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Beauty Therapy Certificate Level 1

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 1Stepping stonesCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

If you have an existing passion and interest in the beauty industry, this course could be your first step to joining a dynamic, ever-evolving industry. The Level 1 qualification is for those who did not receive grade 4 or above in their English and Maths GCSEs, and the course gives you the chance to re-sit these alongside your studies at college.This programme provides an ideal introduction to the world of Beauty Therapy, allowing learners to develop and gain knowledge and understanding of how the industry works. You will be given hands-on experience with a range of products and techniques to develop your practical skills within this industry. As a practical course underpinned by a theoretical background, the skills that are learned will be taught through a variety of situations in the salon and in theory lessons.Throughout the year there are many exciting opportunities to get involved in and showcase your new skills, from fundraising and charity events and national and in-house competitions.Beauty therapy can lead you into a rewarding career centered around helping people relax, gain confidence and enriching lives. If this sounds good to you, take your first steps to start your beauty therapy career with us.

What you need to get on

Entry is by interview. All applicants should show a keen interest in the beauty industry and be post 16 years. Some of the products used in the beauty industry contain nuts and therefore this occupation may not be suitable for those people with an allergy to nuts. This course is designed to introduce the foundation skills in beauty therapy to enable progression onto the L2 Technical Certificate in Beauty Therapy.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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