VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Beauty Specialist Techniques

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for students with no previous experience in Beauty who would like to learn all the basic skills for the industry and obtain an accredited qualification

What are the entry requirements for the course?

Candidates should be over 18. Employment in the beauty industry is not essential.
A thorough understanding of both spoken and written English is essential due to the compulsory assessments and complex vocabulary needed for Anatomy and Physiology. There will be a screening assessment for all applicants and if deemed necessary an additional English course must be taken – at student’s own cost – PRIOR to taking this course.
This course requires extensive home study to include written assignments and revision for in-College on-line exams.

How long is this course?

A 38 week part-time course beginning September 2020

Tuesday 8th September 2020- Tuesday 6th July 2021

Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm

* It is not advisable to miss any of the sessions once you have commenced the course. Please refer to the Highlands College website www.highlands.ac.uk for the appropriate term dates for the year. Any holidays should be booked out of term times.

What will I study on this course?

Follow health and safety practice in the salon.
Provide eyelash and brow treatments.
Provide facial skin care.
Client care and communication in beauty-related industries.
Remove hair using waxing techniques.
Provide manicure treatments.
Provide pedicure treatments.
Make-up

What Qualification will I gain?

VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Beauty Specialist Techniques.

How is the course assessed?

Learners will need to provide evidence for assessment including:

7 x assignments

13 x online examinations.

Each unit requires substantial practical assessment

PLEASE NOTE: A £20 resit fee is applicable for each exam that is retaken

What does this course lead on to?

Career opportunities in beauty salons, spas or self-employment (mobile).

How much will it cost?

£1000.00 course fee which includes registration
Fees are non-refundable – total payable on enrolment to secure your place.

Uniform: Charcoal tunic and trousers and appx. £60 MANDATORY.

Black flat closed toed pump or all black trainers

Equipment: HABIA Beauty Therapy Kit approx £60.00 (+ £5.50 home delivery )

COLOURMATRIX Makeup kit approx £50.00 ( + £5.50 home delivery )

Order forms for tunic, trousers and kits will be sent with your acceptance letter.

Book: Beauty Therapy: The Foundations Level 2 ISBN: 9781473734562

How can I find out more?

To register your interest in this course please email hairandbeauty@highlands.ac.uk or call 01534 608640 to request further information

Once you have registered your interest and returned a completed application form you will invited for an interview

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the entry requirements for this course?

Entry requirements differ depending on the course; you may be required to attend an interview in the first instance to assess the suitable of the qualification for your learning and requirements. Please contact the relevant department’s Course Administrator to discuss this further.

Who do I make cheques payable to?

Cheques should be made out to “Treasurer of the States”. If you are applying for more than one course, please enclose separate cheques for each. This will enable us to return fees for courses that are already full and still process other applications without delay. You may also pay by MasterCard, Visa or Maestro by filling out the required card details.

Can I pay the course fee by instalments?

In some instances an instalment plan may be possible, please discuss this with the Course Administrator.

When do courses run?

Highlands College part-time courses vary in length from evening or half-day workshops to two or three academic years. The majority of courses follow an academic timetable and may exclude half terms, bank holidays or other breaks.

What happens if the course I want is full?

Our policy is to accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis on receipt of fees. However, if a course is full a person’s name can be added to a waiting list. If the list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up and you will be contacted.

What if my course is relocated, rescheduled or cancelled?

We make every effort to avoid doing this, but occasionally it is necessary. This is why it is vitally important for us to have your current telephone numbers or e-mail address in order that we can contact you as speedily as possible. If you have a mobile telephone number, we may use a text message service to inform you of any changes to your course. Please note; our text message service is a non-reply service.

Why are some courses cancelled?

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing the course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum, we reluctantly cancel it. We contact the applicants and provide a full refund, or offer a transfer to another course if a suitable one is available.

How will my course be assessed?

Assessment varies depending on the course; some may require formal written or practical assessment or attendance at examinations.

If I can no longer attend the class, can I get a refund?

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if your course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the Island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.

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Application priority

Applications for Highlands Professional are accepted on a first come, first served basis on receipt of fees. If a student withdraws you may be offered a place, or if the waiting list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up, for which you will be offered a place.

Cancellations

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing a course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum we reluctantly cancel it. Applicants are provided with a full refund or a transfer to another suitable course if one is available.

Refunds

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if a course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.