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SVQ 3 IN BEAUTY THERAPY AT SCQF LEVEL 6 (VTCT)

  • Start date:   August 2026
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 6
  • Course Type:   Full-time

SVQ 3 IN BEAUTY THERAPY AT SCQF LEVEL 6 (VTCT)

Please note: This course is now full. If you apply, you will receive an email confirming that the course is full. Should a place become available, we will contact you, but we cannot guarantee this. Some courses still have availability- please check our website for the most up-to-date information on course availability. Alternatively, you can contact our Enquiries and Admissions team at choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk

 

Take your beauty therapy skills to the next level with the SVQ Level 3 in Beauty Therapy.

This course is aimed at those looking to refine their expertise and pursue higher-level roles in the beauty industry.

This advanced qualification offers in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in more complex and specialised treatments.

Start date – August 2026
End date – June 2027
SCQF Level - 6
Mode – Full time
Duration - One academic year

  • SVQ LEVEL 3 BEAUTY THERAPY

    What this course includes

    By completing the SVQ Level 3 in Beauty Therapy, you'll gain the qualifications and confidence to excel in the competitive beauty industry. 

    Apply today and take the next step towards your future. 

    What the course includes: 

    • Facial electrotherapy treatments 
    • Body electrotherapy treatments 
    • Body massage 
    • Client care and communication 
    • Health and safety 
    • Provide tanning services 
    • Contribute to the effective running of business 
    • Commercial salon 
    • Stone therapy treatments 
    • Aromatherapy using pre blended oils 
    • Anatomy and physiology will be embedded into each unit

Why choose this course

The VTCT units undertaken within this course are current, industry related and recognised by employers and insurance companies.

You will have the opportunity to train & use professional skin care brand Eve Taylor when performing face & body treatments. This course includes practical demonstrations and lectures whilst working in our realistic salons which are fully equipped to perform treatments.

You will learn skills by initially practicing on each other prior to completing on clients once confident.

There are opportunities to participate in workshops with guest speakers and industry experts.

We work closely with industry partners to offer potential employment opportunities.

Entry requirements

This course is a progression only course. To gain entry to this course, you must hold a VTCT SVQ2 award in beauty therapy. 

If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 minimum grade C is an entry requirement for this course.

  • Where it leads

    Education: HNC beauty therapy.

    Employment: qualified beauty therapist working as an employee within the beauty/ spa industry, or self-employment.

Interview arrangements

The interview involves:

  • Welcome and course information
  • Individual interview
  • Written task
  • Trade test

Fees, finance and funding

There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds. Click here to find out more.

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