Funded Courses
Level 4 Laser & Salon Management Course
This combined qualification is perfect for experienced beauty therapists ready to advance their career into laser aesthetics and salon leadership. It equips you with technical knowledge of laser/IPL skin and hair reduction treatments and the business skills to run or manage a salon.
Focus Awards Combined Diploma Level 2/3
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Combined Beauty Therapy Skills (RQF) integrates both Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications, providing learners with a solid foundation and advanced skills in the beauty therapy industry confirming their competence to practice as beauty therapists.
Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management with SPMU
The VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management, combined with SPMU, is a comprehensive qualification designed for beauty professionals aiming to advance into managerial roles while specialising in semi-permanent makeup techniques.
VTCT Level 4 Laser & Salon Management Course
Course Length: 16 weeks

Laser Units Will Cover:
- Laser and light treatments for hair removal
- Laser and light treatments for skin rejuvenation
- Client care and consultation for advanced treatments
- Health and safety in a laser environment
- Treatment planning, contraindications & aftercare
Salon Management Units Will Cover:
- Management of Health, Safety, and Security in the Salon
- Understanding and implementing health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Quality Management of Client Care in the Beauty Sector
- Developing strategies to maintain high standards of client care and satisfaction.
- Sales Management in the Beauty Sector
- Techniques for effective sales strategies and managing retail within the salon.
- Public Relations (PR) in the Beauty Sector
- Building and maintaining a positive public image for the salon.
- Overseeing day-to-day operations, staff management, and business development.
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a nationally recognised qualification, enhancing their professional credibility and opening doors to advanced roles in the beauty sector.
Funding Options
To support your educational journey, the Advanced Learner Loan is available for eligible students:
Eligibility: Aged 19 or over, residing in the UK for at least three years, and enrolling in a Level 3 or Level 4 qualification. Repayment: Commences the April after course completion, but only if your income exceeds £25,000 per year. Repayments are a small % of income above this threshold. For detailed information and to apply, visit the official government website: https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan.
Focus Awards Combined Diploma Level 2/3 Beauty Therapy Skills
Course Length: 30 Weeks Including Self-Directed Study

Training Provider
Best You Beauty and Training Academy has been recognised for its excellence in beauty education. In the 2022 British Beauty Awards, the academy was awarded the Bronze Winner in the West Midlands region for the Training Centre of Excellence Award .
Course Overview
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Combined Beauty Therapy Skills (RQF) integrates both Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications, providing learners with a solid foundation and advanced skills in the beauty therapy industry. This qualification is designed to develop learners' knowledge and skills, confirming their competence to practice as beauty therapists.
Key Modules Include:
- Health and Safety in the Salon
- Client Care and Communication
- Facial Skincare Treatments
- Manicure and Pedicure
- Waxing Techniques
- Make-Up Application
- Body Massage
- Stone Therapy Massage
- Microdermabrasion
- Eyebrow and Eyelash Treatments
Funding Options
To support your educational journey, the Advanced Learner Loan is available for eligible students:
Eligibility: Aged 19 or over, residing in the UK for at least three years, and enrolling in a Level 3 or Level 4 qualification. Repayment: Commences the April after course completion, but only if your income exceeds £25,000 per year. Repayments are a small % of income above this threshold. For detailed information and to apply, visit the official government website: https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan.
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management with Semi-Permanent Makeup (SPMU)
Course Length: 16 weeks

Training Covers:
- Anatomy and Physiology: Understanding the skin and its functions.
- Health and Safety: Maintaining hygiene and safety standards in SPMU procedures.
- Consultation Techniques: Conducting thorough client consultations.
- SPMU Application: Techniques for eyebrow, eyeliner, and lip blush tattooing. The course covers various brow styles, including Ombre Brows, Hybrid Brows, Powder Brows, Hairstroke Brows, and Combination Brows, as well as Lip Blush, Lip Liner, Ombre Lips, Top and Bottom Eyeliner, and Eyelash Enhancement.
- Aftercare Advice: Providing clients with post-treatment care instructions.
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin
- Health and Safety Legalities
- Insurance Requirements
- Colour Theory and Correction
- Evaluating Skin Types
- Contraindications
- Consultation Process
- Needle Configuration
- Machine Knowledge
- Pigment Choice
- Practice Skin Work
- Brow Mapping
- Live Demonstrations
- Live Model Experience
- Business Setup
- Aftercare Guidance
Salon Management Units Will Cover:
- Management of Health, Safety, and Security in the Salon
- Understanding and implementing health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Quality Management of Client Care in the Beauty Sector
- Developing strategies to maintain high standards of client care and satisfaction.
- Sales Management in the Beauty Sector
- Techniques for effective sales strategies and managing retail within the salon.
- Public Relations (PR) in the Beauty Sector
- Building and maintaining a positive public image for the salon.
- Overseeing day-to-day operations, staff management, and business development.
Funding Options
To support your educational journey, the Advanced Learner Loan is available for eligible students:
Eligibility: Aged 19 or over, residing in the UK for at least three years, and enrolling in a Level 3 or Level 4 qualification. Repayment: Commences the April after course completion, but only if your income exceeds £25,000 per year. Repayments are a small % of income above this threshold. For detailed information and to apply, visit the official government website: https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a nationally recognised qualification, enhancing their professional credibility and opening doors to advanced roles in the beauty sector.
For any further information contact via email to info@bestyoutraining.co.uk.
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