Your First Step into the
Beauty Industry
VTCT Level 3 Beauty
Therapy Diploma
Build on your skills and take your beauty career further. This professional course offers advanced practical training, clear guidance, and real salon experience – helping you grow in confidence and work to a higher industry standard.
Theory online + practical training
Class Price
£1260
Own Pace
Level 3 – Beginner Friendly
Qualification
VTCT
The Level 3 Beauty Therapy Course (NVQ / VTCT) is a professional stage of development for specialists who already have foundational skills and are ready to progress to a higher level of practice within the beauty industry.This programme is designed for those who wish to deepen their knowledge, expand their range of services, and work in a more confident, conscious, and results-driven way. Level 3 develops not only technical skills but a holistic professional mindset, including an understanding of anatomy, physiology and bodily responses, as well as the ability to analyse a client’s condition and select all treatments based on persons individual needs, goals and safety. Training at this level moves beyond basic procedures and introduces therapeutic and specialised techniques that are the standard within high-end salons, spas and skincare clinics
Throughout the course, students learn professional body massage techniques, including classic body massage, aromatherapy massage using pre-blended oils, stone therapy and also Indian Head Massage. A strong focus is also placed on facial electrical treatments, allowing practitioners to work more deeply with skin condition, muscle tone, and visible signs of aging. Alongside practical training, significant emphasis is placed on anatomy and physiology, treatment safety, contraindications, client consultation, and professional treatment planning — the key elements that define an expert beauty therapist.
The course is delivered through an intensive combination of theory and hands-on practice with real clients, including assessment days and Open Salon sessions. Students progressively refine advanced techniques, build a professional portfolio and develop the skills required to meet the expectations of clients. Upon successful completion, you will gain an official Level 3 VTCT qualification,the ability to offer an advanced range of treatments and also a clear pathway to Level 4+ training in beauty therapy.
Level 3 Course Structure (NVQ / VTCT)
This module will enable you to:
- An introduction to the Level 3 course structure and assessment requirements
- Advanced Health & Safety standards for working with body treatments and electrical modalities
- Risk assessment procedures, correct use of PPE and safe salon working
- Professional standards and preparation for working with real clients
- Writing individual learning goals and preparing for portfolio development during the course
Outcome: a clear understanding of professional standards of Level 3 and readiness for intensive practical training.
This module will enable you to:
- In-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to all massage therapy
- Foundations of classic body massage techniques
- Understanding the effects of massage on muscles, circulation and also overall wellbeing
- Indications and contraindications for massage treatments
Practical: supervised practice of basic back massage techniques.
This module will enable you to:
- The full protocol for professional body massage
- Control of rhythm, pressure and also treatment flow
- Techniques for working with different client needs and conditions
- Professional consultation for clients before and after treatments
Practical: intensive hands-on practice with models.
Assessment: Body Massage Assignment.
This module will enable you to:
- Safe and effective use of pre-blended aromatherapy oils
- Understanding the physical and emotional benefits of aromatherapy massage
- Tailoring massage to individual client needs
- Contraindications and safety considerations
Practical: full aromatherapy body massage.
Assessment: Pre-Blended Massage Assignment.
This module will enable you to:
- Principles and benefits of stone therapy massage
- Safe handling and use of heated stones
- Combining massage techniques with thermal therapy
- Stone therapy massage protocols
Practical: stone therapy massage with models.
Assessment: Stone Therapy Massage Assignment.
This module will enable you to:
- Indian Head Massage techniques
- Treatment of the head, neck, and shoulder area
- Understanding the effects on stress, tension, and the nervous system
- Client consultation and aftercare advice
Practical: full Indian Head Massage treatment.
Assessment: Indian Head Massage Assignment.
This module will enable you to:
- All principles of facial electrical treatments
- Understanding how electrical modalities affect the skin and facial muscles
- Indications, contraindications and client suitability
- Health & Safety requirements and working within a controlled area
- Professional consultation procedures for clients
This module will enable you to:
- Practical delivery of facial electrical treatments
- Techniques to improve muscle tone and skin condition
- Designing treatment plans and courses of treatments for clients
- Aftercare and homecare recommendations
Practical: hands-on facial electrical treatments with models.
Assessment: Facial Electrical Treatments Assignment.
This module will enable you to:
- Marketing and promotion of beauty therapy services
- Building a professional brand and client base
- Career planning and progression at Level 3 and beyond
This module will enable you to:
- Working with real clients in an Open Salon environment
- Performing treatments under real salon conditions
- Preparation for and completion of practical examinations
- Portfolio development and assessment checks
Outcome: confirmation of professional competence and industry readiness.
This module will enable you to:
- Completion of all final assessments
- Final portfolio review and verification
- Planning next steps for professional development
Module Outcome: achievement of the official Level 3 (NVQ / VTCT) qualification and readiness to progress to Level 4+ training or expand professional practice.
Course Fees
We offer convenient payment options to ensure your investment in training is as comfortable and transparent as possible. You can reserve your place on the course today by paying a deposit or by choosing to spread the cost through our financial partner.What’s Included in the Course Fee:
What’s included
- Official NVQ / VTCT Level 2 qualification
- All registration, certification and examination fees
- Full access to learning materials (PDF resources and also online learning platform)
- Access to the online student community and ongoing support
- Practical training and hands-on work with models under specialist supervision
- Continuous support and guidance throughout the entire course
Payment Options
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Deposit with Balance Payment
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Benefits of our academy
Practical Skills
We focus on real, hands-on training on real people. Our students gain not only strong theoretical knowledge but also extensive practice on model, helping them work confidently with clients and grow in the beauty & aesthetics industry.
All Levels Welcome
Our courses are suitable for beginners and also professionals looking to upskill. Step by step, we take you from the basics to an advanced professional VTCT level.
Online Student platform
All lessons, recordings and learning materials are available also in your online student dashboard. Study anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Student Success
Our graduates are building successful careers and running their own career in the beauty & aesthetics industry. We focus on real results and experience, not just certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our advisors are available to guide you through our courses, certifications, course structure and future career opportunities.
Contact us to receive personalised advice.
- Students must be at least 18 years old to begin the course – there are no exceptions.
- Learners must have already completed a Level 2 Facial or Beauty qualification.
- If you have any medical conditions or limitations, you must contact the academy BEFORE starting the course.
Email: info.academy@kclinics.co.uk
Phone: 075 00 075 775
After successful completion of the course, all assessments and the portfolio, students will receive an official NVQ / VTCT Level 3 certificate.
Yes, all practical assessments and examinations are included in the course fee. There are no additional exam charges.
- Practical observations by our specialist
- Written assignments
- Portfolio of work
- Final practical assessments in an Open Salon environment
Yes, practical training is an important part of the course. Students complete practical training at the KClinics academy, where you can work with real models under specialist supervision.
Yes, all students receive learning materials in PDF format and full access to our online platform, which includes video lessons and additional learning materials.
Every student must have a Level 2 beauty therapy qualification (NVQ/VTCT or equivalent) to begin the Level 3 (NVQ/VTCT) course.
This course is created for professionals who already have a foundation and are prepared to move on to more sophisticated methods and therapies.
Yes, a Level 2 qualification is a mandatory requirement for enrolment onto the Level 3 course.
Complete beginners should not be suitable in this course. The fundamental theoretical information and practical abilities needed to study safely and successfully at Level 3 are provided at Level 2.
Yes, the Level 3 course is ideal for practising beauty therapists who already hold a Level 2 qualification and wish to:
- advance their professional skills,
- expand range of treatments,
- work with more advanced and in-demand procedures,
- increase their professional value and career prospects.
The course supports therapists in refining their techniques and working to recognised VTCT / NVQ professional standards.
After successful completion of the Level 3 (NVQ / VTCT) course, you will have a qualification that opens up broader and more advanced career opportunities within the beauty industry. You may:
- work in higher-end salons, spa centres and skincare clinics;
- offer an expanded range of therapeutic, massage, and electrical facial treatments;
- work with more advanced client needs and increase your earning potential;
- develop your own practice or work as a self-employed beauty therapist;
- progress into more specialised areas of beauty therapy.
Level 3 prepares you to work as a confident, professional therapist, rather than a basic treatment provider.
Yes, Level 3 is a mandatory and essential foundation for progression onto:
- Level 4+ qualifications and advanced aesthetic
- advanced skincare training.
Completing Level 3 equips you with the professional knowledge, clinical understanding, and practical skills required to move confidently into higher-level training and specialisation.
Your new career starts here.
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