NC Beauty with Aesthetics (Level 5)

Overview

Why Study at West?

Get ready for an exciting career in the Beauty and Aesthetics industry by refining your skills in our sector leading salon facilities. West holds the prestigious title of Dermalogica Centre for Excellence. Our accomplished lecturing team, with diverse experience in luxury brands, spas, and salons, brings extensive business expertise from salon ownership to freelance therapy.

Graduates have successfully secured positions with industry leaders such as The Spa at Blythswood Square, Mar Hall, and The Carrick at Cameron House. West is proud to work in collaboration with leading brands like Caci, Spa Finders, Dermalogica, Mylash, CND, Louella Belle, and Ellisons. The College also competes annually in national competitions, earning accolades such as Gold and Silver at World Skills UK for their outstanding contributions to the industry..

What will I learn?

You'll learn about:

• Waxing Services
• Hand and Foot Treatments
• Nail Art Treatments
• Facial Skin Care Treatments
• Back Neck and Shoulder Massage
• Makeup Skills
• Eye Treatments
• Gel Polish Treatments
• Tip and Overlay Treatments
• Scalp Massage

As Learning requires students to practice on each other, You will need to be prepared to receive all the treatments offered within the course.

What qualifications do I need?

There is no formal entry requirement but you must show you're passionate about beauty therapy and motivated to succeed. A successful informal interview will be required before a place is offered on the course.

What can I do after?

After successfully completing this course you'll have the skills needed to apply for a junior therapist in a beauty salon.

Or you could develop your skills further by studying another course, such as:

• NC Professional Beauty Therapy (SCQF level 6)

SCQF 5

Programme Information

Start: August

Date: June

Duration: 1 year/2.5 days per week

Additional Information

Please note international students are subject to higher fees for all non-commercial courses – visit our Fee Policy for further information