Four courses make up the pathway, from the Level 3 start to the diploma at the top. Pick a level to see what it covers and what you need.
Top of the pathway. The diploma is the most comprehensive Level 7 qualification we teach, and it covers more than the individual Level 7 certificates.
What you study. Facial anatomy, consultation and client assessment, treatment planning, risk awareness, ethics, client care and safe working practice.
What you need first. A recognised Level 5 qualification in non-surgical aesthetic practice, or equivalent, plus a Level 3 life support and anaphylaxis certificate.
Where we train. We train in Finchley, North London. Message us on WhatsApp for dates and the way there from Edinburgh.
The pathway, level by level
Level 3 Foundation Aesthetic Therapies
Where the pathway begins, open to people with no experience.
Where it sits
The first level of the pathway. It is open to anyone, including people with no beauty or medical background, and it introduces the habits every later level builds on.
Topics
Facial skincare treatments
Consulting with and caring for clients
The anatomy and physiology that matter in aesthetics
Health, safety and hygiene at work
Delivery
Mostly online study at your own pace, with a smaller block of practical sessions at our Finchley centre. Practical days run on weekdays and weekends.
Entry
No earlier qualifications. You need a computer and the time to complete study, coursework and assessments.
Level 7 Diploma in Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures
The top of the pathway, broader than any Level 7 certificate.
Where it sits
The top of the pathway. The VTCT Skills Level 7 Diploma in Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures is the most comprehensive Level 7 qualification and covers more than the individual certificates.
Topics
Facial anatomy
Consultation and client assessment
Treatment planning and risk awareness
Ethics, client care and professional responsibility
Safe working practices
Entry
A recognised Level 5 qualification in non-surgical aesthetic practice, or equivalent
A suitable Level 3 certificate in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis
Who it suits
Qualified practitioners and beauty professionals with relevant advanced qualifications who want to reach the highest level of non-surgical aesthetics training.
Start with your qualifications. Tell us what you already hold, from beauty therapy to a Level 5 skin rejuvenation qualification.
Fill any gap. If Level 5 is missing, we point you to the Level 3, 4 and 5 courses that lead to it.
Check the life support certificate. A suitable Level 3 certificate in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis is part of the entry requirements.
Study and practise. Learning combines theory with practical training at our Finchley centre in North London, under tutor guidance.
Reach the diploma. The diploma brings facial anatomy, assessment, planning and professional responsibility together at the highest level.
The top of the pathway
Edinburgh learners often ask how far the qualifications go. The answer is Level 7, and the diploma is the widest qualification at that level. This page follows the pathway from the bottom, so you can see how each step leads to the next.
When you are ready, the Book a course buttons open a chat with us on WhatsApp.
Questions
What is the Level 7 diploma?
It is the VTCT Skills Level 7 Diploma in Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures, the most comprehensive Level 7 qualification we teach.
What does it cover?
Facial anatomy, consultation and client assessment, treatment planning and risk awareness, professional responsibilities, ethics and client care, and safe working practices.
What do I need before I start?
A recognised Level 5 qualification in non-surgical aesthetic practice, or equivalent, and a suitable Level 3 certificate in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis.
I only have a Level 3. Can I go straight to Level 7?
No. The route runs through Levels 4 and 5 first. Message us with what you hold and we will map the steps.
How is study delivered?
Theory learning with practical training under tutor guidance. Practical sessions are at our centre in Finchley, North London.
Do you teach in Edinburgh?
No. We train in Finchley, North London. Message us for dates and for the best way to reach us from Edinburgh.
Is the diploma or a certificate right for me?
A diploma covers more learning than a certificate at the same level. If you want one procedure only, ask us about the individual certificates.
Are prescribing rules part of this?
Some aesthetic treatments involve prescription-only medicines, which a qualified prescriber must prescribe after a face-to-face consultation. Ask us how this affects the course and your future practice.
Check you are ready
Message us on WhatsApp with the qualifications you hold, and we will tell you whether the diploma is your next step, plus dates and the way to our Finchley centre from Edinburgh.
