This is a very in-depth course that will give you the knowledge to start on the road of becoming a facialist.  We firmly believe that good skin analysis is the cornerstone of a great therapist so this is covered in depth.

Cost: £450, including booking fee of £150

Looking for a regulated qualification? Explore our Level 2 Award in Skincare and Facial Treatments. 

Pre-Requisites: None
Practical Course Length: 1 day

Guided learning hours: 32 
 

Facial Training Course Content:
This is a very in-depth course covering:

• Benefits of Facials
  • Factors affecting the skin
• Skin type,  Fitzpatrick classification & skin colour considerations
  • Assessing inflammation in different skin types
  • Male skin & shaving considerations
  • Skin type characteristics 
• Products
  • Product selection & professional judgement
  • Product allergies & sensitivitiesProduct storage & hygiene
  • Products and equipment needed
• Skin analysis (in-depth)
  • Skin types, skin conditions & skin concerns
  • When skin analysis should be carried out
  • Professional boundaries
  • The four key stages of skin analysis
• Spots/acne
  • What causes spots & acne
  • Common contributory factors
  • Types of lesions
  • Common acne presentations
  • Acne grading
  • Skin colour & post inflammatory pigmentation
  • Scarring
  • Acne myths
  • Consultation questions for spots & acne
  • Product considerations for blemished-prone skin
  • Extraction theory
  • When not to treat/when to refer
  • Homecare advice for blemished prone skin
  • Professional language
• Consultations
  • Why contraindications matter
  • Professional decision making
  • Total contraindications
  • Localised contraindications
  • Product & treatment cautions
  • Client consultations
  • General facial aftercare
  • Homecare recommendations
  • Normal post treatment responses
  • Adverse reactions
  • Client expectations
• Skin disorders
  • General treatment guidance for skin disorders
• Hygiene and Health & Safety
• General issues (insurance, code of conduct etc.)
• Relevant Anatomy & Physiology
• Treatment Routine
  • Consultation
  • Cleansing
  • Skin analysis
  • Exfoliation
  • Steaming
  • Extractions
  • Toner
  • Facial massage
  • Mask
• Case Studies

Course Structure:

• Home Study (15 guided learning hours)
• 1 day practical
• 5 case studies to be completed before certification
• Guided learning hours: 32

Awarding Body: ThinkTree 

CPD Points: 10

Venues: This course is available at:

• Kent (Tunbridge Wells)
• Lancashire (Burnley)
• Lincolnshire (Grantham)
• Northern Ireland (Derry)
• Tyneside (Whitley Bay)
• Yorkshire (Rotherham)
• SPAIN (nr Albox, Almeria)
• In-house training available