Beauty and Make-up NQ
(SCQF level 5)
Beauty and Complementary Therapies, Hospitality and Leisure
COURSE FULL - WAITING LIST ONLY
Mode of Study
Full-time
Start Date
26th Aug 2024, 1 year
Location
City Campus
Overview
An excellent and exciting introduction to beauty and make-up this course provides the qualifications you need to gain a junior role within the Beauty Industry, or entry to higher level courses.
You’ll study basic beauty treatments for face, body and nails, make-up application techniques for the beauty salon and related subjects to National Certificate level.
You'll be taught by a highly motivated team with an excellent range of industrial experience who deliver world-class student focussed learning. The department has been awarded the Herald Look Awards Training Institution of the Year and our students have gained Gold and Silver medals at WorldSkills UK including entry into Squad UK to compete on the world stage.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 5.
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- Three National 4 qualifications; OR
- NPA Cosmetology; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
- Due to European Directive you require to be 16 years of age by 30 September 2024 to undertake this course.
Additional selection requirements
You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we'll make an offer based on your application form.
ESOL entry requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
What you study
You'll study:
- Artificial Nail Tips and Overlay.
- Facial Skin Care.
- Day Make-up and Basic Corrective Make-up.
- Bridal and Evening Make-up.
- Waxing Treatments.
- Eye Enhancements.
- Manicure.
- Applying Practical Skills.
- Selling Skills.
After the course
Careers
This course prepares you with an excellent range of skills for a career in a junior role within the ever expanding beauty sector.
Continuing Study
Students can apply for NQ Beauty Therapy (SCQF Level 6), NQ Wellness Therapies (SCQF Level 6), NQ Make-up Artistry (SCQF Level 6), HNC Fashion Make-up (SCQF Level 7).
Teaching
How the course is taught
The course is a blend of both theory and practical subjects. Committed to helping you achieve your full potential, the teaching team employ a wide range of blended teaching methods to ensure that you are engaged at all levels of study and are supported in every aspect of your educational experience.
This is a full-time course with additional home study.
Assessment methods
Assessments are ongoing and cover both theory and practical elements of the course.
Additional Information
Materials
- Student Kit.
- Student uniform.
Dress code
You will wear a uniform to reflect industry standards.
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Mode of Study:
Full-time
Full-time
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Start Date:
26th Aug 2024, 1 year
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Location:
City Campus