Professional Beauty Therapy Courses
You will find our current Beauty Therapy course offerings below. We can also provide on-site training for small groups if you are unable to attend a course at our Falkirk training centre. If you do not see the course you are looking for or wish to discuss some on-site training, please contact us with your details as we may be able to add the course to our current course schedule.
Please note that you must be a member of the Guild of Professional Beauty Therapists to register for these courses. You can find out how to become a member by visiting the Beauty Guild website.
If your course isn't scheduled, please add yourself to our Waiting List and we will contact you when it is available.
All of our courses (not tutorials) are accredited by SQA or the Guild of beauty and insurable.
Accredited guild training provider school number 11343
Fast Track intensive Hair Styling and Makeup course
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY!
FAST TRACK INTENSIVE HAIR STYLING AND MAKEUP COURSE.
(2-day practical course with online learning as well)
Eyebrow Tinting, Eyebrow & Facial Waxing
On this course you will learn all the theory prior to carrying out: eyebrow tint and shape and waxing of facial areas (lip and chin).
Waxing
The course is well written and accompanied by images, video and a voice- over. Upon completion of the online theory modules, students will receive a manual which they can use to refer back to.
Indian Head Massage
This course covers the technique for upper back, shoulder, upper arm, neck, scalp and face massage
Please note: A model is required for this course.
Sculptured Acrylic nails
The freehand art of building an acrylic nail onto a nail form. You will learn how to create the most beautiful versatile type of acrylic nail extension. You will learn sculpting with French and natural coloured acrylic.
Intimate waxing
Time to tidy the lady garden! Learn how to use hot wax effectively and safely to remove unwanted hair. The Brazilian, Hollywood and playboy intimate waxing techniques will be covered on this course. Disposable underwear will be provided.
Chemical Peel training (AHA/BHA)
Chemical Peel training (AHA/BHA) (4T Medical accredited)
Skin peel training is the next natural step onwards from a facial treatment.
Needing Menopause help?
Learn yoga moves for hot flushes, managing anxiety, how to treat your skin, body changes, sleep, nutrition and the deep stirring inside you.
GTi Pedicure Award
The GTi Pedicure Award is accredited by the Guild of Beauty Therapists, the UK’s leading professional beauty trade body.
You will be required to bring a model or request one to be provided by us.
Course Cost £195
Kit provided for use on the day. Optional to purchase kit - prices start from £50.
Threading
The GTi Threading course covers how to give a full Threading treatment and covers the history, technique and aftercare of the treatment.
Builder in a bottle Nails
This 4-hour course will teach you BIAB Nails (Builder in a bottle).
BIAB or Builder in a Bottle is a gel-like nail polish applied as an overlay on natural nails or short extensions. It works like a gel but it dries strong and durable, meaning your clients are less likely to chip between sessions.
Make up Contouring tutorial
Does make up give you the fear? Don’t know where to start?! Well contouring your face is the best place to start. Join us as a complete beginner or novice!
Reflexology
A powerful therapy which has a very positive effect on health and well-being. By applying pressure to specific areas of the feet, it helps to unblock any areas of tension and imbalance within the body. This practical 1 day course covers reading and interpreting the feet as well as performing relaxation and pressure techniques. It is designed to give you the confidence, support and ability to offer a full reflexology treatment.
SCQF Level 5 Massage Techniques (SQA)
Prerequisite: There are no pre requisites for this course, however a basic knowledge in Anatomy and Physiology is preferred. Experience within the Beauty or Massage industry is desirable.
SQA Level 2 Facial
SQA Level 2 Facial
Part-time, flexible learning, theory from home and with a tutor, practical and theory duration varies, approximately 8 weeks.
Microneedling and Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy training with microneedling (4T Medical accredited)
The mesotherapy treatment is the ultimate combination to microneedling.
Electric file (E-file) - SQA Accredited
Maintain and Finish Nail Overlays using an Electric File (E-File)
Builder & Acrylic Sculptured nails
This tutorial will upskill you and show you how to create the perfectly sculpted nail using a form and a product of choice, either BIAB/ACRYLIC OR GEL. First you can observe the demonstration then you can get to work on your own model to practice your skills. This is a tutorial and no certification will be provided, however, if you want a certificate please speak to us and we can arrange this for you for an additional fee.
Gel polish
Learn how to prepare and perform the most popular alternative to nail varnish. UV gel polish creates the perfect nail finish setting under a UV lamp within 2 minutes and lasts for 2 weeks or more.
Make up - 1 Day Course
Do you want to be a makeup artist?
This accredited make up course covers all you need to know to create the perfect day look into a dramatic evening look. The preparation and skills you need starting with primer and finishing with lashes is all covered. This will equip you with skills and confidence to be more adventurous with your own make up as well as allowing you to start your MUA journey.
Make-up Tutorial 16+ (no upper age limit)
Make-up workshop covering Contouring, Eyes and brows, Foundation and cheeks and full make up and lashes
Gel Nail Enhancements
The art of applying nail tips correctly will be worked on before going onto the application of gel (clear/pink). You will learn how to build the perfectly structured enhancement then move onto the best invention ever, gel polish! No more waiting on polish to dry! You can bring your own kit, order a kit with the training or do the training only.
Acrylic Nail Enhancements
This course will teach you how to correctly apply tips with an acrylic overlay using a French or a natural finish. You will also learn how to freehand sculpt using acrylic. On the day if you feel more comfortable choosing one method to develop (tips or sculpting) then that is absolutely fine.
Lash and Brow Treatments
This course covers the technique for eyebrow shaping, eyelash tinting, eyebrow tinting, the application of strip lashes and the application of flare lashes. It also includes fantastic anatomy & physiology resources with clear diagrams and voice over. Reception, consultation and aftercare guidance is covered as well as conra-indications to treatment. Photographs and videos ensure this course is both engaging and informative to give you the confidence to perform all of these lash and brow treatments.
Intro to Make up artistry and advanced make up skills
A 5 day intensive Make Up course including 8 hours online theory and 4 days if practical skills.
Total cost: £735
Ear Candling
This therapy can also be known as thermo-auricular therapy. This ancient natural treatment has many wonderful benefits that can be used for relaxation purposes as well as helping to treat ear or sinus irritation, headaches and migraines. It involves the use of an ear candle that is gently placed within the opening of the ear, this is followed by a specific ear and facial massage treatment.
Please note: You will need to bring your own blanket and a pillow covered with a pillow case for this course.
HNC advanced face and body therapies (SQA)
On this course, you will be kept up to date with a variety of advanced facial and body techniques and treatments that are currently in vogue within the beauty industry.
If you are a qualified therapist, entry qualification with SVQ level 3 or above you can gain accreditation to prior learning in new and advanced face and body therapies.
Prices start from £500 - £2000
Make-up and Skincare Tutorial Ages 10-15
Apollo Duet Training
Learn the BRAND NEW Apollo duet treatment
Apollo Duet combines multiple technologies, including 4th generation quadpolar Radio Frequency, combined Electroporation and Iontophoresis, as well as a cooling and heating function. The combination of these technologies provides an extremely effective anti-ageing treatment, as well as treating problematic skin conditions such as inflamed, irritated skin, acne, pigmentation, seborrhoea and rosacea.
Hot Stone Massage
This course will teach you a full-body hot stone massage, this is a sought-after therapy for everyone.
The cost is £345, 1 Day Training.
Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning is a painless treatment that gently exfoliates your skin, it also removes dirt and vellus hair, this is also known as “peach fuzz.” In this course you will learn how to complete a full Dermaplaning treatment.
Brow Lamination
This GTI Eyebrow Lamination course is designed for those Therapists who are already qualified in Eyebrow Shaping/Waxing and Tinting Techniques.
Please note a model is required for this course, your model must be able to attend the training school for a pre-booked patch test a minimum of 48 hours before the course date. If you are unable to find a model we can find one for you at an extra cost of £30, please Inform us at least a week before if you're struggling to find a model.
Electric file (E-file) - Guild Accredited
Maintain and Finish Nail Overlays using an Electric File (E-File)
Definition Brows
Take your eyebrow treatment to the next level. This course will teach you tinting, waxing, threading, trimming and tweezing to get the perfect brow! Finishing off the treatment with make up to correct and define the client’s brows .
Please note: A model will be required one hour into the class starting. The model needs a tint patch test.
Lash lift and tint
This is a must have for every client! The treatment beautifully lifts and gently curls the lashes giving the WOW factor. Learn how to tint them during this process for optimum results.
Please note: A model will be required one hour into the class starting. The model needs a lashlift and tint patch test
Semi permanent individual Eyelash Extensions - 1.5 day course
The course aims to teach the art of semi permanent individual eyelash extensions whether you are a beginner or already qualified.
Total course cost £435
Nail Art Master Class
Facial Treatments and Skin Care
This course combines the best of both worlds, we start your online learning through the beauty guild portal then once that is complete you begin the SQA Facial therapy treatment techniques course at SCQF Level 7.
Pedicure and Gel Polish
Pedicures are a fantastic way to get new clients into the salon and pamper existing ones. It is a treatment that is often given as a treat, or is booked to make tired toes look lush.
Russian volume lashes
This course will teach you everything you need to know about offering a professional Russian volume treatment and includes a practical training session and assessment.
Lash lift and tint and Lamination Combined course
This course combines our Lash lift and tint and Brow Lamination courses into one session.
Please note: A model will be required one hour into the class starting. The model needs a lashlift and tint patch test
Builder gel nails (natural nail and forms) - 2 day course
This comprehensive gel nail course will teach you the use of a form and sculpting with gel to create a beautiful nail enhancement, as well as learning this you will learn how to apply tips with gel overlay. The use of builder in a bottle (BIAB) and hard gel will be demonstrated by the tutor and then performed by the student.
HNC Body Massage Techniques
The SQA body massage treatments are an SCQF level 7 qualification on this course you will learn full body massage incorporating the use of heat and gyrator massage.
HNC Facial therapy treatments
The SQA facial therapy treatments is an SCQF level seven qualification where you will learn the fundamentals of facial treatments.
Spa Programme
Our Spa Programme consists of both the HNC in Facial Therapy Treatments and the HNC in Body Massage Techniques. Following completion and successful assessment in both of these courses you will be invited to interview and if successful will be employed by MacDonald Inchra Hotel and Spa. Please visit our Spa Programme page for information on how to apply.
Lumixa Phototherapy System
Lumixa is a topical photoconverter gel that is applied to the skin then activated under a professional LED light to produce Fluorescent Light Energy (FLE) which generates multiple hyper-pulsed wavelengths benefiting both the epidermis and dermis.
SVQ Level 2 Nail services (SQA)
The complete nail tech course.
Flexible learning opportunity - join the waiting list and we will contact you.
Total cost of £2350 - A payment plan is available.
Spray Tanning
This in-person course covers the technique for performing a spray tanning treatment, prior access to theory and illustrations to prepare for this half day. The theory also includes fantastic anatomy and physiology resources with clear diagrams. Health and safety guidance is covered as well as contra-actions and contra-indications and aftercare.
HND Beauty Therapy
Study a HND in Beauty Therapy with Professional Salon Training. We currently offer 2 intakes per year. Contact us today to find out more information and when the next intake is.
HNC Beauty Therapy
Study a HNC in Beauty Therapy with Professional Salon Training. We currently offer 2 intakes per year. Contact us today to find out more information and when the next intake is.
Award in Education and Training (AET) - Flexible Dates
Self Study - Various dates available to suit
There is a huge demand for training in the professional beauty industry which is why for so many therapists, the next step in their career is into the training area. Treatment trends come and go, but the demand for training remains constant.