Sixth Form programme
Whitstable Beauty School & Herne Bay High School Sixth Form
In partnership with Herne Bay High School, our two-year Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing programmes combine recognised qualifications, specialist training and hands-on industry experience.
Duration
2 years
Year 1
Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy
Year 2
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Massage /
Level 3 Diploma in Nail Services & Level 3 Award in Media Make-Up
OPTIONAL YEAR 3
Age dependant
Study location
Whitstable Beauty School
Enrolled with
Herne Bay High School Sixth Form
Work experience
1 day per week
Entry
Interview required
Year 1
Regulated Qualification
VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy General
Develop foundation beauty therapy skills through practical training in facials, brows and lashes, waxing, manicure, pedicure and make-up, alongside essential salon and professional skills.
Programme Year
Year 1
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
VTCT
Programme information
Year 1 forms the first stage of the recommended two-year Sixth Form Beauty Therapy pathway, developing practical beauty therapy skills alongside the professional knowledge required within a salon environment.
What You’ll Learn
Knowledge Topics
- Health and safety
- Reception duties
- Promoting products and services
- Effectiveness at work
Practical Topics
- Facials
- Eyebrow and eyelash treatments
- Waxing
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Make-up
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
GCSE qualifications are desirable but not essential. All students will be interviewed by Whitstable Beauty School, and dedication and a strong work ethic are essential.
Pre-study Requirements
Students who have not achieved a minimum Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics and English will be required to resit these at Herne Bay High School, in line with Department for Education guidelines.
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Progress to Year 2
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Year 2
Regulated Qualification
VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy Massage
Progress your skills through massage therapy, Indian head massage, aromatherapy, hot stone massage and facial electrical therapy, alongside anatomy, client care and professional skills.
Programme Year
Year 2
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
VTCT
Programme information
Year 2 forms the second stage of the recommended two-year pathway, progressing students into specialist massage and facial electrical therapy alongside further professional knowledge and skills.
What You’ll Learn
Knowledge Topics
- Health and safety
- Planning promotional activities
Practical Topics
- Massage therapy
- Indian head massage
- Pre-blended aromatherapy
- Hot stone massage
- Facial electrical therapy
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
GCSE qualifications are desirable but not essential. All students will be interviewed by Whitstable Beauty School, and dedication and a strong work ethic are essential. Students must have achieved a Regulated Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification prior to starting this course.
Pre-study Requirements
Students who have not achieved a minimum Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics and English will be required to resit these at Herne Bay High School, in line with Department for Education guidelines.
Year 2
Regulated Qualification
VTCT Skills Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Nail Services & VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Media Make-Up
For this course learners will achieve 2 qualifications and develop skills through practical training in enhance and maintain nails using UV gel, liquid and powder, nail wrap system, the use of electric files and nail art designs.
The art of media make-up techniques learners will learn to use latex, liquid blood and other coloured cosmetics to create different character and casualty effect, applying small prosthetic pieces such as ear tips, chins and noses and demonstrating artistry of all these elements in their final fantasy look.
Programme Year
Year 2
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
VTCT
Programme information
Year 2 forms the second stage of the recommended two-year pathway, progressing students into professional nail services and media make-up while further developing their knowledge and practical skills.
What You’ll Learn
Knowledge Topics
- Monitor procedures to safely control work operations
- Planning promotional activities
Practical Topics
- Enhance and maintain nails using UV gel
- Enhance and maintain nails using liquid and powder
- Develop a range of creative nail images
- Plan and create nail art designs
- Prepare and finish nail overlays using electric files
- Enhance and maintain nails using wraps
- Media make-up
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
GCSE qualifications are desirable but not essential. All students will be interviewed by Whitstable Beauty School, and dedication and a strong work ethic are essential. Students must have achieved a Regulated Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification prior to starting this course.
Pre-study Requirements
Students who have not achieved a minimum Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics and English will be required to resit these at Herne Bay High School, in line with Department for Education guidelines.
Duration
2 years
Year 1
Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing
Year 2
Level 3 Diploma in Nail Services & Level 3 Award in Media Make-Up
Study location
Whitstable Beauty School
Enrolled with
Herne Bay High School Sixth Form
Work experience
1 day per week
Entry
Interview required
Year 1
Regulated Qualification
VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing
Develop Junior hairdresser skills through practical training in style and finish hair, set
and dress hair, cut hair using basic techniques, colour and lighten hair, advise and
consult with clients, shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp, develop and
maintain your effectiveness at work, Reception duties and plait and twisting hair.
Programme Year
Year 1
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
VTCT
Programme information
Year 1 forms the first stage of the recommended two-year Sixth Form Hairdressing pathway, developing practical skills alongside the professional knowledge required to work in a hair salon environment.
What You’ll Learn
Knowledge Topics
- Health and safety
- Advise and consult with clients
- Reception duties
- Effectiveness at work
Practical Topics
- Shampoo and condition
- Set and dress hair
- Cut, style and finish hair
- Colouring and lightening
- Plait and twisting
- Treat the hair and scalp
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
GCSE qualifications are desirable but not essential. All students will be interviewed by Whitstable Beauty School, and dedication and a strong work ethic are essential.
Pre-study Requirements
Students who have not achieved a minimum Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics and English will be required to resit these at Herne Bay High School, in line with Department for Education guidelines.
↓
Progress to Year 2
↓
Year 2
Regulated Qualification
VTCT Skills Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Nail Services & VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Media Make-Up
For this course learners will achieve 2 qualifications and develop skills through practical training in enhance and maintain nails using UV gel, liquid and powder, nail wrap system, the use of electric files and nail art designs.
The art of media make-up techniques learners will learn to use latex, liquid blood and other coloured cosmetics to create different character and casualty effect, applying small prosthetic pieces such as ear tips, chins and noses and demonstrating artistry of all these elements in their final fantasy look.
Programme Year
Year 2
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
VTCT
Programme information
Year 2 forms the second stage of the recommended two-year pathway, progressing students into professional nail services and media make-up while further developing their knowledge and practical skills.
What You’ll Learn
Knowledge Topics
- Monitor procedures to safely control work operations
- Planning promotional activities
Practical Topics
- Enhance and maintain nails using UV gel
- Enhance and maintain nails using liquid and powder
- Develop a range of creative nail images
- Plan and create nail art designs
- Prepare and finish nail overlays using electric files
- Enhance and maintain nails using wraps
- Media make-up
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
GCSE qualifications are desirable but not essential. All students will be interviewed by Whitstable Beauty School, and dedication and a strong work ethic are essential. Students must have achieved a Regulated Level 2 Beauty Therapy qualification prior to starting this course.
Pre-study Requirements
Students who have not achieved a minimum Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics and English will be required to resit these at Herne Bay High School, in line with Department for Education guidelines.
Learn in a professional environment
Our new 10-bed training salon and bespoke Make-up and Nail Studio provide an exceptional professional learning environment.
Why this pathway was created
Career Progression
We build relationships with local hairdressers and beauty salons to create valuable workplace experience and a clear pathway from education to qualification, employment and a career in the beauty and hairdressing industries.
Whitstable Beauty School is building futures, opening doors for learners, staying ahead of industry and educational change, supporting local employers and creating a culture where vocational ambition is celebrated. We have created a school culture in which young people are encouraged to believe that their version of success matters.
Ready To Take The Next Step?
Start your journey with Whitstable Beauty School and gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to build your future in the beauty therapy and hairdressing industries.