The trade at a glance.
A beauty therapist provides facial and body treatments, hair removal, manicures, pedicures and make-up. They advise each client according to their skin type and contribute to their well-being, in a fast-growing beauty sector.
MAIN ACTIVITIES
Objectives of the programme.
Analyse the skin and recommend a suitable treatment
Perform facial and body treatments and hair removal
Perform manicures, pedicures and nail extensions
Apply day and ceremonial make-up
Skills acquired
- Anatomy and skin analysis
- Facial treatments and massage
- Hair removal techniques
- Manicure, pedicure and nail art
- Make-up
- Hygiene, customer service and advice
Equipment and tools
Curriculum module by module.
- Hygiene and sterilisation rules
- Skin anatomy
- Diagnosis and client record
- Skin cleansing and masks
- Scrubs and body wraps
- Massage techniques
- Waxing
- Manicure and pedicure
- Nail extensions and maintenance
- Day and ceremonial make-up
- Welcome and advice
- Product sales
- Internship in a partner beauty institute or spa
- Supervised by a mentor
- Review and job preparation
And after the programme?
Working for a company
Our network of partner companies hosts interns and recruits our learners.
Starting your own business
A home treatment room, nail care, wedding make-up: beauty therapy offers several ways to launch a business with gradual investment. The institute supports learners in choosing their first services, their equipment and their prices.
Our supportDIGITAL & AI IN THIS TRADE
Online booking, social media to showcase their work, skin analysis apps: digital tools help beauty therapists stand out and fill their diary.
“Digital skills and AI” moduleEntry requirements
- BEPC or equivalent level
- Minimum age 16
- People skills and a strong sense of hygiene
- Motivation interview
Free pre-registration with no commitment, followed by an orientation test and an interview at the institute.