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Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 3

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

A career in beauty therapy is an exciting one, with close links to the fashion and hairdressing industries. It is varied and diverse, offering lots of opportunities to learn and develop skills in a range of different areas. If this sounds like the career for you, then this course could be the one!This course offers an exciting progression route for Level 2 beauty therapists wanting to gain employment within the beauty industry. If you are interested in furthering your existing beauty skills by branching into advanced therapies, tanning and semi-permanent individual eyelash extensions, this course is for you. With the opportunity to learn about and work with the latest equipment and techniques, this course will take you on the next step in this ever-evolving industry.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 centred around helping people relax, gain confidence and enriching lives. Completing your Level 3 qualification will allow you to enter the industry with a broad set of skills and a readiness to provide clients with high quality services.

What you need to get on

Entry is by interview and learners should hold a Level 2 in Beauty Therapy qualification.Applicants will need to be able to self-manage and will need a mature and responsible outlook, as much of the delivery will require them to work with a high degree of independence.Some of the products used in the hairdressing and beauty industry contain nuts and therefore this occupation may not be suitable for those people with an allergy to nuts.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

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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