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Level 1 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

This course is the perfect Introduction to a career in Beauty Therapy, nail services or make up. You will learn a variety of practical and social skills to build your confidence and abilities with clients as well as preparing you for a progression to Level 2 the following year.

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Study Mode:

  • Full time

Location:

  • Dunfermline City Campus
  • Kirkcaldy

Start Date:

Duration:

  • One year full-time
  • Your timetable will be 2 or 2 and a half days per week in College
  • Your timetable may include twilight/evening sessions

Who is this course for?

  • Ideal for a school leaver or anyone who is coming back to education

What skills will I learn?

  • You will develop your communication and confidence.
  • Your practical and consultation skills will grow as well as your manual dexterity and interpersonal skills.

What will I study?

  • Working with others
  • Basic Pedicure
  • Basic Manicure
  • Make-up
  • Nail Art
  • Face Painting
  • Skin Care
  • Health & Safety
  • Beauty Images
  • Basic Anatomy
  • Client Care and Consultation

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • Progression to SCQF level 5 in Beauty
  • Nail services
  • Complementary Therapies or Make up

What career opportunities are there?

  • Working in a Salon, Spa or Nail Salon. After completing further training you would be ready to work on Cruise ships, Theatre work or perhaps being a senior therapist or Spa Manager.