Course Introduction

Epilation is the permanent removal of superfluous (unwanted) hair.
A highly profitable and popular treatment.  You will receive training with the use of Diathermy, Galvanic and Blend techniques; therefore you will be able to adapt your working techniques to suit the client’s needs.
You will be shown hair removal from several areas of the body allowing you to treat clients to a professional standard with exceptional standards of hygiene and health and safety requirements.
This course is suitable for those employed in beauty and others who wish to acquire expertise in Epilation. It is an excellent therapy to continue with your Beauty Therapy career and to add to your other qualifications.  On successful completion of the course you will be awarded with a qualification that is recognised in industry and will enable you to gain insurance.

Entrance Requirements

Candidates are recommended to have previous qualifications in the medical or beauty fields.
Level 3 Diploma in Health, Safety, Security and Employment Standards

Dress
Professional salon uniform

Course Content
•   Related Anatomy & Physiology  
•   Hair cycle
•   Benefits and effects of treatment
•   Contra-indications & contra-actions to treatment
•   Client consultation and treatment planning
•   Aftercare advice
•   Health, safety & hygiene
•   Practical application of Diathermy, Galvanic and Blend techniques to              
     the face, legs, body and arms

Duration
Three days – 10.00-4.00 plus Two Assessment Days – 10.00am-1.00pm

Cost
Training - £410
Text book –£30
Kit – Blend Epilation unit will need to be purchased for completion of case    study plus needle holder, forceps, box of needles and associated electrodes -£675 (approx) plus VAT & carriage – academy can advise,
Or
Access to this equipment in the work place is required for case study clients to be completed.
Level 3 Diploma in Health, Safety, Security and Employment Standards
 (if required) -   £55                                                                                           
Additional assessment session (if required) - £60
VTCT Lifetime registration fee (if required) - £14

Assessment in the work place can be arranged, an additional cost will be charged to cover travel

Scheme of Work

Day 1

• Input on related theory
• Outline case study criteria
• Demonstration of diathermy technique to specified areas of the body
• Student practical performance on each other

Day 2

• Input on related theory
• Demonstration of Galvanic technique to specified areas of the body & face
• Student practical performance on each other