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Hair and Beauty

Lash and Brow Aesthetics

Campus Milton Road Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 6

Study mode Evening

Duration 20 weeks

Start date Jan 2024

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Course overview

This exciting new 18-week lash and brow course is a perfect introduction to the beauty industry. You will gain knowledge, understanding and essential practical skills in lash lifting with tinting, single eyelash extensions, eyebrow waxing and shaping, brow artistry techniques and brow lamination.

We have designed this course due to industry demand for these services.

This course is SQA and ABT Accredited 

Please Note:

  • The cost of the course is £450 - this includes the cost of the Kit and must be paid prior to the start of 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

We also ask all students to adhere to the dress code for the department as follows:

  • Black Trousers
  • Black T-Shirt
  • Black Shoes

Edinburgh College is the first flagship Vocational Training Charitable Trust (VTCT) College in Scotland. Training at Edinburgh College will enhance your employability prospects as we have an exceptional standard of facilities and highly qualified lecturers. You will work in our salons and studios providing a realistic industry environment. This training will give you valuable practical experience and is a stepping stone towards a fulfilling career as a lash and brow therapist. You will undertake vital employment experience in our evening salons. 

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.

Hair Salons, Beauty Salons and Barbershop | Edinburgh College

What you will learn

  • Contemporary Eye treatments - you will carry out eyebrow waxing and semi-permanent single eyelash applications using the correct products and techniques. - SCQF Level 5
  • Brow Artistry (ABT Accredited)
  • Brow Lamination (ABT Accredited)
  • Lash Lifting (ABT Accredited)

Placement information

  • There is no work placement required for this course.

How the course is assessed

  • You will be assessed on your occupational competence along with SQA assessments.
  • All practical assessments are carried out on paying clients within our salons.
  • A lot of the theoretical aspects of the course are carried out online.

Number of days per week

  • 1 evening per week for 18 weeks 6:00-8:30 pm – Thursday
  • Plus 6 hours of self-directed study

Entry requirements

  • All applicants must be 18 years of age or older before the start date of the course and have paid for the course in full

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

  • There is no formal interview process, however, all applicants must be 18 years of age or older before the start date of the course and have paid for the course in full

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • On completion of this course, you will be fully qualified to carry out Eye Enhancement and brow services in the industry as a Lash & Brow Technician or progress to further your studies with our Full-Time Beauty, Spa, Complementary Therapies and/or other short courses 

Career options

  • Employment as a Lash & Brow Technician in the Beauty Industry
  • Self-employed to carry out Lash & Brow treatments 
  • Further your studies with our Full-Time Beauty, Spa, Complementary Therapies and/or other short courses 

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date Duration
Milton Road Campus Evening 25/01/24 20 Weeks

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