ProQual Level 3 Diploma in Pathway to Aesthetic Practice
The starting point for learners who are new to beauty, healthcare or aesthetics. This regulated diploma develops the underpinning knowledge needed before progressing into practical aesthetic treatments.
WHO IT IS FOR
A clear route to your next level.
Complete beginners who want a recognised route into aesthetics rather than relying on stand-alone attendance certificates.
Course delivery.
- Flexible online study
- Tutor guidance and feedback
- Learning activities built around safe aesthetic practice
- No practical treatment unit is required at this level
Qualification content.
- 01Health and safety in a salon environment
- 02Infection prevention and control for cosmetic, aesthetic and needle-related treatments
- 03Skin analysis and client consultation
- 04Anatomy and physiology for aesthetic practice
- 05Pathology for aesthetic practice
You qualify by showing what you know and can do.
- Written assignments and workbook activities
- Knowledge questions and case scenarios
- Professional discussion where appropriate
- A portfolio showing achievement of every required outcome
What you need before enrolling.
- Aged 18 or over
- Two forms of identification
- No previous beauty or healthcare qualification required
- Able to study and produce written evidence at Level 3
Most learners complete in approximately 3–6 months. The qualification includes 190 guided learning hours and 385 total qualification time hours.
Progress to Level 4 aesthetic treatments and skin science, then continue through the regulated Level 5, 6 and 7 pathway.
ENROLMENT
Go straight to level 3 Ready to enrol?
Entry documents and previous qualifications are checked as part of enrolment.