City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Specialise in a wide variety of beauty treatments and develop your skills in this Level 3 course, perfect for those wanting to go into the beauty industry.

Learn practical and theoretical skills in a range of Beauty areas, ready for your future. Our curriculum covers:

• Electrotherapy
• Lash Extensions
• Nail enhancements
• Advanced nail art
• Microdermabrasion
• Massage
• Health and Safety
• Client care
• Reception skills
• Communication

In our industry standard salons, put your skills into practice on real clients whilst learning from experts in the field. You can also take part in competitions throughout the year to demonstrate your abilities to external guests and judges.

Assessment will take place through practical observations in our salons, as well as with written work and online tests. You will also create a portfolio of evidence to display your achievement.

After completing this course, you will be ready to start in a career in the beauty industry, such as through salons, or become a self-employed beauty therapist. You can also go onto further study in this area, such as a Level 4 qualification, or even at university to further hone your skills.