HND Beauty Therapy

Course description

The HND Beauty Therapy course is a high-level course which runs over two years and is designed to provide you with knowledge of current beauty treatments. It is a well-established, recognised qualification understood and well-respected by employers in the occupational area.

Throughout your studies, you will develop the various skills and techniques required to deliver current, advanced beauty treatments using professional products ranges, which will ensure that you are employable and successful within the increasingly popular beauty sector.

Glasgow Clyde College has a reputation for producing knowledgeable, ethical and successful graduates who raise the bar for quality and artistry in the beauty industry.

During the HND Beauty Therapy course you will learn: 

Year 1 will introduce you to salon equipment, allow you to develop and enhance popular beauty skills, and carry out all standard treatments within beauty therapy including facial and body techniques utilising manual and electro-therapy techniques. You will also study anatomy and physiology to underpin knowledge and understanding of the beauty treatment benefits and aims.  

Year 2 will focus on developing competence in the use of advanced facial and body techniques, such as cosmetic peels, spa therapies and contemporary massage treatments. You will also study lifestyle advice for clients, promotional selling skills, product knowledge and business studies. 

During training you will initially work on fellow classmates and then progress to working on real clients. You will also be required to model for treatments yourself.