University Centre St Helens - Undergraduate Prospectus 2018

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FdA SPA THERAPIES AND MANAGEMENT PART-TIME STUDY ROUTE AVAILABLE

REASONS TO STUDY SPA THERAPIES AND MANAGEMENT

UCAS CODE BN38

• Enhance your employability by completing the level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy or Reflexology with VTCT alongside your degree. • Learn in first class, state of the art operational training salons and spa. Used commercially, the facilities boast hairdressing and beauty therapy salons, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, floatation bed and more.

START DATE/END DATE September 2018 – June 2020

CAMPUS Town Centre

2018 TUITION FEE £7,500 per year

• Develop valuable employability skills and experience through the opportunity to undertake a placement in industry.

DURATION/STUDY MODE 2 years, full-time

FdA SPA THERAPIES & MANAGEMENT

OVERVIEW

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 32 UCAS tariff points

The number of spas has grown exponentially in the last decade to make them an important part of the UK leisure industry, worth up to £70 million a year. The wellness sector has seen a considerable growth of 9% globally. To create a successful spa you have to create an inviting and relaxing atmosphere, manage a variety of specialist therapies and run an efficient and profitable business. Most hotel resorts, both in the UK and abroad now have their own spas and they are looking for trained professionals with the skills needed to manage them. Our foundation degree in Spa Therapies and Management will equip you with the leadership skills and practical experience you need to be able to manage a spa or start your own spa business. In addition to your degree studies you will be given the opportunity to study a level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy or Reflexology with VTCT, providing you with industry based skills that are attractive to prospective employers. This is a valuable opportunity to learn relevant industry skills and this foundation degree will underpin both theoretical and practical content.

Applicants must either be working or be available to work within the spa environment for a minimum of 1 day per week in addition to their study time. All suitably qualified applicants will be invited to attend an interview. This is designed to be an informal see if the course is suitable for your needs. It will also offer the course team the opportunity to discuss and view your career interests. Please see pages 128 – 129 for full details of our admissions requirements and how to apply. meeting, providing you with the opportunity to

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COURSE CONTACT Julie Heap Email: jheap@sthelens.ac.uk