VTCT (iTEC) Level 3 Certificate in Access to Aesthetic Therapies

Students will have prior experience of carrying facials and ideally hold a Level 2 qualification in Beauty Therapy. 

Students will be required to wear the College salon uniform (details will be provided at enrolment). Shoes must be flat and fully support the foot. Long hair must be tied up so that it is fully off the face and neck in a bun. Nails must be short and product free. Jewellery must not be worn for practical activities.

Learners must achieve the mandatory units: 

· Maintain Health and Safety in the Salon 

· Skin Analysis and Facial Skincare 

· Consultation and Client Care 

· Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology 

· Electrical Science 

Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant health and safety requirements, anatomy, physiology, and pathology and electrical science, alongside skin analysis and safe practice treatment protocols for facial skin care. 

Learners will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required to consult with clients, and provide specific aftercare and home care advice.

You will be assessed both theoretically an practically. 

To be confirmed.

If you have any questions or require advice, please contact the Funding Team.

Students may wish to widen their treatment offering and study other courses, including:

VTCT (iTEC) Level 4 Certificate in Skin Needling
VTCT (iTEC) Level 4 Certificate in Skin Peeling
VTCT (iTEC) Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Aesthetic Treatments

Training Schedule

Each course consists of four days of in-person training and assessments, delivered by experienced trainers who will guide you through both the theoretical and practical aspects of the treatment.

VTCT (ITEC) Certificate in Skin Peeling

Date to be confirmed.

Examination will be confirmed during training. 

If you have any questions or require further details, please feel free to contact us. 

This is a Level 4 qualification and students will need to demonstrate a variety of skills. This course consists of four days of in-person training and assessments, delivered by experienced trainers who will guide you through both the theoretical and practical aspects of the treatment. Students will be expected to complete theory in their own time in preparation for the exam.

York College have 2 large fully equipped hairdressing salons, an inviting commercial salon reception, 3 media make-up workshops and 2 beauty therapy salons. Adult learners will have access to professional products and equipment (including an advanced skin peeling product range).

Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.

Students will need to wear appropriate uniform for training, this could be your own professional work uniform.

Students can purchase an optional skin peeling kit.

Please get in touch for further information.

The primary purpose of this qualification is to prepare students for employment in the advanced non-medical aesthetic industry providing skin peeling techniques.

Additionally, students may choose to further develop their knowledge and skills by completing supplementary specialist qualifications at Level 4.