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Give your prospects a make-over with a beauty therapy course at Derby College.

Beauty industry

The beauty therapy industry is becoming increasingly diverse, paving the way for a dynamic range of career opportunities.  

Not only are there over 13,000 beauty therapy salons in the UK, but many thousands of hairdressing and barbering salons now offer beauty treatments too. Add to that the growing number of spas and nail bars, and you will find plenty of options to develop your skills.

Beauty careers

A qualification in beauty therapy can take you much further than your local salon. Some therapists go into jobs in holiday resorts or onboard cruise liners - or even in hospitals to help people on the road to recovery. Many choose to set up in business and some develop their own beauty products.

At the most glamorous level, beauty therapists and make-up artists may find themselves working with the leading lights of fashion, film and TV, helping them achieve the looks they need for photo shoots or starring roles.

Whatever career route you pursue, you will be content in the knowledge that you are helping people look and feel better. Job satisfaction runs high in this industry: research has shown that beauty therapists are the happiest workers in the UK.

Beauty courses

Derby College beauty courses cover everything from media make-up to nail art, aromatherapy to massage, eyelash extensions to facial skin care and much more.

Our courses are offered at levels 1, 2 and 3, which means there are various entry points depending on your experience - and clear progression routes for you to reach high professional standards.

Moving on to university is also an option for those who gain the right qualifications, with degrees in subjects such as spa and salon management increasingly coming on stream.

You could also choose a Beauty Apprenticeship

Beauty at Derby College

All beauty therapy courses at Derby College are taught in our SENSI salons at The Roundhouse and Ilkeston.

The salons provide a professional and creative service for customers - and an ideal setting for your training. You will work with paying clients, achieve treatment and retail targets, and gain an invaluable insight into the running of a commercial venture.  

The beauty department at Derby College has a great reputation in the beauty industry. Experienced therapists and salon owners attend our training courses, accredited by the Guild of Professional Therapists, to update their skills in everything from hot stone therapies to infant massage. Our salon at the Roundhouse has even been selected to host prestigious events such as the UK finals of the World Skills Beauty Therapy competition.

You will be taught by professionals with extensive industry experience. Our friendly and dedicated beauty staff also have links with employers.