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Overview
This qualification forms part of a complete programme which will help to develop the necessary skills and knowledge required to succeed in the wider world of work. Training will take place in our well-equipped, modern salons, with instruction from our team of highly skilled, qualified and supportive tutors.
How you’ll learn
10 Units
Mandatory units
- Monitor and Maintain health and safety practices in the salon
- Maintain Personal Health and Wellbeing
- Client care and communications in beauty related industries
- Apply and maintain nail enhancements
- Provide Manicure treatments
- Provide Pedicure treatments
Optional Units
- Design and Apply Nail Art
- Enhance nails using electric files
- Promote and sell products & services to clients
- Display products and services to clients
Additional Units
Lash and Brow treatments
Entry and progression
What you need and where it leads
- Entry requirements
- This course Level 3
- Further study
Entry requirements
GCSE in English or maths
Not sure you meet these? Talk to us and we will help you find the right starting point.
Careers it can lead to
- Beauticians and Related Occupations £12.24 an hour
- Hairdressers and Barbers £12.22 an hour
- With further study or experience Hairdressing and Beauty Salon Managers and Proprietors £29,400 a year
Typical pay is the UK median for each job (Lightcast, October 2026).
Life on the course
See what it’s really like
Student Voice
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With the support and opportunities provided by staff and tutors, I developed valuable skills through interview preparation and guidance. This gave me the confidence to go self-employed and enter the beauty industry with assurance in my work.
For parents and carers
Supporting your child’s journey
A Friendly, Welcoming Place
Students are often surprised by how friendly and welcoming college is. It's a supportive community where they'll build genuine friendships and feel part of something.
About student lifeQualifications That Count
These are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
See the full unit listGCSE Support Built In
If your child needs to resit GCSE English or Maths, it's built into the timetable, not bolted on as an extra. They'll get structured support alongside their main course.
About student supportLearning Support
If your child has additional learning needs, our support team works with them from day one. Adjustments are put in place early so they can get the most out of their course.
About learning supportYour next step
Apply now, come and see us first, or ask us anything.
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FE Open Event – 12th January 202712th January 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Got a question?
Ask us about the course, entry requirements or funding.
Call 0800 358 7575
What happens after you apply
1
You apply
Apply online and you’ll get a confirmation email.
2
You meet your tutor
We’ll invite you to an interview to talk through the course and your plans, and make sure it’s right for you.
3
You get an offer
We’ll email you a conditional or unconditional offer.
4
You get ready to start
Come to a taster session in the summer, then enrol in August, bringing your results.