Qualification Information:
| VTCT Product Code |
AB30495 |
| Qualification Number |
600/8664/6 |
| Level |
3 |
| GLH |
306 - 341 |
| Units |
6 - 8 |
| Minimum Credits |
35 |
| Age Restriction |
16+ |
| Registration End Date |
31/07/2017 |
Overview:
The VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Beauty Therapy Studies
(Massage) (QCF) is a technical level qualification that
provides learners with the knowledge, understanding and
skills to work as a massage therapist either as an
employee or in a self-employed capacity. This
qualification is based on Habia National Occupational
Standards (NOS). This qualification is recognised by the
UK's largest beauty and complementary therapy trade
body/professional association i.e. The Federation of
Holistic Therapists (FHT) and also the UK's second
largest association representing beauty and
complementary therapy employers; the British Association
of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) as being fit
for purpose for preparing learners for a career as a
massage therapist.
Qualification Structure:
| Unit Code |
Unit Ref. |
Unit Title |
Level |
Credits |
GLH |
| UV30424 |
D/601/3559 |
Provide body massage |
3 |
9 |
84 |
| UV30468 |
T/601/4457 |
Client care and
communication in beauty-related industries |
3 |
3 |
28 |
| UV30491 |
R/600/8780 |
Monitor and maintain
health and safety practice in the salon |
|
4 |
29 |
Optional - from this group you'll need to cover a minimum of 3 units and earn a minimum of 19 credits.
| Unit Code |
Unit Ref. |
Unit Title |
Level |
Credits |
GLH |
| UV30411 |
M/601/4358 |
Origins, principles
and theories of massage |
3 |
7 |
60 |
| UV30425 |
Y/601/3558 |
Provide massage
using pre-blended aromatherapy oils |
3 |
7 |
65 |
| UV30449 |
A/601/5500 |
Contribute to the
effective running of business |
3 |
3 |
30 |
| UV30475 |
H/601/4454 |
Apply stone therapy
massage |
3 |
9 |
75 |
| UV30574 |
D/601/4095 |
Provide Indian head
massage |
3 |
6 |
49 |