Hair and Beauty
Beauty Care & Make Up (SCQF 5)
Campus Granton Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Full time
Duration 41 weeks
Start date
Aug 2023
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Course overview
This 36-week course is an exciting insight into the Beauty industry and a great starting point for school leavers with National 5 qualifications.
The course introduces the basic beauty skills you need for entry into the industry with practical and theory units covering Facial skin care, Waxing, Massage techniques, Manicure, Pedicure, Nail Art, Make-Up, and Customer Care.
You will work in our salons and studios which will give you valuable practical experience in realistic environments. You will be assessed on your practical abilities along with written assessment criteria where applicable.
On successful completion of this course, you can apply for the NC Level 6 Beauty Care.
Please note:
- There is an additional cost for course kit, uniforms and books which must be purchased prior to starting the course
- Some theory will be delivered online - you will be required to have access to IT to enable you to complete this part of the course e.g. laptop, Pc, iPhone, Android phone
If you are interested in being a model for our students or want to try out our star facilities before beginning your studying journey, simply book in for a treatment.
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What you will learn
- Facial Skincare
- Day Make-up and Basic Corrective Make-Up
- Bridal and Evening Make-up
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Nail Art freehand
- Waxing Treatments
- Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage
- Massage Techniques
- Practical Salon Skills
- Portfolio presentation
- Selling skills
Placement information
- There is no work placement required for this course, however you will be working on clients in our realistic employability salons and studios.
How the course is assessed
- All practical assessments are carried out on paying clients within our salons.
- Assessment of theory will include portfolio building and open and closed book assessments.
Number of days per week
- 2-3 days per week (between 9-5 pm) plus one evening (4:30-8:00pm)
Entry requirements
- All applicants must be 16 years of age or older before the start date of the course and must hold:
- A minimum of four National 4s or qualification at SCQF Level 4 or equivalent preferably in English and Biology
- Mature returners entry with a successful interview
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- Please include a strong personal statement as part of your application which explains your reasons for wanting to be on the course. Once completed we will review your personal statement in conjunction with the rest of your application.
- If you meet the above criteria will be invited to an information session and interview to discuss your application
NB The formal interview has a scoring criterion based on - communication skills and interview responses
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English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- NC Level 6 Beauty Therapy (36-week course the following year)
Career options
- This course allows further progression to our NC Level 6 Beauty Care
- You will gain some practical skills to work within a Beauty Salon as a Junior Beauty Therapist
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Full time | 28/08/23 | 41 Weeks |
