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Beauty Therapy & Make-up

Beauty Therapy and Make-Up

A choice of beauty therapy and make-up courses are available with us, from level 1 right up to degree level. Most level 1 learners stay on to complete a level 2 course with us.

We have our own beauty salons at our Freemen’s Park Campus, which are open to the public, so as well as learning in a classroom you will get to put lessons into practice, all under the supervision of industry experienced tutors.

If you are on the beauty therapy and hairdressing courses at Leicester College you will work and train alongside industry-experienced experts in our commercial salon environment.

Who are Leicester College's beauty therapy and make-up courses for?

Our courses are suitable both for school leavers as well as older people and/or those with some experience in the industry. The appropriate level for you will be decided based on your prior qualifications and work experience – many learners stay with us for two or more years to develop their skills to the required level for employment. If you are aged 16 to 19 and don’t yet have your English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above, these subjects will be an essential part of your study programme. All courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to work as a professional beauty therapist or make-up artist.

Further Information

Work experience will form an essential a part of your course, and you may be required to purchase personal protective equipment, a toolkit, technical drawing equipment and stationery. All courses involve a mixture of practical and theoretical assessment – that is to say, you will pass the course by demonstrating your skills both in exams as well as in your work.

Chanda Arora Singh

Chanda Arora Singh

Beauty and spa therapy advanced technical diploma level 3.

I would recommend Leicester College for two reasons; the standard of education and the supportive tutors who guide you and help you all of the way. I have had such amazing feedback from clients in Serenity, our college salon, which has motivated me to progress onto level 3.

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Make-Up Artistry Technical Certificate level 2 – C5271

Course Code: C5271

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Are you an aspiring make-up artist? Enrol onto this course and gain essential skills and experience to start your career. You will gain knowledge such as how to use different techniques to create different looks for clients as well as gain insight into the growing industry You’ll receive lots of invaluable experience on this course.

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Women’s Hairdressing Diploma level 2 – C1982

Course Code: C1982

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

The qualification aims to provide you with a range of technical skills and knowledge, which will equip you to progress on to the level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing.

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Fashion, Theatre and Media Hair and Make-Up Studies Diploma Level 3 – C8013

Course Code: C8013

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 10 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Mix your passion for fashion, theatre and make-up with our creative programme designed to help kickstart your career in the make-up industry. Your learning will be supported by practical and theory along with masterclasses, work experience and trips. This course is designed to give you the skill set whilst working towards establishing your portfolio.

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Artistic Makeup and Special Effects Foundation Degree – C0039

Course Code: C0039

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 23 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 2 years
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Secure your career in fashion or media by completing this unique course in artistic make-up and special effects. Your learning will specialize in developing unique skills with up-to-date techniques used in today's industry. Delivered by a team of expert staff and visits from industry guest speakers you will develop both your confidence and employability skills.

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Gel Polish – C7478

Course Code: C7478

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 25 Mar 2025
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    7 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 week
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Whether you want to expand your treatment list or want to learn how to professionally conduct a manicure to treat yourself, this short course will help you. At our on-site salons, we will show you how to prepare and complete basic manicure treatments along with the aftercare at home.

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Indian Head Massage – C7481

Course Code: C7481

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 25 Mar 2025
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    7 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 week
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Expand your skills in beauty therapy or have a taster of the industry by taking our short course in Indian Head Massage. There are no formal assessments or exams but you will learn in-depth the benefits of this treatment which you can promote to your clientele and add to your list of specialty treatments.

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Hopi Ear Candles – C7480

Course Code: C7480

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 27 Mar 2025
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    3 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 week
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Add a unique beauty treatment to your list of skills by completing this short course in Hopi Ear Candles. You will learn from our industry-experienced lecturers and have practical sessions in our salon facilities on-site at the college. This holistic treatment has many benefits for clients and will make your beauty treatment offer stand out.

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Threading – C7479

Course Code: C7479

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 27 Mar 2025
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    7 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 week
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

Keeping up with the latest beauty treatments is important, with this short course you can learn a new skill to add to your treatment list. Update your professional qualifications and learn at our on-site salon at the college. We will cover the health and safety, communication, and treatment routine as part of the course.

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Gel Polish – C7471

Course Code: C7471

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 04 Jul 2025
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    7 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 week
  • map Campus Freemen's Park Campus

If the pandemic has taught us anything, it's that not all of us have the beauty expertise we initially thought Why not take our short course and learn how to give yourself the self-care you deserve. Over one day you will learn how to do a basic manicure application and removal of gel polish.

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