Beauty Therapy NQ
(SCQF level 6)
Beauty and Complementary Therapies, Hospitality and Leisure
Mode of Study
Full-time
Start Date
25th Aug 2025, 1 year
Location
City Campus
Applications from International Students Welcome
Overview
The Beauty Industry offers exciting career opportunities, and this course will provide you with the practical skills and detailed theoretical knowledge required for a wide variety of roles, and/or possible entry to higher level courses.
You'll study a selection of the most popular beauty treatments, plus all the essential related subjects, required to achieve this qualification. Amongst other subjects, you will study make-up, body massage, facials and a variety of popular nail treatments such as gel nail extensions. Work experience is also included, giving you a real insight into a variety of activities involved in the beauty industry.
The course is delivered by our dedicated lecturing team, who have high-level skills and wide experience within the beauty profession.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 6.
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- Four National 5 qualifications at Grade C or above; OR
- NC Beauty Care and Make-Up SCQF Level 5; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
- Due to European Directive you require to be 16 years of age by 30 September 2025 to undertake this course.
- You must provide a strong personal statement on your application.
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.
There will be information session dates available and you will be invited to attend.
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
Units on the course include:-
- Current Creative Make-up Trends.
- Current Trends.
- Gel Nails.
- Facial Techniques.
- Facial Treatment Packages.
- Body Massage.
- Depilation.
- Eye Enhancements.
- Manicure & Pedicure.
- Anatomy and Physiology.
- Face and Body Electrotherapy: an Introduction.
- Commercial Experience.
- Manicure and Pedicure.
You must be willing to take part in all treatments taught on the course.
Through treatment practice sessions, you'll gain experience and confidence working with clients.
After the course
Careers
This course prepares you for a variety of career opportunities in the Beauty Industry. This may involve employment in beauty salons or spas and could involve the specialisms of nail and eye treatments or make-up. There are also opportunities in retailing, and for self-employment.
Continuing Study
Students can apply to progress to HND Beauty Therapy (SCQF Level 8), HNC Fashion Make-Up (SCQF Level 7), HND Make-up Artistry TV, Film and Theatre (SCQF Level 8).
Teaching
How the course is taught
A variety of learning and teaching methods are used to deliver practical and theory-based subjects, in fully equipped treatment rooms, and IT enabled classrooms.
You'll carry out practical work on a diverse range of clients, and will also be required to model for treatments yourself. It is essential that you are keen to learn about the beauty industry and have all treatments in the curriculum done as well as delivering them.
Assessment methods
The course utilises a variety of assessment methods, including practical observation, case study compilation, research projects and closed book theory papers.
Additional study and practice at home is required.
Additional Information
Materials
A kit and uniform is required for this course. Information will be provided once successful students have accepted their place and are pre-enrolled. All other materials for the course will be provided.
Dress code
For practical class, the College approved uniform must be worn, with suitable footwear (details will be supplied).
Longer hair must be tied back, no jewellery on hands or arms, and nails must be short and unvarnished.
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Mode of Study:
Full-time
Full-time
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Start Date:
25th Aug 2025, 1 year
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Location:
City Campus
Applications from International Students Welcome