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18 accredited courses

Henna Brow
Learn brow mapping, treatment preparation and the professional application of henna brows, alongside essential consultation, skin and hair knowledge, patch testing and aftercare.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin and hair
- Brow Mapping
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed.
Prerequisites
Lash & Brow Tint
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being available on the day.
Kit requirements
There is a suggested kit that will be useful for the training and needed for patch testing prior to training day and for learner to use afterwards.
Patch testing

Brow Lamination
Develop practical brow lamination skills, including brow mapping, treatment preparation and application, supported by consultation, patch testing, aftercare and skin and hair knowledge.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin and hair
- Brow mapping
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed.
Prerequisites
Lash & Brow Tint
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being available on the day.
Kit requirements
There is a suggested kit that will be useful for the training and needed for patch testing prior to training day and for learner to use afterwards.
Patch testing

Lash Lift
Learn how to prepare for and perform a lash lift treatment, covering consultation, patch testing, treatment protocols, aftercare and relevant skin and hair knowledge.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin and hair
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed
Prerequisites
Lash & Brow Tint
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being available on the day.
Kit requirements
There is a suggested kit that will be useful for the training and needed to use afterwards.
Patch testing

Individual Lash Extensions
Develop practical individual lash extension skills, including application, infills and troubleshooting, alongside consultation, treatment preparation and aftercare, with case studies to complete.
Duration1.5 days + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1.5 days + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin and hair
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a treatment
- Have a treatment completed.
- Complete case studies
- Infill of lashes
- Troubleshooting
Prerequisites
Lash & Brow Tint
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being available on the day.
Kit requirements
There is not a kit included in the training course but will be needed for case studies and practice. You will need to be patch tested prior to training day.
Case-study requirements
Complete case studies

Russian Lash Extensions
Build on your individual lash extension skills with Russian lash techniques, covering treatment preparation, application, consultation, aftercare, troubleshooting and practical case studies.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin and hair
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a treatment
- Have a treatment completed
- Complete Casestudies
- Trouble Shooting
Prerequisites
Individual Lash Extensions
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as a pre reading element as well as being available on the day of the training.
Kit requirements
There is no kit included in the training but it is useful for practice afterwards. A patch test will be required prior to the training day.
Case-study requirements
Complete case studies

Threading
Learn professional threading techniques through demonstration and practical treatment experience, supported by consultation, skin and hair knowledge, treatment preparation, protocols and aftercare.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin and hair
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed.
Prerequisites
None
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as a pre reading element as well as being available on the day of the training.

Intimate Waxing
Develop specialist intimate waxing skills using warm and hot wax, including Brazilian, Playboy and Hollywood treatments, with consultation, aftercare, case studies and assessment.
Duration1.5 days + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1.5 days + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene incl. PPE
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Legal requirements of clinical waste removal
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin, hair, blood & lymph
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
- Trouble shooting and aftercare
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment using both warm and hot wax
- Complete the following treatment: Bikini – Brazilian, Playboy & Hollywood
- Complete 3 case studies 1 of each treatment
- Return for Assessment day
Prerequisites
Waxing Course (Over 18)
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being available on the day.
Case-study requirements
Complete 3 case studies 1 of each treatment

Gel Polish
Develop practical gel polish skills, from nail and skin knowledge through to consultation, treatment preparation, professional application, treatment protocols and aftercare.
Duration1 day
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin & nail
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed.
Prerequisites
Manicure Course
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual that sits alongside this course that is sent out as a pre reading element as well as being available on the day.

Builder Gel
Learn the professional preparation and application of builder gel, supported by nail and skin knowledge, consultation, treatment protocols, practical experience and aftercare.
Duration1 day
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin & nail
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed.
Prerequisites
Manicure Course
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual that sits alongside this course that is sent out as a pre reading element as well as being available on the day.

Polygel Nails
Develop practical Polygel nail skills, including treatment preparation and application, alongside nail and skin knowledge, consultation, professional protocols and aftercare.
Duration1 day
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin & nail
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed.
Prerequisites
Nail Enhancements
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual that sits alongside this course that is sent out as a pre reading element as well as being available on the day.

Deep Tissue Massage
Develop your existing massage skills with deep tissue massage routines and techniques, alongside consultation, contraindications, aftercare, practical treatment experience and case studies.
Duration1.5 days + pre-study manual + case studies
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1.5 days + pre-study manual + case studies
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, insurance and professional ethics
- Deep Tissue Massage routine & Techniques
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
Practical topics
- Complete a full treatment
- Receive a full treatment
Prerequisites
Body Massage
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being used on the day.
Kit requirements
None

Pregnancy Massage
Learn how to safely adapt massage throughout pregnancy, covering the trimesters, benefits and effects of pregnancy massage, consultation, aftercare and practical treatment skills.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, insurance and professional ethics
- Anatomy & physiology
- Benefits & effects of pregnancy massage
- Adapting a massage
- Trimesters of the pregnancy
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
Practical topics
- Complete a full treatment
- Receive a full treatment
Prerequisites
Body Massage
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being used on the day.
Kit requirements
None

Oncology Massage
Develop knowledge and practical skills for adapting massage for oncology clients, including medical consent, treatment restrictions, consultation, preparation, massage routines and case studies.
Duration1.5 days + pre-study manual + case studies
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1.5 days + pre-study manual + case studies
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, insurance and professional ethics
- Adaptations for massage
- Types of issues you might encounter
- Medical consent
- Preparation & restrictions
- Massage routine
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
Practical topics
- Complete a full treatment
- Receive a full treatment
Prerequisites
Body Massage
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being used on the day.
Kit requirements
None

Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Develop practical Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage skills, exploring its benefits and effects, specialist techniques, anatomy and physiology, consultation and aftercare.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, insurance and professional ethics
- Anatomy & physiology
- Benefits & effects of MLD massage
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
Practical topics
- Complete a full treatment
- Receive a full treatment
Prerequisites
Body Massage
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being used on the day.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Techniques
Kit requirements
None

Thai Herbal Bundles
Learn how to incorporate Thai herbal bundles into massage treatments, covering anatomy and physiology, consultation, bundle selection, treatment techniques and aftercare.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Anatomy & physiology
- How to use Thai bundles in a treatment
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
Practical topics
- Day 1 Model for full consultation, choice of bundle and treatment
Prerequisites
Body Massage
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual that sits alongside this course that is sent out as a pre reading element as well as being used on the day.
Kit requirements
None

Thermal Auricular
Develop the knowledge and practical skills required to perform thermal auricular treatments, including ear anatomy, consultation, treatment preparation, application, protocols and aftercare.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Anatomy & physiology of the skin and ear
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed.
Prerequisites
None
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as a pre reading element as well as being available on the day.

Crystal Therapy
Explore crystal therapy, including crystal types, cleansing, programming, layouts, grids and the seven chakras, before developing your skills through practical treatment experience.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, insurance and professional ethics
- Types and shapes of crystals
- Caring and cleansing your crystals
- Choosing and programming your crystals
- Crystal layouts and grids
- The 7 chakras
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra actions and aftercare
- List of 30 common crystals
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration
- Complete a full treatment
- Receive a full treatment
Prerequisites
None
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual sits alongside this course that is sent out as pre reading as well as being used on the day.
Kit requirements
Chakra Flat Stone kit

Spray Tan
Learn how to prepare for and perform a professional spray tan, including consultation, patch testing, treatment application, protocols, aftercare and practical treatment experience.
Duration1 day + pre-study manual
- Awarding Body
- Professional Beauty Direct
- Duration
- 1 day + pre-study manual
Knowledge topics
- Legislation
- Health, safety and hygiene
- Licensing, Insurance and professional ethics
- Consultation, contra-indications, contra-actions and aftercare
- Treatment preparation
- Treatment application and protocols
Practical topics
- Observe a demonstration of the treatment
- Complete a full treatment
- Have a full treatment completed
Prerequisites
None
Pre-study requirements
A detailed manual that sits alongside this course that is sent out as a pre reading element as well as being used on the day of the training.
Kit requirements
Patch testing
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