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Congratulations on your new exciting career path! Your journey is unique to you - but we also know how overwhelming it can feel when you don’t know where to start! For newbies who want to start building a skincare empire, we usually recommend The Ultimate Skincare Course. This in-depth course will teach you everything you need to know to grow a profitable skincare business. Another popular pathway for beginners is The Intensive Facial Course - this course will teach you 4 popular facial treatments.

Still unsure? Our tutors can help guide you to select a course that best fits your business goals - get in touch here.

Yes! Our training courses have been designed with beginners in mind.

For injectables, we work closely with our insurance company who will insure students if they have the following qualifications to attend the course.

NMC Registered

GMC Registered

GDC Registered

Pharmacist

NVQ Level 3 in Beauty or Anatomy & Physiology

Don’t worry if you don’t have any of the above - you can still book on a course with no previous experience!

You can now secure your place on a course with just a booking fee! This initial payment will be taken through our website. We will then contact you 21 days before your course start date to process the remaining balance. Once paid 21 days before no refund is possible. We also offer payment via Klarna - please contact us for more details.

Ofqual qualifications -Yes! you will be fully qualified with an official qualification

CPD - certified and able to gain insurance on paying clients

Yes! Upon course completion, you will be able to apply for insurance and start building your client base straight away. It’s totally up to you how you’d like to run your new business - you can start with working on friends and family to build up confidence or jump right in!

Yes, all of the courses provided by The Skin School Academy are industry recognised and fully accredited. Your certification will allow you to get public liability insurance to work on beauty and aesthetics business insurancepaying clients. Insurance is so vital when working in this industry! Find out more about beauty and aesthetics business insurance here.

Important note for aesthetics students; We politely remind you to check with your insurance provider that they will indemnify you to practice this course. Please ensure this is done prior to booking as we operate a “no refund “policy.

All of the equipment and products required for you to complete your practical training are provided. Just bring yourself and be ready to learn! A cute notebook always helps, too.

Students are required to work on each other during the practical sessions, so there is no need to bring a model (unless stated otherwise).

Yes! If you’d feel more comfortable training 1-2-1 with our tutor, or just want a more intensive learning experience, we can arrange this for you. Just drop us an email using the contact form below and state the course name and 1-2-1 in the subject line. We’ll then be in touch to discuss your exclusive course date options. When booking a 1-2-1 no refund or course cancellation is possible- especially within less then 14 days notice.

If you are unable to attend a course date you have booked, you must let us know within 30 days of your course commencing. We regret that booking fees paid and courses paid for before 21 days are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you have any questions about this, please contact us.

CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) are two distinct entities or concepts that serve different purposes in education and training. Here’s a breakdown of their differences:

1. CPD (Continuing Professional Development)

• Purpose: CPD refers to the ongoing process of developing and improving skills, knowledge, and experience throughout a professional's career. It is often self-directed and can be pursued through courses, workshops, conferences, reading, and other learning activities.

• Focus: It is geared toward keeping professionals up-to-date with the latest trends and standards in their fields, ensuring they maintain and enhance their skills.

• Who Uses CPD: It is used by individuals in various professions such as healthcare, education, law, engineering, and more. Many industries require or encourage professionals to complete a certain amount of CPD annually.

• Accreditation: Many organizations offer CPD courses, and while some may be accredited or recognized by professional bodies, CPD itself is not a formal qualification regulated by a government body. CPD certification often depends on the training provider.

• Examples: Attending a training seminar on the latest technology in your field, completing a course on leadership skills, or reading industry journals to stay informed.

2. Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation)

• Purpose: Ofqual is a regulatory body in England responsible for maintaining standards and regulating qualifications, exams, and assessments. Its goal is to ensure qualifications are valid, reliable, and trustworthy.

• Focus: Ofqual oversees formal qualifications like GCSEs, A-levels, vocational qualifications (such as NVQs), and other certifications that are part of the UK’s qualification framework.

• Who Uses Ofqual: Education institutions, awarding bodies, and qualification providers in England must meet Ofqual's regulatory requirements for any qualifications they offer.

• Accreditation: Qualifications regulated by Ofqual are recognized by the UK government and are part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which ensures they meet certain quality standards.

• Examples: GCSEs, A-levels, NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications), BTECs.

Key Differences:

• Nature: CPD is a process or approach to personal and professional development, while Ofqual is a regulatory authority for formal qualifications.

• Regulation: CPD is usually less formal and often not regulated by a specific body, whereas qualifications under Ofqual are regulated and must meet strict standards.

• Scope: CPD can be customized to an individual's needs and may not necessarily result in a formal qualification, while Ofqual ensures qualifications are formally recognized and can be used for further education or employment.

• Recognition: Ofqual-regulated qualifications are nationally recognized in England and often required for career progression in specific fields. CPD activities are valued by employers but may not hold the same formal recognition.

In summary, CPD is about continuous learning for personal and professional growth, while Ofqual ensures that formal qualifications meet government standards in England.