HND Beauty Therapy
This course is designed to give students a professional qualification recognised by the beauty industry. Students will develop skills in relation to a wide range of facial, body, aesthetic and complementary therapies.
They will also gain in-depth product knowledge and be able to offer clients lifestyle advice. Other topics covered include nail enhancements and spa treatments. As part of the programme, students get the opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience through working in the College’s commercial salon.
Check out the case studies below to hear how this course has benefitted our students:
Content
- Professional Salon Skills
- Anatomy and Physiology for Beauty Therapy
- Promotional and Selling Skills
- Electrical Epilation Advanced
- Product Knowledge
- Liquid and Powder Nail Enhancements
- Light Curing Gel Nail Enhancements
- Depilation Advanced
- Lifestyle Advice for Clients
- Contemporary Aesthetic Treatments
- Aromatherapy Massage
- Reflexology
- Contemporary Spa Massage
- Spa Treatments
- Signature Massage
- Face and Body Electrotherapy
- Advanced Face & Body Therapy Techniques
- Electrical Epilation
- Face and Body Treatment Packages
- Graded Unit 1
- Graded Unit 2
Career Paths
- Employment as a Professional Beauty Therapist
- Beauty salon work in the UK or abroad
- Salon Manager
- Work on passenger liners
- Technical Representatives
- Theatre work
- Television
- Health, leisure and spa clubs
Progression
Forth Valley College has formal articulation links in place for entry into Year three of the following degree programmes:
- BSc (Hons) Integrative Healthcare - University of the Highlands & Islands
Please note articulation links are subject to change and do not guarantee a place on any university course. Students should check with individual universities for more detail. Each institution will have specific entry requirements.
Entry requirements
One of the following:
- NC Beauty Care - Level Six
- SVQ Level 3 Beauty Therapy
Additional Requirements:
- Candidates must be at least 17 years of age
- Selection will be by interview and a research task
- Students will be required to purchase relevant items of equipment and clothing
More Info
Further advice for full-time applicants:
• Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application
• If you created your account prior to November 2024, you will need to register a new account
• Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for
• Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
• Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately
• If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
• Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as; the reason you are applying, future career plans, previous employment, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
• Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
• If your application is successful, you will be invited for interview. For January start courses interviews will be in Nov/Dec and interviews for August start courses will take place between February and May
• If your application is unsuccessful, you will be offered support in finding a suitable alternative course
• Applicants who provide a mobile phone number on their application form will be sent a text reminder prior to the day of interview
• If you are unable to attend an interview or wish to withdraw your application - please email student.applications@forthvalley.ac.uk
Falkirk Campus
Full-Time
17 August 2026
Level 8