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Beauty Therapy: Introduction to Beauty Therapy, Nails and Make-up Level 1 Full-time (FBEA)

Barnsley College

Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 1
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 02 September 2026
Barnsley College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course is an introduction to beauty therapy. You will learn the skills required to assist Beauty Therapists in their role and carry out treatments within a commercial salon environment.

On this course you will start to build the practical skills and knowledge that you need to start a career in the hair and beauty industry.


Course Details

On this course you will start to build the practical skills and knowledge that you need to start a career in the hair and beauty industry.

Course themes:

  • Contribute to the development of effective working relationships
  • Prepare for and maintain the beauty therapy work area
  • Assist with facial treatments/carry out express facials
  • Assist with nail treatments on the hands and feet, carry out express manicures and pedicures
  • Assist in reception duties

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Courses may be assessed through a variety of methods including coursework, practical or examination. For up to date information please visit www.barnsley.ac.uk

Entry requirements

  • Three GCSEs grade 2 or above including English
  • A positive school report

If you don’t currently meet these entry requirements, you maybe able to study a Level 1 Foundation Learning course.

Equipment required

You will be required to purchase an essential equipment kit, make up kit, uniform, shoes and text book before starting the course which are ordered using the order forms which will be provided at the interview.

Your next steps...

On completion of the programme you may wish to progress to Level 2 Beauty Therapy Level 2 Nail Services, Level 2 Beauty Therapist Apprenticeship or Level 2 Hairdressing.

Additional information


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