THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY Thank you for your enquiry regarding our Beauty Training Courses. A career in Beauty Therapy is extremely rewarding. You can start your own business, doing something you enjoy, working at home, salon or mobile. Beauty Therapy represents a fantastic opportunity which is very flexible. The majority of people going into beauty training have no previous experience in the beauty industry. Our courses are suitable for total beginners , we teach in very small groups (max.6) enabling us to give you personal tuition in a small, relaxed and friendly environment. You will be taught by qualified, experienced tutors, who have been in the industry for many years. We provide complimentary light lunch along with refreshments, as we tend to study all day in order to complete the intensive syllabus. There is also ample free parking. Following our short intensive courses you will be awarded The Beauty & Holistic Academy Certificate. This will enable you to obtain insurance and start your own business. Our Certificates are recognised by The Guild of Professional Beauty Therapists and Professional Beauty Direct, which you can join and obtain your insurance. We also offer various VTCT QUALIFICATIONS . These qualifications require more home study, completing a Portfolio of Case Studies and Assignments, along with practical Assessments at the Academy and theory exams. VTCT is a highly regarded Examining Body within the Beauty Industry and offer International Qualifications which gives the therapist greater credibility both with employers and clients. We offer various courses as listed in the Syllabus, and hold courses during the week and Saturday,(subject to availability) We are very flexible and will try to organize dates around you if set dates are not suitable .You are required to wear correct salon uniform during your training. Please read the Terms and Conditions before booking any course. If you would like any further information please call us on 0151-260-6699 We look forward to speaking with you soon. Yours sincerely Ronni Kelly Training Director
HOW YOU CAN BENEFIT FROM TRAINING AT THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY
Hands on practical training, enabling all students to benefit from immediately working on real clients
Small classes (max. 6) to enable tutor to give as much personal attention as is necessary
We supply you with full training manuals for further home study and reference
Consistently high standards are maintained in the training of all students. A high proportion of our students return for further courses
Permanent help line. Should you ever need any assistance or support, we are always here to help you. No matter how long ago you did your course.
We offer a very relaxed, informal but professional atmosphere to train in, with salon environment training rooms
We provide a light lunch and refreshments during full day courses.
All our training is based along the same guidelines as national qualifications, this allows you to benefit from the very best of training and in turn allowing you to give your potential clients the very best of treatments.
All our in-house certificates are recognised by The Guild of Professional Beauty Therapists and Professional Beauty Direct, to name just a few, allowing students to obtain full insurance once qualified. VTCT qualifications are recognised nationally and internationally
COURSE SYLLABUS for IN-HOUSE CERTIFICATES MANICURE COURSE Health ,Hygiene and Safety Anatomy & Physiology:-Structure of the nail, Skeletal structure of hands & arm, Nail diseases & disorders, Skin diseases, Nail growth, Adverse nail conditions, Implements & products Preparation of room, trolly and client. Contra-indications / Contra-actions Consultations / Record cards / benefits of manicure Massage movements Practical tuition in manicure:- filing, buffing, cuticle work ,application of polish etc. Massage of the hand & arm Aftercare advice APPROXIMATE TIME: 10.30am to 4.00pm - 1 DAY THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
PEDICURE COURSE Health, Hygiene and Safety Anatomy & Physiology:- Structure of the nail, Skeletal structure of foot & lower leg Nail diseases & Disorders, Implements & products Preparation of room, trolly and client. Contra-indications Consultations / Record cards / benefits of pedicure Massage movements Practical tuition in pedicure:- filing, cuticle work ,callous removal, applying polish Massage of foot & lower leg Aftercare advice APPROXIMATE TIME:- 10.30am to 4.00pm - 1 DAY THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
FACIAL & FACIAL MASSAGE COURSE Health, Hygiene and Safety Anatomy & Physiology related to facials Skin diseases & disorders, skin types, Equipment , implements and products. Preparation of room , trolly and client Contra-indications / contra-actions Consultations & record cards Benefits of Facial treatments Skin analysis Cleansing, toning & moisturising Exfoliation Face masks Massage movements/massage mediums Practical tuition in facial treatments Massage to the face, neck and shoulders Aftercare advice APPROXIMATE TIME : 10.30 to 4.00pm - 2 DAYS THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
WAXING COURSE Health, Hygiene and Safety Anatomy and Physiology :- structure of skin, structure of the hair, hair growth cycle, . Equipment and products Preparation of room, trolly and client. Contra-indications / contra-actions. Consultations and record cards. Benefits of waxing. Safe use of waxing / electrical equipment. Practical tuition on waxing legs, underarms, bikini & face. Aftercare advice APPROXIMATE TIME : 10.30am to 4.00pm - 1 DAY THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
LASH AND BROW TREATMENT COURSE Health, Hygiene and Safety. Implements and products. Preparation of room, trolly and client. Contra-indications and contra-actions Consultations and record cards Tinting brows / lashes and brow shaping Individual lashes Skin testing for allergies ( patch test ) Eye conditions & skin surrounding the eye area Practical tuition on tinting brows/lashes, brow shaping/tidy, individual lashes Aftercare advice. APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 4.00pm - 1 DAY THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
BASIC MAKE-UP COURSE Health, Hygiene and Safety. Related anatomy & physiology Face shapes. Equipment , implements and products Preparation of room , trolly and client, Contra-indications / contra-actions. Consultations and record cards. Cleansing , toning and moisturising. General make-up techniques. Practical tuition on providing basic make-up. Aftercare advice. APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30 to 4.30pm - 1DAY (A kit is required for this course please ask at time of booking.) THE BEAUTY AND HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE COURSE Health, Hygiene and Safety. Preparation of room, trolly and client. Contra-indications and contra-actions. Consultations & record cards History and benefits of Indian Head Massage. Physical effects Use of massage mediums Massage movements. Pressure points. Practical tuition performing Indian Head Massage. Aftercare advise. APPROXIMATE TIME : 10.30am to 4.00pm - 2 DAYS Or 1 DAY - ( only if you already have massage certificate ) THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
SWEDISH BODY MASSAGE COURSE Health, Hygiene and Safety. Equipment Preparation of room, trolly and client. Contra-indications & contra-actions. Consultations & record cards. Benefits & effects of massage Massage movements. Massage medium Massage procedure Practical tuition providing Swedish Body Massage. Aftercare advise. APPROXIMATE TIME : 10.30am to 4.00pm - 2 DAYS THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
EYELASH PERMING COURSE Health, Hygiene and Safety, Implements and products, Preparation of room, trolly and client, Contra-indications and contra-actions, Consultations and record cards Benefits of Lash Perming. Practical tuition in Lash Perming. Aftercare advice. APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 1.30pm - HALF/DAY THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
HOT STONE MASSAGE COURSE History of Stone massage Contra-indications Contra-actions Client consultations Benefits of Stone massage Hot Stone massage equipment Hot Stone Massage practical demonstration Product advice Practical hands on of treatment After care advice APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 4.00pm - 1 DAY THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
NB. You must hold a Swedish Body Massage certificate to do this course
NAIL EXTENSION COURSE - 2 DAYS ( Acrylic) DAY 1 Health & hygiene Basic anatomy & physiology - Structure of nail Nail diseases & disorders Implements & products Preparation of room & trolly Contra-indications / Consultations / record cards Preparation of natural nail Practical demonstration of application of tips Practical demonstration of application of extension products Students practical (apply nail extensions to each other ) Aftercare advice/ troubleshooting
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( The second day is taken 2 weeks after the first lesson )
Re-cap over Day 1 lesson Questions / answers / trouble-shooting problems Theory on Back-fills for nail extensions Practical demonstration of back-fills Students apply back-fills on Nail extensions applied on Day 1 ( same client ) Assessment of application APPROXIMATE TIME : 10.30am to 4.00pm - Day 1 10.30am to 4.00pm - Day 2 A KIT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE – ASK AT TIME OF BOOKING FOR COST
SPRAY TANNING COURSE Health , safety and hygiene Contra-indications Consultations / record cards Products and materials Client preparation Full body spray tanning application Client aftercare advice APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 1.30pm – HALF DAY THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
INCH REDUCING BODYWRAP COURSE Health, safety and hygiene Contra-indications Consultations / record cards Preparation of products and materials Client preparation Body exfoliation/scrub Measuring of client Wrapping the client Client aftercare advice Diet advice for clients APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 1.30pm – HALF DAY THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE COURSE History of Lymphatic Drainage Circulatory system Lymphatic system Holistic approach, Integral biology Effects of lymph drainage on the systems of the body Conditions which benefit from lymphatic drainage Contra-indications Consultations Aftercare advice Massage techniques Lymph drainage massage routine demonstration Hands on practice APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 4pm – 3 DAYS THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
NB. You must hold Anatomy & Physiology Certificate & Massage Certificate to do this course. Also a minimum of 2 students required for this course to run
STRESS MANAGEMENT MASSAGE COURSE Stress & definition Stress pathway Fight & flight response Damaging effects/ sources of stress Life changes & stress Signs & symptoms of stress Energy pool Strategies of managing stress Benefits & effects Contra-indications Consultations After care advice Food tips to help with stress Hand exercises Massage routine demonstration Hands on practical APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 4pm – 2 DAYS THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
NB. You must hold Anatomy & Physiology Certificate & Massage certificate to do this course. Also a minimum of 2 students required for this course to run
TIBETAN HEAD MASSAGE COURSE History of Tibetan Head Massage Doshas Discovering your Prukruti Consultations of Doshas Marma points Benefits & effects Contra-indications Consultations After care advice Massage routine demonstration Hands on practical APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 4pm – 2 DAYS THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
NB. You must hold Anatomy & Physiology Certificate to do this course, also a minimum of 2 students for this course to run
REFLEXOLOGY COURSE History of Reflexology Contra-indications Feet mapping Foot conditions Massage mediums Massage movements/ thumb walking Feet reading Contra-actions After care advice Reflexology techniques Reflexology procedure Reflexology demonstration Hands on practical APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 4pm – 4 DAYS THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
NB. You must hold Anatomy & Physiology Certificate to do this course. Also a minimum of 2 students required for this course to run
THERMAL AURICULAR THERAPY COURSE (HOPI) Health , Hygiene and Safety History of Hopi Ear Candles Benefits of Hopi Ear Treatments Contra-indications Contra-actions Consultations / Record Cards Facial Pressure Points Products and Equipment Preparation of room, trolly and client Practical Demonstration in Hopi Ear Candle Treatment After-care advice APPROXIMATE TIME:- 10.30am to 1.30pm – HALF DAY No previous experience required THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE
SEMI - PERMANENT LASH EXTENSIONS Health, safety & hygiene Anatomy & physiology Application method Trouble shooting Benefits & effects Contra-indications, contra-actions & indications Client consultations & record cards After care advice Practical demonstration APPROXIMATE TIME 10.30am to 3pm (depending how you pick it up) THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE A certificate in Lash & Brow Treatments preferred
NB. A minimum of 2 students required for this course to run A kit is required for this course – ask at time of booking for cost
THREADING COURSE History of threading Health, safety & hygiene Products & equipment / benefits & effects Indications for treatment / Contra-indications / contra-actions Consultations / record cards / after care advice Threading techniques Practical demonstration in threading APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10.30am to 4.00pm – 1 day No previous experience required THE BEAUTY & HOLISTIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE NB. A minimum of 2 students required for this course to run
SEMI-PERMANENT MAKE-UP COURSE – 5 DAYS Covers :Brows Eyeliner Lips APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10am to 4pm A KIT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE – ASK AT TIME OF BOOKING FOR COST
No previous beauty experience required This course is subject to minimum numbers as this is run by an outside instructor, please call for further information regarding this course
DRY NEEDLING COURSE – 2 DAYS Theory Practical demonstration Dry needling practical on models APPROXIMATE TIME :- 10am to 4pm This course requires candidates to hold a certificate in Semi-Permanent Make-up. This course is subject to minimum numbers as it is run by an outside instructor. Please call for further information regarding this course
COMBINED COURSES FOR IN-HOUSE CERTIFICATES BEAUTICIAN COURSE
Manicure / Pedicure / Basic Facial ( 1 day ) / Waxing / Lash & Brow Treatments Duration -- 5 Days (Obtaining individual certificates for each course.)
BEAUTY THERAPIST COURSE
Manicure / Pedicure / Facial & Facial massage / Waxing / Lash & Brow Treatments / and Make-up. Duration - 7 Days (Obtaining individual certificates for each course.)
BEAUTY TECHNICIAN COURSE
Manicure / Pedicure / Basic Facial ( 1 day ) / Waxing / Lash & Brow Treatments / Make-up / Nail Extensions ( acrylic or gel ) Duration -- 8 days (Obtaining individual certificates for each course)
NAIL TECHNICIAN COURSE
Manicure / Nail Extensions & In-fills Duration -- 3 days (Obtaining individual certificates for all courses)
BEAUTY & HOLISTIC THERAPIST COURSE
Manicure / Pedicure / Facial & Facial Massage / Waxing / Lash & Brow Treatments Indian Head Massage ( 1 day ) / Swedish Body Massage ( 2 days ) Duration -- 9 Days ( Obtaining individual certificate for all courses) YOU CAN CHANGE THE COURSES IN A COMBINED COURSE TO SUIT YOUR REQUIREMENTS
ALL PRICES FOR IN-HOUSE COURSES CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE www.beautyholistictraining.com
INTRODUCING VTCT COURSES / QUALIFICATIONS
VTCT ( Vocational Training Charitable Trust ) is one of the leading examining boards in the Beauty Industry. They offer International Qualifications known as :IHBC - International Health & Beauty Council IIHHT - International Institute of Health & Holistic Therapies Training establishments providing these qualifications are governed and regularly inspected to ensure quality training, qualifications of tutors, adequate equipment and premises etc. Both the above qualifications are well regarded within the Industry and are recognised by potential employers worldwide. Students wishing to achieve VTCT qualifications will be given both written and practical assignments and case studies ( portfolio ) to complete at home following initial training. These courses are very intense and require a lot of home study and dedication to the work. You will be shown how to build a Portfolio - this is a file containing all your written and practical assignments plus any other relevant information to the course you are studying. This will include all underpinning knowledge that is required. There will also be internal practical assessment/s and theory multiple choice exam papers. Portfolio work , case studies and any other compulsory modules/units will be covered on your first day. You will be shown how to keep your portfolio work up to date You will be required to return for first Assessment approximately 12 weeks after initial training, but this time is negotiable You are also required to contact the centre every 4 weeks to keep us posted as to how you are getting on and if you are having any problems. This can be done either via telephone , e-mail or personal tutorial.
COURSE SYLLABUS FOR VTCT COURSES THERE IS A ONE-OFF PAYMENT OF £16 FOR A VTCT LIFETIME REGISTRATION ( If you already have this please inform us on application) THE COURSE COSTS INCLUDE :- Training (Theory & Practical), First Assessment, Administration & Certification. All manuals & portfolios. (further Assessment @ £40 if required)
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Certificate in Facial Massage & Skin Care ( 2 days training & ½ day assessment – this is taken 12 weeks after course day) This course covers the same as the in-house certificate but with more theory homework / portfolio building and exams
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Certificate in Beauty Specialist Techniques ( 13 days - ie: 7 days training, 3 days re-cap & 3 days assessments – taken 16 weeks after) (Course covers - manicure, pedicure, paraffin wax treatments, facial, facial massage , make-up, Waxing, lash & brow treatments)
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Certificate in Cosmetic Make-up & Consultancy 3 days training & ½ day assessments – these are taken 12 weeks after training days ) ( Course covers - make-up, lash & brow treatments, make –up instruction to clients )
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Certificate in Wax Depilation ( 1 day training & ½ day assessment – this is taken 12 weeks after training day ) This course covers the same as the in-house but with more theory homework/portfolio building & exams
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Certificate in Nail Treatments ( 2 days training & ½ day assessment - this is taken 12 weeks after training days ) ( This covers - manicure & pedicure )
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Certificate in Nail Technology ( 3 days training & ½ day assessments – this is taken 12 weeks after training days ) ( This covers - manicure, nail extensions & In-fills ) ( kit required for this course @ £100 )
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Certificate in Make-up & Manicure ( 3 days training & ½ day assessments – this is taken 12 weeks after training days ) ( This covers - make-up, lash & brow treatments, manicure )
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Certificate in Swedish Body Massage ( 2 days training & 1 day assessment – this is taken 12 weeks after training days ) This course covers the same as the in-house but with extra theory homework / portfolio building & exams
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Diploma in Indian Head Massage ( 2 days training & 1 day assessment – this is taken 12 weeks after training days ) This course covers the same as the in-house but with extra theory homework / portfolio building & exams
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Diploma in Reflexology 4 days training & 1 day assessment – this is taken 16 weeks after training days ) This course covers the same as the in-house but with extra theory homework/portfolio building & exams – You must hold a Certificate in Anatomy & Physiology to do this course Also a minimum of 2 students required for this course to run
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Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology Correspondence course completed in own time – 14 theory workbooks to complete, when completed attend academy for theory exams. Course covers :Cells & tissues Skin Structure Hair structure Muscular system Skeletal system Circulatory system Lymphatic system Nervous system Digestive system Endocrine system Olfactory system Reproductive system Urinary system Respiratory system
ALL PRICES FOR VTCT COURSES CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE www.beautyholistictraining.com