LEVEL 4
VTCT COURSES
Study the theory and complete your assignments online, then build your practical skills in small classes at Cheshire Beauty College. Practise consultations and treatments with live models, gather the evidence required for your qualification, and complete your assessments and examinations at the appropriate stage. We will explain your assessment plan and any entry checks before enrolment. Ask us about course dates and payment options, or book a free career chat to choose your pathway.
A course may be suitable as your next step without automatically satisfying every entry, insurance or device requirement for the next qualification. We confirm eligibility before enrolment.
VTCT LEVEL 4 SKIN PEELS
The aim of this qualification is to develop the learner’s knowledge, understanding and practical skills when using superficial skin peel products and techniques to rejuvenate the condition of the skin.
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Vtct itec Level 4 Skin Peels product code bt4a7
Qual code 610/1638/x
Guided learning hours: 52 GLH
Regulated title: VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 4 Award in Skin Peeling
Introduction: Develop the knowledge and practical judgement to select, perform and review professional skin peeling treatments. Learn to assess suitability, manage contraindications, record outcomes and provide aftercare.
Entry: Appropriate Level 3 beauty or aesthetic foundation.
One specialist unit: UBT280 Provide Skin Peeling Treatments. An external practical examination is recorded separately in the qualification structure.
Assessment: Complete theory, practical evidence, case studies and knowledge and practical examinations according to the current assessment plan.
Career pathway: Combine this expertise with Level 4 Microneedling. If you want to work with laser or IPL, discuss Core of Knowledge followed by the appropriate treatment specific Level 4 award.
Price
£1399 payment options available
Spread the Cost
We offer options that allow you to spread the cost of your training course.
BONUS
The Business Masterclass is included free with every Business Launch Package (usual price £147). Start learning how to set up and run your business with video lessons and downloadable resources you can use as you plan your services, pricing and next steps. Download the materials and work through them at your own pace, with ongoing support from our tutors” I have attached the link to the masterclass below
“Our Dermalogica Aspire Programme is worth £800 and is included free when you enrol onto selected VTCT facial courses. It adds professional CPD to your regulated training. Check individual course inclusions for eligibility.
VTCT (ITEC) LEVEL 4 MICRO NEEDLING
The VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Certificate in Skin Needling is an advanced therapy qualification aimed at level 3 qualified practitioners aged 18 and over, who wish to add this therapy to their repertoire of treatment offerings. This qualification is informed by employers and national occupational standards for beauty therapy and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a fully commercial skin needling practitioner.
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Level 4 Microneedling product code bt4a2
Qual number 610/1635/4
Guided learning hours: 52 GLH
Regulated title: VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 4 Award in Skin Needling
Introduction: Learn to plan and carry out cosmetic skin needling treatments, with close attention to skin assessment, consultation, infection control, treatment parameters and aftercare.
Entry: An appropriate Level 3 beauty or aesthetic foundation.
One specialist unit: UBT278 Provide Cosmetic Skin Needling Treatments.
Assessment: Theory and treatment evidence, case studies, a knowledge examination and an externally assessed practical treatment in accordance with the current assessment plan.
Career pathway: Add CBC’s Level 4 Skin Peels to broaden your skin treatment menu. Level 4 Skin Rejuvenation.
Price
£1399 payment options available
Spread the Cost
We offer options that allow you to spread the cost of your training course.
BONUS
The Business Masterclass is included free with every Business Launch Package (usual price £147). Start learning how to set up and run your business with video lessons and downloadable resources you can use as you plan your services, pricing and next steps. Download the materials and work through them at your own pace, with ongoing support from our tutors” I have attached the link to the masterclass below
“Our Dermalogica Aspire Programme is worth £800 and is included free when you enrol onto selected VTCT facial courses. It adds professional CPD to your regulated training. Check individual course inclusions for eligibility.
LEVEL 4 CORE OF KNOWLEDGE FOR LASER & LIGHT DEVICES
Understand the science and safety principles behind laser and light devices before progressing into hands-on laser or IPL treatments. This is a knowledge qualification and does not itself qualify a learner to perform a laser treatment.
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Level 4 Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices product code bt4a14
Qualification number 610/2388/7,
Guided learning hours: 5 GLH
Regulated title: VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 4 Award in Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices,
Introduction: Understand the science and safety principles behind laser and light devices before progressing into hands-on laser or IPL treatments. This is a knowledge qualification and does not itself qualify a learner to perform a laser treatment.
Entry: Suitable for people planning specialist laser or IPL study.
One unit: UBT449 Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices. Topics include laser and light principles, tissue interaction, hazards, risk controls, consultation and safe practice.
Assessment: Knowledge assessment.
Career pathway: Progress to Level 4 Laser Hair Removal course, then consider the planned Level 4 Skin Rejuvenation and Level 5 Laser Tattoo Removal where each qualification’s entry conditions are met.
Price
Spread the Cost
We offer options that allow you to spread the cost of your training course.
BONUS
The Business Masterclass is included free with every Business Launch Package (usual price £147). Start learning how to set up and run your business with video lessons and downloadable resources you can use as you plan your services, pricing and next steps. Download the materials and work through them at your own pace, with ongoing support from our tutors” I have attached the link to the masterclass below
“Our Dermalogica Aspire Programme is worth £800 and is included free when you enrol onto selected VTCT facial courses. It adds professional CPD to your regulated training. Check individual course inclusions for eligibility.
LEVEL 4 AWARD IN LASER HAIR REMOVAL
Learn to assess clients and deliver professional laser hair reduction treatments safely. Build your understanding of hair growth, skin response, treatment planning, device settings, protective measures and aftercare.
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Level 4 Award in Laser Hair Removal product code ab40394
Qual code 600/4910/8
Guided learning hours: 89 TQT – Total qualification time.
Website heading: VTCT Level 4 Laser Hair Removal
Introduction: Learn to assess clients and deliver professional laser hair reduction treatments safely. Build your understanding of hair growth, skin response, treatment planning, device settings, protective measures and aftercare.
Entry: Appropriate prior beauty or aesthetic training and laser safety knowledge. Level 4 Core of Knowledge is a prerequisite.
Units: UBT451 Perform Hair Growth Reduction using LASER Systems.
Assessment: Learners should expect treatment case studies/evidence, knowledge assessment and practical examination according to the specific registered qualification.
Career pathway: Develop into Level 4 Skin Rejuvenation and Level 5 Tattoo Removal route.
Price
payment options available
Spread the Cost
We offer options that allow you to spread the cost of your training course.
BONUS
The Business Masterclass is included free with every Business Launch Package (usual price £147). Start learning how to set up and run your business with video lessons and downloadable resources you can use as you plan your services, pricing and next steps. Download the materials and work through them at your own pace, with ongoing support from our tutors” I have attached the link to the masterclass below
“Our Dermalogica Aspire Programme is worth £800 and is included free when you enrol onto selected VTCT facial courses. It adds professional CPD to your regulated training. Check individual course inclusions for eligibility.
LEVEL 4 AESTHETIC SKINCARE DIPLOMA
A broader advanced skincare pathway for therapists who want to combine several treatment modalities and develop consultation and treatment planning in greater depth.
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Level 4 Aesthetic Skincare Diploma
Guided learning hours: 191 GLH if the registered qualification is the Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Aesthetic Treatments (610/3733/3). The differently titled Diploma in Advanced Skincare requires its own GLH check.
Website heading: VTCT Level 4 Aesthetic Skincare Diploma
Introduction: A broader advanced skincare pathway for therapists who want to combine several treatment modalities and develop consultation and treatment planning in greater depth.
Entry and content: Requires a suitable prior Level 3 foundation and any additional prerequisites for the chosen regulated diploma. CBC should list only the modalities contained in its actual registered qualification and taught programme.
Units and assessment: Check before publishing: CBC’s ITEC centre listing shows Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Aesthetic Treatments, 610/3733/3, while VTCT also has a distinct Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Skincare, 603/4044/7. These titles cannot be treated as interchangeable. Confirm which diploma CBC sells, its mandatory and optional units, entry rules, case studies and examinations from the enrolment record; then insert the exact unit table here. Assessment consists of the required theory, portfolio and practical evidence for that confirmed diploma.
Career pathway: Select further CBC Level 4 specialisms that are not already included in your diploma; explore the planned Level 5 Tattoo Removal where the specific entry rules are met.
Price
Spread the Cost
We offer options that allow you to spread the cost of your training course.
BONUS
The Business Masterclass is included free with every Business Launch Package (usual price £147). Start learning how to set up and run your business with video lessons and downloadable resources you can use as you plan your services, pricing and next steps. Download the materials and work through them at your own pace, with ongoing support from our tutors” I have attached the link to the masterclass below
“Our Dermalogica Aspire Programme is worth £800 and is included free when you enrol onto selected VTCT facial courses. It adds professional CPD to your regulated training. Check individual course inclusions for eligibility.
LEVEL 4 SKIN REJUVENATION
Build on your laser and light knowledge with specialist training in light-based skin rejuvenation. Learn to consult and select clients, choose appropriate treatment parameters, manage risk, record results and provide clear aftercare. Register your interest for the first course dates and confirmed entry criteria.
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Level 4 Skin Rejuvenation coming early 2027 product code ab40395
Qual number 600/4911/x
Guided learning hours: to be confirmed once CBC chooses and is approved for the exact one-unit IPL or LASER award. VTCT lists 89 hours of TQT for each possible award; that is not a verified GLH figure.
Website heading: VTCT Level 4 Skin Rejuvenation | Coming Early 2027
Introduction: Build on your laser and light knowledge with specialist training in light-based skin rejuvenation. Learn to consult and select clients, choose appropriate treatment parameters, manage risk, record results and provide clear aftercare. Register your interest for the first course dates and confirmed entry criteria.
One specialist treatment unit: VTCT offers separate awards for skin rejuvenation using IPL systems, 610/2432/6, and skin rejuvenation using LASER systems, 610/2431/4. CBC has specified a one-unit course, but the exact modality and unit code must be checked before the regulated title is published.
Entry and assessment: Prior appropriate Level 3/4 training, Core of Knowledge and other prerequisites will be confirmed for the chosen qualification. Students will complete the awarding body’s treatment evidence and examinations. Check before publishing: qualification title, approval, precise unit, case studies, exams and enrolment date. Do not take bookings against an unconfirmed regulated award.
Career pathway: Continue to the planned Level 5 Laser Tattoo Removal when its own entry requirements are met.
Price
payment options available
Spread the Cost
We offer options that allow you to spread the cost of your training course.
BONUS
The Business Masterclass is included free with every Business Launch Package (usual price £147). Start learning how to set up and run your business with video lessons and downloadable resources you can use as you plan your services, pricing and next steps. Download the materials and work through them at your own pace, with ongoing support from our tutors” I have attached the link to the masterclass below
“Our Dermalogica Aspire Programme is worth £800 and is included free when you enrol onto selected VTCT facial courses. It adds professional CPD to your regulated training. Check individual course inclusions for eligibility.
FAQ
What types of training courses do you offer?
We offer a variety of courses including beauty, nails, laser hair removal, facial, massage advanced aesthetic skincare course.
Not only do we just teach you both theory and knowledge that you will need to progress in the industry we also offer free valuable business advice too
How long do the training courses last?
Course durations vary, ranging from 1 day to 16 weeks.
Our VTCT courses start from 4 weeks. You can work as quick or steady as you like. Course durations are there for your guidance.
What happens after I finish my assignments?
Once your assignments are completed you can upload your assignments onto your student portal and one of our team will mark this assignment. Once this is marked as passed we then ask our team of assessors and IQA’s to confirm your passed assignments and if all the work is up to the curriculum standards you will then attend practical training at out training centre.
What happens at my practical training?
You will cover all relevant theory, recap information from your student portal and If required complete practical observations and examinations
What happens if I fail my examinations?
You can take 3 examination re-sists free of charge. In the unlikely event you do need to re-sit for a fourth time, further costs will be required prior to this.
What do I need to bring along to my practical training?
You are required to bring along an A4 folder with dividers which include your passed assignments, your completed consultation form and a notepad.
Will lunch be provided?
We provide refreshments such as tea and coffee. We do recommend bringing along your lunch as the nearest shop is a few minutes drive.
Are the courses accredited?
Yes, our ABT courses are accredited ABT and our VTCT qualifications are Ofqual regulated This ensures you receive high quality education and training.
What qualifications do I need to enrol?
We offer a wide range of courses suitable for beginners. A few of our courses require a level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent. Some advanced programs may have additional prerequisites.
What do I wear to my training course?
We ask that you wear black clothing which you are comfortable in with flat black shoes.
Do you offer flexible training schedules?
Yes, we offer Fast track training courses which are held throughout the day in the evening and weekend options to accommodate different schedules.
Will I receive hands-on training?
Absolutely! Our programs emphasize practical experience, allowing you to work on clients and practice techniques under the supervision of our experienced educators
What kind of job opportunities can I expect after I gain my qualification?
You can pursue a career in salons, spas, clinics and even start your own beauty businesses
Are there any additional costs beyond tuition?
Yes, additional costs may be required if needed such as examination resists, additional textbooks, and kits.
How do I apply for a course?
VTCT Courses – You can apply online through our website and student portal ABT courses – You can send an email to info@cheshirebeautycollege.co.uk A non refundable deposit is required and the remaining balance is due 10 day prior to your training course.
How do i download a prospectus?
We would love to send you more information! Please contact us at info@cheshirebeautycollege.co.uk
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