will ensure students are ready to begin an exciting journey within...

This course provides the knowledge and training on how to consult with the client, and select products appropriate for their skin type, colour, and age. During the course you will cover day, evening, and special occasion make-up. Students will be expected to undertake assessments in a realistic working environment.  Students who do not hold a qualification in hairdressing/b...

This course aims to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of facial treatments in the beauty industry. It also aims to develop practical skills in preforming facial treatments which are aligned to industry standards. Students who do not hold a qualification in hairdressing/beauty will need to undertake a unit in health and safety at an additional fee of £45. Students will be requ...

This course aims to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of management within a hair and beauty context. It also aims to develop students’ skills in a range of hair and beauty services, which are aligned to the needs of employers in the industry. South West College is approved by The Open University as an appropriate organisation to offer higher education programmes l...