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Advanced Aesthetic Treatments Level 4

Course code: P09134

Subject area: Beauty & Aesthetics

Study level: School Leaver

Course level: 4

Course details

Course time:

Days of week:

Various

Course date:

8th Sept 2025 - 3rd Jul 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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Have you just completed your L3 Beauty Therapy qualification and are maybe working as a therapist but are looking to expand your skillset into the growing Level 4 Aesthetics market? Do you want to take your beauty industry learning to the next level? Are you already working with laser and IPL systems but are concerned about the imminent government regulation changes that require you to hold an accredited qualification? If any of those ring true, then this is the course for you. Working together with high end medical grade laser and IPL systems from renowned Lynton Lasers, we will provide extensive training and support in this field that will allow you to feel competent and safe once working out in this exciting and lucrative industry.
This qualification is informed by employers and national occupational standards for beauty therapy and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a LASER and Intense Pulsed Light Systems practitioner, specialising in hair growth reduction and skin rejuvenation.

Learners must achieve all mandatory units, which include:

Principles, practice and ethics of advanced aesthetic therapies

Investigative consultation for advanced aesthetic therapies

Skin science for advanced aesthetic therapies

Perform hair growth reduction using Intense Pulsed Light systems

Perform hair growth reduction using LASER systems

Perform skin rejuvenation using Intense Pulsed Light systems

Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices

Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety pertaining to level 4 aesthetic therapies. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to communicate, consult with and analyse clients for treatment, whilst honing their customer service skills.

Course units
Principles, practice and ethics of advanced aesthetic therapies

Investigative consultation for advanced aesthetic therapies

Skin science for advanced aesthetic therapies

Perform hair growth reduction using Intense Pulsed Light systems

Perform hair growth reduction using LASER systems

Perform skin rejuvenation using Intense Pulsed Light systems

Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices

What next?
Further Level 4 courses for example Skin Needling, Skin Peeling, Radiofrequency
Entry criteria
You must be 18 years or older and hold a recognised Level 3 Beauty Therapy qualification which must include Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology. A successful interview must also be achieved.
Fee information
Course fees: Study programme funded for 18 year olds. If 19+ £3995.

Uniform: £54

Exam fees: £216

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

16-18 Fee:

£0.00

19+ Fee:

£0.00

Qualifications received
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Aesthetic Treatments
Learning & method assessment
To be awarded this qualification, learners must successfully achieve the following assessments:
• Course work/portfolio evidence
• Case studies/portfolio evidence
• Summative practical assessments
The teaching team will guide and support you fully to build your confidence and experience when providing these specialist advanced services. You will work on live models throughout.
You will also build an online portfolio of written work and client case studies.
User skills
Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety pertaining to level 4 aesthetic therapies. They will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to communicate, consult with and analyse clients for treatment, whilst honing their customer service skills.

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