Course Description
Our Level 3 Diploma in Combined Beauty Therapy (Holistic Route) is the perfect course for those passionate about wellness, relaxation, and natural beauty. This comprehensive qualification blends advanced beauty techniques with holistic therapies, giving you a well-rounded skill set that’s in high demand across spas, salons, and wellness centres.
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Throughout the course, you'll gain hands-on experience in treatments such as body massage, Indian head massage, aromatherapy, and more, alongside essential beauty services like facials, waxing, and skincare. You’ll also explore anatomy and physiology, client care, and the principles of holistic healing.
This diploma doesn’t just teach you how to perform treatments – it empowers you to deliver deeply therapeutic experiences that nurture both body and mind. Whether you're starting fresh or advancing your existing skills, this course opens doors to a fulfilling career focused on beauty, balance, and wellbeing.
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Students will be guided through practical elements before completing at home case studies and workbook completion, culminating in assessment sessions to demonstrate learning.
This qualification offers a worldwide recognised qualification which can be applied to many industries and work based settings.
We offer this qualification through Focus Awards, an OfQual Regulated Awarding Body. This is a nationally recognised qualification.
Course Summary
Course Cost £4299.00
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Mandatory Units -
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Provide Full Body Massage (D/601/3559)
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Promote and Sell products and services to clients (J/601/5337)
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Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon (R/600/8780)
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Provide pedicure treatments (R/601/4448)
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Develop and maintain effectiveness at work (M/617/3378)
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Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety (Y/600/9011)
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Provide facial skin care treatment (T/67/3379)
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Enhance the appearance of eyebrows and eyelashes (K/617/3380)
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Provide manicure treatments (T/601/4569)
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Carry out waxing services (L/617/3386)
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Apply make-up (A/617/1018)
Holistic Route Units -
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Apply Stone Therapy Massage (H/601/4454)
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Provide Indian Head Massage (D/601/4095)
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Client care and communication in beauty related industries (T/601/4457)
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Provide Massage using Pre-Blended Aromatherapy Oils (Y/601/3558)
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The learning option for this course is in-house learning, accompanied by online theory and self study away from class. Classes are held at our Llandudno training facility.
Theory material is delivered online via our training portal with supporting video tutorials demonstrating the practical elements of the course, before learners’ complete in-depth in-house practical sessions.
Following practical sessions, workbook and case studies are undertaken, marked by your tutor with feedback. Upon successful completion of this stage, in house assessment days are arranged to complete the portfolio of evidence for the course.
Who is this course for?
This qualification is for individuals seeking a career as a beauty therapist, spa therapist, or freelance beauty professional, particularly those interested in incorporating holistic therapies.
This qualification is suitable for both beginners and those with some prior experience in beauty therapy. It equips learners with the skills and knowledge to perform a range of beauty treatments, including those with a holistic approach, such as hot stone massage and Indian head massage.
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Learners must be over 16, with good english literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.​
Additional Information
Our Focus Award regulated qualifications include an application process to make sure we're the perfect fit for each other.
Once you submit your application form, one of our expert tutors will reach out to schedule a discovery call - your chance to explore the course details and get all your questions answered.
After your application is approved, we'll send you a secure payment link so you can easily secure your spot and start your learning journey with us.
In addition to the course, you will be required to purchase equipment and kits to complete your case studies and at home practice. A full kit list is available upon request.