Level 3 Certificate in Access to Aesthetic Therapies:

The VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Certificate in Access to Aesthetic Therapies is a beauty therapy qualification aimed at learners with no formal background in beauty therapy training, who wish to gain access to additional study of advanced therapy treatments at levels 4 and above.

This qualification consists of units at level 2 and 3 combined to provide the learner with the required underpinning knowledge to afford direct progression onto specific modality training at level 4 +.

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 scienceThroughout 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.

Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Aesthetic Therapies for Skin Rejuvenation:

The VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Aesthetic Therapies for Skin Rejuvenation is an advanced therapy qualification aimed at level 3 qualified practitioners aged 18 and over, who wish to add skin rejuvenation to their repertoire of treatment offerings.

This qualification is informed by employers, providers, and has been designed to meet the guidance provided by professional and regulatory bodies. It includes all the required elements to work effectively as a skin rejuvenation practitioner. Learners must achieve all mandatory units, which encompass the competencies and standards outlined by professional and regulatory bodies, ensuring practitioners can evidence their competence, commitment to public safety, and adherence to agreed standards of practice. This qualification also integrates the professional and regulatory bodies guidelines for skin rejuvenation procedures, emphasising professionalism and health and safety. Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:

• Principles, practices and ethical considerations for advanced aesthetic therapies
• Consultative techniques in advanced aesthetic therapies
• Dermatological science for advanced aesthetic therapies
• Provide skin needling treatments for skin rejuvenation
• Provide superficial chemical peels for skin rejuvenationThroughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety pertaining to level 4, non-medical aesthetic therapies. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to consult with and analyse clients whilst providing skin rejuvenation treatments.

Level 5 Certificate in Non-surgical Aesthetic Procedures for Skin Rejuvenation:

The VTCT Skills Level 5 Certificate in Non-surgical Aesthetic Procedures for Skin Rejuvenation is an advanced therapy qualification aimed at level 4 qualified practitioners aged 18 and over. This qualification is designed for individuals who already possess foundational knowledge and skills in beauty therapy or related fields and are looking to specialise in non-surgical skin rejuvenation techniques.
This certificate serves as a step in the progression route towards achieving the VTCT Skills Level 7 Certificate/Diploma in Non-surgical Aesthetic Injectable Procedures. It provides comprehensive training in advanced skin rejuvenation procedures, ensuring that practitioners are well-prepared to offer safe and effective treatments. By completing this level 5 certificate, learners will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue further education and certification in injectable aesthetic procedures at level 7.

This qualification is informed by employers, providers, and has been designed to meet the guidance provided by professional and regulatory bodies. It includes all the required elements to work effectively as a non-surgical aesthetic practitioner for skin rejuvenation. Learners must achieve all mandatory units, which encompass the competencies and standards outlined by professional and regulatory bodies, ensuring practitioners can evidence their competence, commitment to public safety, and adherence to agreed standards of practice. This qualification also integrates the professional and regulatory bodies guidelines on non-surgical aesthetic procedures, emphasising professionalism and health and safety.
Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:

• Principles of non-surgical aesthetic procedures
• Client assessment for non-surgical aesthetic procedures
• Advanced skin science for non-surgical aesthetic procedures
• Complication management and emergency plan implementation for non-surgical aesthetic procedures
• Provide advanced chemical peels for skin rejuvenation
• Provide advanced skin needling procedures for skin rejuvenation
• Provide needle mesotherapy procedures for skin rejuvenation and hair restoration
• Provide light emitting diode (LED) phototherapy for skin rejuvenationAdditionally, the qualification emphasises the importance of managing complications and implementing emergency plans to ensure safe and effective practices. This certificate is designed to prepare learners for further progression to level 7 injectable procedures.

Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis

The VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support, AED, and Management of Anaphylaxis is for learners who want to gain the knowledge and skills needed to give basic life support and handle anaphylaxis during emergencies. This qualification can also be used to support the prerequisite requirements for VTCT Skills Aesthetic suite of qualifications.

The qualification covers the following areas in line with the First Aid at Work Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, Guidance on Regulations (L74) Resuscitation Council UK Guidelines:

• Assessing emergency situations
• Provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally
• Provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally
• Provide first aid to a casualty with anaphylaxis

Through this qualification, the learner will develop the knowledge and practical competence required to deal with an adult who is unresponsive or experiencing an anaphylactic reaction.