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Welcome to our higher level study courses. These advanced
level courses are designed for students wishing to study at a higher level than
our standard level 3 study programmes and are intended to suit students whom
already have some background knowledge in the relative field, either from self
interest, employment in the related area, or from previous study.
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COURSE TITLE |
CODE |
PRICE |
| HIGHER
DIPLOMA IN BEAUTY THERAPY, HAIR AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY AND COMPLEMENTARY
THERAPIES |
HDBTY |
£325 |
| €485* |
| $585* |
This high level course is intended to
provide a comprehensive training in the advanced skills needed to practice
at Consultant level in a wide range of clinical settings. Presented in an
easy ‘study from home’ format, the course assumes little or no previous
experience or training, and is designed as an advanced training programme
that anyone can take, providing they have a strong interest in working
within this field. Despite this wide ranging and high quality content, the
course is of a similar modular structure to that of our level 3 courses,
includes full dedicated tutorial support, and employs the very latest easy
to learn study techniques. On completion you will automatically be offered
full membership of the International Association of Independent Therapists
and Practitioners (IAITP) along with your diploma and practitioners
certificate.
The beauty industry is a rapidly expanding profession, and if you'd like a
career where you're working with members of the public, helping them to
always look and feel at their best, this comprehensive course will help
you succeed. Designed for those wishing to practice beauty therapy at a
clinical level within a salon or as a mobile therapist, you’ll study a
wide range of topics including beauty products and treatment, nail
manicures and art, hair technology and complementary treatments. You'll
also learn about how the business side of the industry works, with advice
on salon hygiene, client records and working procedures.
Drawing on a wide range of resources and contributors, if you want to
learn about all aspects of modern beauty therapy and related treatments,
with a view to working in this stimulating and rewarding environment, then
this course is for you.
SECTION A: ADVANCED BEAUTY THERAPY
Beauty Therapy
Overview of clinical practice
Range of treatments available
The skin and complexion
Facial treatments
Body treatments
Hair removal
Makeup and application
Electrical and mechanical treatments
Chemical treatments
Overview of cosmetic surgery procedures
Good health maintenance
Salon hygiene
Health and safety
Client records
SECTION B: NAIL TECHNOLOGY AND ART
Basic nail physiology
Nail and skin disorders
Basic manicure
Basic pedicure
Hand massage
Hot oil treatments
Buffing and waxing
French polish
Nail art and design
Temporary and permanent extensions
SECTION C: HAIR TECHNOLOGY
Basic skin and hair physiology
Hair and scalp disorders
Hair and scalp damage
Identifying and assessing hair disorders/damage
Hair conditioning and treatments
Scalp conditioning and treatments
Healthy hair care and maintenance
SECTION D: AROMATHERAPY AND REFLEXOLOGY
Reflexology, massage and aromatherapy
Theories of treatment and the beneficial effects of aromatherapy,
reflexology and massage
Associated therapies and complementary treatment techniques
Basic aromatherapy techniques
Basic massage techniques
Basic reflexology techniques
Advanced techniques
Combined techniques
Good health maintenance |
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| Duration:
Approximately 600
hours home study. Students work at their own pace, but by working 5 to 6
hours per week can expect to complete the course within 12 months. |
| Assessment:
Continuous: 12 marked
assignments |
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*Guide prices: These are shown in US dollars and Euros
and are intended to be used as a guide
only to the equivalent rate in sterling. All
enrolments are processed in sterling and as such, the actual price in US
dollars and Euros will depend wholly upon the exchange rate on the actual day of
processing by your card company.
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