VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Beauty Therapy Studies (Massage) (VRQ) course

Ofqual / government regulated qualification

Exam board: VTCT (Vocational training & charitable trust)

VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Beauty Therapy Studies (Massage) (VRQ) course

The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies (Massage) is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills by achieving mandatory units in

body massage, health and safety and client care and communication, provide body massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oil, Indian head massage and stone therapy massage.

Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of how to monitor and maintain health and safety practices in a salon environment, and how to communicate and provide excellent client care in beauty related

industries.

You will also develop underpinning knowledge and understanding of the practical skills gained throughout this qualification.

The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills in beauty therapy to a high level of occupational ability, to enable you to perform your own massage therapy services.

This qualification is completed through the exam board - The VTCT (Vocational training and charitable trust); and is Ofqual regulated.

Course information

Venue & course dates:

Scroll down the page for details of venue, course dates and to book the course

Pre-requisite / Entry level:

None

Course format:

10 practical (classroom) training / assessment / exam days + online learning modules + case studies

+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)

Course content:

UV30491 Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
UV30468 Client care and communication in beauty-related industries
UV30424 Provide body massage
UV30475 Apply stone therapy massage
UV30574 Provide Indian head massage
UV30425 Provide massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils

Duration:

GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 330. (GLH incl’s. practical, coursework, case studies, assessments, research/reading, revision, written exams)
Home study (Coursework): This is completed in your own time
Practical Training: Please check out our current course dates on our website for the practical training element, additional dates can be supplied.

Attendance:

10 classroom days (ALL dates must be attended)

+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)

Model required:

Yes, you will be required to work on models to carry out your case studies at home.
You may be required to bring a model for one to one training, and for your assessments

Case Studies:

You must carry out and document evidence of a minimum of 4 treatments per subject

Exam board:

VTCT - Vocational training & charitable trust

(Ofqual / government regulated - www.vtct.org.uk)

Career potential:

Massage therapist - employed or self-employed, working in a salon or spa or as a home / mobile therapist.

How this could benefit your clients:

Help clients with muscular tension, relaxation and stress relief through swedish massage, pre-blended aromatherapy massage, stone therapy massage or Indian head massage

Additional Costs:

You will need to purchase your own products & kits to bring to the training & in order to carry out your case studies, ie Massage oil such as grapeseed oil, pre-blended oils for relaxation, uplifting and anti-cellulite; hot stones & heater, cold stones & cooling device

Qualification gained:

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies (Massage) (VRQ)

Qualification reference:

VTCT code: AB30495

Qulaification no: 600/8664/6

This qualification is mapped to the relevant NOS (National Occupational Standards), where applicable. This qualification is accredited on the qualifications and credit framework (QCF). This qualification is a VRQ (Vocationally Related Qualification.)

This qualification is approved and supported by the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA), the standard setting body for hair, beauty, nails and spa qualifications.

Insurance:

Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)

Check out our Insurance page, if you are looking for insurance.

Course dates & venues

This course is available at the following venues:

Venue:

Bideford, Devon

Course Dates (10 days):

ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED

Jan '25 - Tues 7th, Tues 14th, Mon 20th;

Feb '25 - Sat 1st, Mon 24th;

March '25 - Mon 10th;

April '25 - Mon 28th;

May '25 - Mon 12th, Thurs 22nd;

June '25 - Thurs 19th;

+ monthly live zoom video coursework support lessons (dates tbc)

View our course calendar here

Course calendar

DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE

Course Fee

£1,997

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Course curriculum

1

Section 1 - Welcome to the course
- Copyright
- Module 1 - Welcome to the course
- Module 2 - Course format
- Module 3 - Practical training & assessment days
- Module 4 - Course Introduction
- Module 5 - Preparing your E-Portfolio
- Module 6 - VTCT Assessment logbook
- Module 7 - Knowledge assignment questions (coursework)
- Module 8 - Case studies
- Module 9 - Assessments
- Module 10 - Exams
- Module 11 - Induction
- Module 12 - Checklist
2

Section 2 - Routines and case studies (downloadable)
- Module 1 - The routines - Downloadable notes
- Module 2 - Case studies (downloadable form)
3

Section 2A - Swedish / pre-blended aromatherapy massage routine videos & audio lesson
- Module 1 - Audio lesson
- Module 2 - Body massage routine video
- Module 3 - Facial massage routine video
4

Section 2B - Stone therapy massage routine videos & audio lesson
- Module 1 - Audio lesson
- Module 2 - Hot stones massage routine video
5

Section 2C - Indian head massage routine video & audio lesson
- Module 1 - Audio lesson
- Module 2 - Indian head massage routine video
6

Section 2D - Treatment audio lessons
- Module 1 - Audio lesson - Treatment preparation
- Module 2 - Audio lesson - Contra-indications
- Module 3 - Audio lesson - Contra-actions
- Module 4 - Audio lesson - Aftercare
- Module 5 - Audio lesson - Evaluating & completing a treatment
7

Section 3 - Unit UV30491 - Monitor health and safety unit
- Introduction
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to carry out a risk assessment
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to monitor health and safety in the salon
8

Section 4 - Unit UV30468 - Client care unit
- Introduction
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to communicate and behave in a professional manner when dealing with clients
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to manage client expectations
9

Section 5 - Unit UV30424 - Body massage unit
- Introduction
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to prepare for a body massage treatment
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to provide a body massage treatment
10

Section 6 - Unit UV30425 - Massage using pre-blend oils - CURRENTLY BEING UPDATED
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to prepare for massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to carry out massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils
11

Section 7 - Unit UV30475 - Stone therapy massage unit - CURRENTLY BEING UPDATED
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to prepare for stone therapy massage services
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to carry out stone therapy massage
12

Section 8 - UV30574 - Indian head massage unit - CURRENTLY BEING UPDATED
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to prepare for Indian head massage
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to provide Indian head massage
13

Section 9 - Revision activities - CURRENTLY BEING UPDATED
- Body massage revision paper 1
- Body massage revision paper 2
- Pre-blended aromatherapy massage revision paper 1
- Pre-blended aromatherapy massage revision paper 2
- Stone therapy massage revision paper 1
- Stone therapy massage revision paper 2
- Indian head massage revision

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