Course Overview
The VTCT Level 1 Diploma in Beauty Therapy is a qualification that has been specifically designed to introduce you to practical beauty therapy skills. This qualification will develop the knowledge skills to prepare learners for beginning to study as a beauty therapist. Learners will have their beauty therapy skills assessed in a real or realistic working environment.
The qualification also gives opportunities to develop life skills including:
- Time Keeping and time management
- Communication methods
- Customer Service skills
What does this qualification cover?
This qualification is based on the national occupational standards for beauty therapy and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a beauty therapist. Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:
- Presenting a professional image in a salon
- Photographic make-up
- Basic manicure treatment
- Health and safety in the salon
- Salon reception duties
- Nail art application
- Skin care
- Basic make-up application
- Themed face painting
Entry Requirements
You need to demonstrate that you are working GCSE Level 1 (or above) in Maths and English. An interview will be required, and initial assessments/transition visits may form part of the offer process.
If you have taken an alternative educational route and wish to discuss entry to this programme, please contact the college to discuss your individual circumstances.
After Your Course
The primary purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners for study at level 2 and to develop their knowledge and skills further to allow progession.
Fees
£2000.00
The current fee information is related to the 2025/26 academic year.
The fee displayed is the course fee. Course fees are charged per course for full-time students.There may be additional costs associated with this course, including kits, equipment, books, and travel expenses. Financial support may be available to support you with these. See our Student Money pages for more information.
You may qualify for financial support to cover the cost of this government-funded qualification if any of the below apply to you:
- You are aged 16 to 18 on 31st August of the relevant academic year and are not studying at another school or college
- If you do not already have a Level 1 qualification and are under 24 on 31st August of the relevant academic year
- Have a gross annual income of less than GBP25,000 (means-tested benefit or salary)
- Have a household income under GBP35,000 and are in financial hardship (bursary funding)
If your employer is paying the course fee and would like to be invoiced, please let us know.
