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BA (Hons)/FdA Accredited by University College Birmingham The BA (Hons) is subject to validation and approval AESTHETIC PRACTITIONER

OVERVIEW With non-surgical aesthetic treatments becoming increasingly popular in the UK, demand for qualified practitioners is at an all-time high. Open to therapists and non-therapists alike, our Aesthetic Practitioner degree opens the doors for you to pursue a variety of reputable and lucrative careers in this rapidly expanding industry. Learning in our commercial state-of-the-art Aspire Aesthetics clinic on campus and using the very latest equipment, you will study and practise a range of non-medical procedures in cosmetology, hair removal and skin rejuvenation, developing knowledge and skills in advanced electrical face and body technologies. Procedures you will master include laser treatments, intense pulsed light, chemical peeling and skin needling, ensuring you have the skills to thrive in this booming sector. You will have the chance to gain vital real-world experience through a work placement and engage with industry experts through conferences and guest speaker visits, while you will also have the opportunity to visit the Mesoestetic production facility in Barcelona. Demonstrating best practice and providing reassurance to students and clients alike, University College Birmingham adheres to guidelines from the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) and the Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority (CPSA). Students studying the FdA will have the option of progressing onto the final year of the BA (Hons).

Studying at University College Birmingham has been a pleasure for me. The experienced lecturers provide a high level of study in the aesthetic industry alongside their interest for every individual’s academic The whole University community has helped me make headway in many aspects. and practical development.

Maria Michaelidou Aesthetic Practitioner FdA

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Course

BA (Hons)

FdA

UCAS Code

W210

W200

Course Length Typical Offer

3 years

2 years

A-levels: CD BTEC: PPP Tariff: 56 UCAS Tariff points Other Level 3 qualifications are also welcome

A-levels: CCC BTEC: MMM Tariff: 96 UCAS Tariff points Other Level 3 qualifications are also welcome

For the most up-to-date course information, including full entry requirements, visit: ucb.ac.uk/aesthetic

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