Skin Health & Facial Treatments Course [Mentor-Led]

Master the art of professional skincare and facial treatments with personalised mentoring from a leading industry professional.

Watch the video below for a sneek peak into the course.

Skin health and facials are among the most sought-after beauty services today, making it the perfect time to upskill, start your own business, or pursue a career in the beauty industry.

Co-created and endorsed by leading skincare professionals, this comprehensive course equips you with essential techniques, from analysing skin types to performing professional-grade facials. You'll also learn advanced treatments like chemical exfoliation and facial massage.

The program includes:

• 1:1 Mentoring: Receive personalised feedback and career advice from your dedicated mentor, a highly experienced skincare and facial treatments professional.
• Live Events & Workshops: Practise advanced techniques in real-time sessions designed to refine your skills and improve your confidence.
• Wholesale Product Discounts: Students can purchase top-quality beauty products and tools at significantly reduced prices.

(Optional) Add-On: Beauty Business Fundamentals Course

Those looking to accelerate your career or launch your own business can compliment your new Skin & Facials skills by adding to this course an optional Beauty Business Fundamentals course. Designed for aspiring beauty entrepreneurs, this program provides a foundation in building, marketing, and managing your own beauty business, whether in a salon, home-based or mobile setup.

Interested in learning more?

Click on “_Apply Now_” button (top right) and fill out an expression of interest form to receive a detailed course guide and a complimentary consultation with a course advisor. Let’s explore how this program can help you achieve your goals in skin health and facial treatments and take your next steps.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Skin Health & Facial Treatments course, you will have learned how to:

• Identify different skin types and conditions to recommend tailored treatments.
• Perform professional facials using cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration techniques.
• Apply chemical exfoliation treatments safely and effectively.
• Master facial massage techniques to improve skin tone and relaxation.
• Incorporate advanced skincare tools and technologies in treatments.

Recognition of Achievement:

Upon completing the course, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion and a Digital Badge, which you can include on your CV and share on social media and/or your website to showcase your achievements.

Course content

What will be covered in this Skin Health & Facial Treatments course?

This program will take approximately 80 hours to complete and contains the following lessons:

• Introduction to Skin Health & Facial Treatments: Gain an understanding of skin health fundamentals, the scope of the skincare industry, and career opportunities.
• Skin Science: Explore the function and structure of the skin, including layers, the skin barrier, cell turnover, and how skin changes across the lifespan.
• Skin Health: Learn what defines healthy skin and explore the impact of genetics, hormones, nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental factors on skin health.
• Skin Analysis: Develop skills to identify skin types, concerns, and conditions through both basic and advanced analysis techniques.
• Skin Products & Ingredients: Understand skincare products and ingredients, evaluate their effectiveness, and learn how to create customised skincare routines.
• Designing & Recommending Facials: Combine treatment and relaxation techniques to design effective facials focusing on hygiene and advanced treatment modalities.
• Fundamental Facial Techniques: Learn core techniques like cleansing, steaming, exfoliation, massage, mask application, gua sha, and finishing products.
• Performing Facials from Start-to-Finish: Master the steps of a full facial treatment, from consultation to communication and assessing outcomes.

Course Activities & Assignments

This mentor-led course includes a variety of activities to enhance your learning:

• Knowledge Checks: Reinforce your understanding with quizzes after each lesson.
• Activity: Skin Analysis: Practice evaluating skin health and condition through guided exercises.
• Activity: Skin Product Analysis: Evaluate skincare products and understand how different ingredients work to enhance skin health.
• Final Assignment: Design & Perform a Facial: Complete a treatment plan, perform a facial, and receive feedback to refine your skills and grow professionally.

(Optional) Add-On: Beauty Business Fundamentals

This optional course to bundle with this specialist skin and facials program features an additional four lessons:

• Building a Beauty Business: Essentials of planning, financing, and legal requirements.
• Brand & Marketing: Create a strong brand and attract clients with effective marketing.
• Business Operations: Manage scheduling, finances, and daily tasks with ease.
• The Client Experience: Deliver exceptional customer service and build client loyalty.

These lessons will take an additional ~20 hours to complete and set you up for success!

Intended audience

Who is this Skin Health & Facial Treatments course for?

This course is ideal for:

• Aspiring Skincare Professionals: Gain the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to start a rewarding career in skincare and facial treatments.
• Beauty Enthusiasts: Turn your passion for skin health into a valuable skillset, perfect for personal growth or a future career.
• Salon Professionals: Expand your service offerings with in-demand facial treatments and advanced skincare techniques.

Course materials

This course is delivered online through a partner education provider.

You will need access to either a computer, laptop, or tablet with an internet connection. No other prerequisites are required.

This self-paced course fits around your schedule, featuring:

• Engaging video lessons and step-by-step treatment tutorials featuring expert insights, tips and tricks from practising professionals
• Regular live webinars, workshops, and training events hosted by your mentor and industry training partners such as M.A.C Cosmetics
• Quizzes and activities to help solidify your understanding
• Self-paced learning on the user-friendly platform, with instant support from its AI-powered Learning Assistant
• Access to exclusive student benefits, including discounts from industry partners on professional beauty kits and tools, representing huge savings in comparison to buying at retail prices.

Optional Beauty Kits

Upon enrolment, you’ll receive an email providing exclusive access to discounted beauty kits from our education provider's preferred supplier, Barneys Salon Supplies. This benefit lets you purchase top-quality beauty products and tools at significantly reduced prices. You’ll find various kit options tailored to fit different budgets and preferences, each designed to support the hands-on activities and assignments in the course. Already stocked up? Use your wholesale discount to replenish or expand your supplies whenever needed.

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