Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in Aesthetic Practice - Leeds

The rationale of the programme is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their aesthetic practice capabilities within the health and aesthetic sector. The expected outcome of the Certificate, which is the achievement of a recognised UK qualification, is for learners to develop the skills required by organisations and the aesthetic industry globally.

This qualification will prepare learners for employment and support a range of roles in the workplace. This qualification provides a specialist work-related programme of study that provides breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding, along with practical skills required in the aesthetics sector. This qualification will help to prepare professional staff and managers of the future in the aesthetics sector. This qualification provides a generic core of mandatory units that apply in all aesthetics contexts.

Compulsory modules

• Legal and Regulatory Requirements in Aesthetic Practice
• Professional Standards within Aesthetic Practice
• Working Collaboratively with Healthcare Professionals
• Anatomy, Physiology and Morphology of the Ageing Face
• Skin Micro-needling and Chemical Peels

Important information

Enrolment on this course is subject to an interview to determine its suitability for your needs. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be available—please contact us for further details. However, summative assessments will be required. Upon enrolment, you will receive a personalised 1-2-1 induction and gain access to learning materials. To ensure you are fully prepared, written assignments must be completed before attending practical training sessions.

If you select the Deposit option, you will receive an invitation to sign up for Direct Debit (6 instalments of £417).

Entry requirements

A minimum of a Level 4 qualification in a related sector e.g:

• VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Award in Skin Needling/Peeling
• A QUALIFI Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Procedures for Skin Rejuvenation
• A QUALIFI Level 4 Certificate in Aesthetic Practice
• A VTCT or QUALIFI Level 4 Diploma/Certificate in Micropigmentation
• A QUALFI Level 4 Certificate in Laser, Light and Energy-Based Procedures
• A VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments
• Or an equivalent Level 4 Regulated Qualification in the relevant sector
• Plus: Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) and anaphylaxis management qualification

Learning outcomes

1. Analysing, synthesising and summarising information critically
2. The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full and critical understanding the ability to think independently and solve problems
3. Apply subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems
4. Recognise the moral and ethical issues of aesthetics practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct
5. An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of aesthetics industry
6. Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, assemble arguments in a mature way and engage in debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists
7. Transferable skills and knowledge which will enable individuals to meet changing needs
8. Adaptability to changes in the aesthetics environment
9. Motivating individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career.