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How To Become A Beauty Therapist

31st October 2024 : 04:06pm, by admin

Dreaming of a career where you can help others look and feel their best? At LCBT, we train the next generation of beauty therapists.

Why Choose a Career in Beauty Therapy?

A beauty therapist is more than just a job; it’s a chance to help others feel great while doing something you’re passionate about. Beauty therapists learn a wide range of skills to provide treatments such as facials, nail care, waxing and advanced skincare. The beauty industry is growing, offering a variety career options in salons, spas, hotels, and cruise ships. You could even start your own business!

How do you become a Beauty Therapist?

We offer two pathways to becoming a beauty therapist, depending on your age:

For Ages 16 to 18: Start Your Beauty Therapist Journey

If you’re aged 16-18, our Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy is the perfect starting point. This one-year course is designed for those with no previous experience and teaches you the essential skills you’ll need for a successful career in beauty therapy. You’ll learn popular treatments such as nail care, waxing, and lash and brow treatments, along with essential salon skills like customer service, sales, and marketing.

The course combines classroom learning with hands-on experience in our on-site salon, where you’ll work with real clients. You’ll receive expert guidance and have access to all the tools you need to build your skills and confidence. For information about fees and funding, click here.

Progress on to Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

After completing Level 2, students aged 16-18 can advance to our Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy, where you’ll learn more advanced techniques like massage, facial electrical treatments, and epilation. Throughout this one-year course, you’ll continue practicing and gaining practical experience in LCBT’s on-site salon, working with real clients.

This course prepares you for professional beauty therapist roles, building your confidence through hands-on practice, plus interview and trade test preparation. Upon completion, you’ll be a professional, qualified beauty therapist. For information about fees and funding, click here.

Your Journey to becoming a Beauty Therapist (aged 16-18)

For Ages 19+: Your Journey to Becoming a Beauty Therapist

If you’re 19 or older and have no previous experience, we recommend our 19+ Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy. This programme combines Level 2 and Level 3 skills into one comprehensive course so that you can enter the industry quicker, and provides all the training you need to become a fully qualified beauty therapist, including facial skincare, microdermabrasion and massage techniques. For information about fees and funding, click here.

Your Journey to becoming a Beauty Therapist (aged 19+)

Advance Your Career

Our 19+ CIBATIC Level 4 Aesthetic Practice Diploma is for perfect those already working as a beauty therapist and want to further their skills, expand their services, and increase their earning potential.

This course teaches a range of popular advanced clinical techniques, including chemical peels and micro-needling, providing you with the expertise needed to advance in your career. To enrol, you must have completed your Level 3 qualification and have industry experience.

Are you ready to turn your passion for beauty into a career? Apply today for one of LCBT’s Beauty Therapy Diplomas and start your journey to becoming a professional beauty therapist!

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