Beauty Therapy Diploma Full time

The Beauty Therapy and Non Surgical Cosmetics course is a full time ITEC diploma course which you can take for one year, or progess your studies to include Beauty Therapy Year 2 where you will go on to the highly specialised skills of microdermabrasion, laser treatment and epilation.

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Beauty Specialist Certificate Part time

The Beauty Specialist Certificate course is an excellent way to build the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to start a career as a Beautician. This course will prepare you for working in a Beauty Salon or  opening your own Salon. As well as learning all about how the Beauty business works, you will learn about a wide range of beauty products, equipment and treatments. You will specialise in facials, skin care and eye treatments.

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Beauty Specialist Diploma Part time

Portobello Institute's Beauty Specialist diploma course brings you up to speed with the complete Beautician's toolkit of salon treatments for skin, eye, make up, waxing, manicure and pedicure.

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Aromatherapy ITEC 3 Part Time

Successful participants of the Aromatherapy course will be able to carry out an Aromatherapy treatment for people, be able to evolve and blend appropriate essential oils for specific needs and conditions, understand the concepts inherent in complementary therapies and will be able to carry out a consultation with their client and an Aromatherapy massage. Once qualified Aromatherapists can find employment within the beauty or complementary industries or health sector and/or opt to work for themselves. Participants may decide to study other therapies to complement their Diploma or special in one aspect of Aromatherapy.

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Manicure & Pedicure Part time

If you are interested in Nail Courses, Portobello Institute recommends that you begin with this one - the ITEC Certification in Manicure & Pedicure.

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Holistic Massage Diploma Part time

Holistic Massage has been used for thousands of years as a simple and effective method of attaining & maintaining good health. Massage has been incorporated into many health systems and is the basis and foundation skills of any massage therapist.

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Nail Technician (Gel & Acrylic Nails) Part time

The Nail Technician course is a progression course from basic Manicure and Pedicure. During this course you will master Gel and Acrylic nails, as well as understand and advise your clients on the different types of nails that will suit their needs and lifestyle.

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ITEC Apply Make Up Award - Part time

On this course the learner will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to be able to prepare and apply makeup. You will learn how to apply Corrective, Day, Evening, Bridal and Special Occasion Make up. You will learn about hygiene & safety precautions and effects & benefits of make up application techniques. The course will also focus on communication and behaving in a professional manner while following a health & safety work practice. This Itec course for those working in salons, pharmacies or for those seeking a qualification to complement a beauty qualification.

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ITEC Provide Eyelash & Eyebrow Treatments

The ITEC Provide Eyelash & Eyebrow Treatments award course provides the learner with skills and knowledge to be able to prepare and deliver eyelash and eyebrow treatments in a professional manner. The learner will be competent in consultation, Skin & Hair Analysis, Skin Patch Testing, Product Awareness, Equipment & Tool Selection to suit client's treatment needs. The learner will be able to recognise and assess facial characteristics prior to treatments and provide clear recommendations to the client.

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Providing Facial Care ITEC - Part time

The Providing Facial Skincare course supplies the learner with the necessary skills and knowledge to be proficient in preparing and providing a wide range of treatments. To have the knowledge and expertise in preparation and selection of the correct products and equipment to carry out the suitable facial skincare treatments. You will specialise in Skincare and Product Advice, Cleanse (Superficial & Deep), Facial Massage and Facial Masks.

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ITEC Facial Care for Men Award - Part time

Facial Care for Men is an ITEC award course that provides the learner with the skills, knowledge and confidence to prepare and provide facial treatments using a wide range of products, equipment and treatments specific to skincare for men. You will acquire the skills to identify treatment objectives using suitable consultation techniques. You will specialise in skincare and product advice, Facial Steaming with Hot Towels, Face Masks and Eyebrow Shaping.

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Course Combo - Manicure Pedicure + Nail Technician

Great savings on this Nail Courses Combo:

• Manicure & Pedicure (ITEC)
• Nail Technician (Gel & Acrylic Nails)

Please click on the links above for detailed course information.

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Waxing Certificate Part time

Waxing is an advanced beauty therapy skill which is in demand in today's beauty salons and is a specialised skillset to promote your salon career.

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Hot Stone Massage 1 Day Course

Hot stone massage is increasing in popularity. Heated stones in fragrant oils are applied to key points on the  body. The direct heat relaxes the body which means the massage is more effective and intense than a regular massage. The technique of working the hot stones along the body with cooler stones encourages the body to detox and heal, increasing lymph flow and flush out waste.

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Threading - 1 Day Course

Threading is fast becoming the most popular method for hair removal. Originating from India and the Far East, the method of plucking untidy hair using rolled threads is favored currently as it avoids pulling on the skin which is very sensitive around the eye area and therefore avoids drooping of the eyelid. This 1 day workshop introduces the learner to the skilled technique of the ancient art of threading and is ideal for practicing beauticians or those who wish to learn the skill for personal use. Students will be taught both methods of Threading (Hand and Mouth techniques)

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Advanced Threading - 1 Day Course

The Advanced Threading One day course is for those who completed the Threading One Day course and would like to practice and perfect the technique of threading. The one day advanced threading course will concentrate on the facial methods of the lip chin face and brow. You will also practice how to enhance the brows with threading in a efficient precise manner. Although the Advanced Threading course is not an essential part of learning the threading technique it will allow students to gain confidence as you will be able to practice with expert guidance.

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Advanced Waxing 1 Day Course

The Beauty industry is expanding at a rapid rate. One of the main areas of expansion in recent years is Advanced and Specialist Waxing. The Advanced Waxing course is aimed at qualified beauticians who are already confident within waxing and are looking to advance in this area. This 1 day waxing course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to carry out Californian, Brazilian and Hollywood waxing treatments which are extremely popular choices for clients.

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UV Gel Nails - 1 Day Course (2 week manicure)

This one day course gives you the skills and techniques to be able to complete a "2 week manicure" gel application perfectly. The gel is painted on to the fingers and cured under a UV Lamp so that the "polish like finish" won't chip off and the effects last for 2 or more weeks. Our one day course is open to therapists who would like to develop their skills or to anyone who would like to be able to do this treatment from home.

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Applying Semi Permanent Falsh Eyelashes - One Day Course

Add to your beauty techniques with this eyelash extension course. This new and innovative treatment allows the therapist to create a dramatic look or just subtle definition to the eye, with results that can last up to two months.  Eyelash extensions are fast becoming the ‘must have’ look for all occasion giving clients thicker, longer and fully eye lashes.  This 1 day course is the perfect add on to an existing beauty qualification.

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Applying False Tan - 1 Day Course

Whether you already own or work in a salon or looking to offer a tanning service from home this 1 day tanning course is for you. Tanning is one of the most sought after beauty treatments in salons today. Applied correctly it gives clients a healthy glowing complexion and is the safer way to tan. On this 1 day course you will learn the process for perfect application from prepping to applying an even coat and aftercare.

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Precision Brows - 1 Day Course

To create the perfect eyebrows we have devised a Seven Step workshop.

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Teen Beauty - Wake up to make up

Learn to apply your make up perfectly and enhance your natural beauty. This 5 hour make up masterclass gives you a real insight into make up products and what colours and shades suit you best.  It is suitable for teens who love their make up and want to learn the correct application techniques, or for those unsure about the whole make up process, this masterclass will give you the confidence to create looks that you leave you looking and feeling your best.

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