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Complete Beauty Therapist Course
The Complete Beauty Therapist Course is a beginner-friendly programme covering facials, body massage, waxing, Builder in a Bottle and gel nail polish, with 10% off a clinical course after completion.
This fast-track course is designed for students who want to enter the beauty industry without completing a full-time college programme.
The theory is completed online before your practical academy sessions. This allows more classroom time for tutor demonstrations and hands-on treatment practice.
No previous beauty experience is required. After successful completion, you will receive a diploma in each included subject.
What Is Included?
The Complete Beauty Therapist Course includes:
- Facial Diploma
- Body Massage Diploma
- Waxing Diploma
- Builder in a Bottle training
- Gel Nail Polish Diploma
You will also study the theory needed to provide these treatments safely and professionally.
Facial Diploma
The Facial Diploma introduces you to professional skincare treatments.
You will learn how to assess the client’s skin and follow a complete facial routine.
The training covers:
- Client consultation
- Skin analysis
- Preparing the treatment area
- Following a facial treatment routine
- Using suitable skincare products
- Maintaining hygiene
- Contraindications
- Homecare and aftercare
Body Massage Diploma
The Body Massage Diploma teaches you how to prepare for and perform a professional massage treatment.
You will study client positioning, consultation, hygiene and safe treatment practice.
The course also explains how to adapt a treatment according to the client’s comfort and needs.
You will learn:
- Treatment preparation
- Client consultation
- Relevant Anatomy and Physiology
- Massage treatment procedures
- Client comfort and positioning
- Contraindications
- Health and safety
- Homecare and aftercare
Waxing Diploma
The Waxing Diploma provides the theory and practical skills needed to add professional waxing to your services.
You will learn how to prepare the treatment area, assess the client and follow safe waxing procedures.
The training covers:
- Client consultation
- Hair and skin knowledge
- Waxing products and equipment
- Preparing the skin
- Safe product application
- Contraindications
- Professional hygiene
- Aftercare advice
Builder in a Bottle Training
Builder in a Bottle, often called BIAB, is used to add structure and strength to the natural nail.
You will learn how to prepare the nails, apply the product and create a neat professional finish.
The training covers:
- Nail consultation
- Natural nail preparation
- Product application
- Building a suitable nail structure
- Curing the product
- Shaping and finishing
- Safe product removal
- Nail aftercare
Gel Nail Polish Diploma
The Gel Nail Polish Diploma teaches you how to apply and remove gel polish professionally.
You will learn how to prepare the natural nail and complete a smooth, long-lasting application.
The training includes:
- Client consultation
- Nail preparation
- Base coat application
- Gel colour application
- Top coat application
- Correct curing
- Neat finishing
- Safe gel removal
- Aftercare advice
Online Beauty Therapy Theory
The theory is completed online before your practical training days.
This gives you time to study the main principles before working with products, tools and equipment at the academy.
The theory covers:
- Relevant Anatomy and Physiology
- Health and safety
- Professional hygiene
- Client consultation
- Contraindications
- Treatment preparation
- Aftercare
- Homecare advice
Client Consultation
A consultation should be completed before every treatment.
You will learn how to discuss:
- The client’s treatment goals
- Relevant medical information
- Allergies and sensitivities
- Medication
- Previous treatments
- Contraindications
- Expected results
- Homecare and aftercare
The consultation helps you decide whether a treatment is suitable or needs to be changed, delayed or refused.
Health, Safety and Hygiene
Safe working practices are covered throughout the programme.
You will learn how to:
- Prepare a clean treatment area
- Clean tools and equipment
- Reduce cross-contamination
- Handle products safely
- Protect the client and therapist
- Dispose of waste correctly
- Keep professional treatment records
Hands-On Practical Training
The academy sessions focus on practical treatment skills.
Your tutor will demonstrate each treatment before you complete supervised practice.
You will receive guidance on:
- Preparing your work area
- Using products and equipment
- Following treatment procedures
- Maintaining client comfort
- Improving your practical technique
- Completing the service professionally
- Giving suitable aftercare advice
What You Will Learn
- Relevant beauty therapy theory
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Client consultation
- Contraindications
- Health and safety
- Professional hygiene
- Facial treatments
- Body massage treatments
- Waxing treatments
- Builder in a Bottle application
- Gel nail polish application
- Treatment preparation
- Client care
- Homecare advice
- Aftercare guidance
Who Is This Course For?
The Complete Beauty Therapist Course is suitable for:
- Complete beginners
- People planning a career change
- Students entering the beauty industry
- People planning to work from home
- Future mobile beauty therapists
- Students planning to open a salon or beauty business
No previous beauty qualification or treatment experience is required.
10% Off a Clinical Course
After completing the Complete Beauty Therapist Course, you will receive 10% off a clinical course.
This provides a progression route for students who later want to expand into more advanced skincare or clinical beauty treatments.
Any additional course remains subject to its own entry requirements.
What Can This Course Lead To?
After successful completion, you may seek suitable insurance and begin working towards offering the included treatments professionally.
Possible career routes include:
- Working in a beauty salon
- Working from a suitable home treatment space
- Providing mobile beauty services
- Starting your own beauty business
- Progressing to further beauty or clinical training
Complete Beauty Therapist Course Details
Suitable For
Complete beginners with no previous beauty experience.
Entry Requirements
No previous qualification is required.
Qualifications
You will receive a diploma in each included subject after successful completion.
- Facial Diploma
- Body Massage Diploma
- Waxing Diploma
- Builder in a Bottle qualification
- Gel Nail Polish Diploma
Course Delivery
The theory is completed online before the practical academy training.
Products and Equipment
The course does not include a take-home kit. The academy provides the products and equipment required during practical training.
Accreditation and Insurance
The course is accredited and designed to support insurance eligibility after successful completion.
Students must arrange suitable professional insurance before offering treatments. Cover remains subject to the insurer’s current terms and qualification requirements.
Training Locations
The practical course is available at our Glasgow and Aberdeen beauty training academies.
Complete Beauty Therapist Course FAQs
Is the Complete Beauty Therapist Course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course is designed for complete beginners, and no previous beauty qualification or treatment experience is required.
Which treatments are included?
The course includes facials, body massage, waxing, Builder in a Bottle and gel nail polish training.
Do I receive a qualification in each subject?
Yes. You will receive a diploma or qualification in each included subject after successful completion.
What should I wear?
Students attending practical training in Glasgow or Aberdeen should wear a beauty tunic, scrubs or suitable all-black clothing.
Do I receive a course kit?
The course does not include a take-home kit. All products and equipment required during practical training are provided by the academy.
Will I need to complete online theory?
Yes. The theory is completed online before the practical academy sessions so that more classroom time can be used for hands-on training.
Do I need to bring models?
Models may be required for practical treatment sessions. Follow the model instructions supplied for your course dates. Contact the academy if you are unable to arrange a suitable model.
Can I work professionally after completing the course?
The course is accredited and designed to support insurance eligibility after successful completion. You must arrange suitable professional insurance before offering treatments.
How does the 10% clinical course discount work?
Students receive 10% off a clinical course after completing the Complete Beauty Therapist Course. The selected clinical course remains subject to its own entry requirements.
Can I film the course?
You may record approved tutor demonstrations for personal learning. You must respect the privacy and consent of tutors, students and models.
What if I cannot find a model?
Try posting in suitable local model groups on social media. Contact the academy near the course date if you are still unable to arrange a suitable model.
What if I change my mind or want to change courses?
The Complete Beauty Therapist Course is non-refundable. Course credit may be offered for a change or cancellation, subject to the academy’s booking terms.
Complete Beauty Therapist Course Details
| Glasgow Class Time |
Day 1: 10.00am – 2.00pm Day 2: 9.00am – 2.00pm Day 3: 9.30am – 5.00pm Day 4: 10.00am – 3.00pm |
|---|---|
| Glasgow Model Requirement |
Day 1: Model required at 10.30am Day 2: Model required at 9.30am Day 3: Model required at 1.30pm Day 4: No model required |
| Aberdeen Class Time |
Day 1: 10.00am – 2.00pm Day 2: 10.00am – 2.00pm Day 3: 9.30am – 5.00pm Day 4: 10.00am – 3.00pm |
| Aberdeen Model Requirement |
Day 1: Model required at 10.30am Day 2: Models required at 10.30am and 1.30pm Day 3: Model required at 1.30pm Day 4: No model required |
Please note: Course times and model times can vary depending on class sizes.
