Qualification Information
| VTCT Product Code: BT4C2 | GLH: 165 | Age Restriction: 18 |
| Qualification Number: 603/1305/5 | Units: 6 | Registration End Date: 31st Jul 2024 |
| Level: 4 |
Additional Information
Documentation for this qualification last amended 1 September 2020
Statement of purpose
Who is this qualification for?
The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Enhancing Eyebrows with Microblading Techniques is an advanced therapies qualification aimed at 18+ learners, who wish to pursue a career as a microblading technician.What does this qualification cover?
This qualification is based on attaining professional competence within the discipline of microblading and includes the required elements to work effectively as a microblading technician. Learners must achieve all mandatory units:- Health and safety in the salon
- Client care and consultation
- Enhance appearance using microblading techniques
- Anatomy and physiology for microblading techniques
- Eyebrow shaping services
Throughout this qualification, learners will develop their knowledge and understanding of the process of microblading. They will also develop the ability to apply practically the knowledge, understanding and skills to enable them to enhance eyebrow with microblading techniques. In parallel, learners will develop their communication skills, consultation and client care skills and time management skills, all of which are valued highly by employers.
Learners are required to complete a series of assessment for each unit, verifying the learner's understanding and practical implementation of the knowledge and skills required to attain professional competence. Within the microblading unit, learners are required to produce evidence of a series of case studies, consolidating and demonstrating consistent applications of all the knowledge and practical skills in one place.
What could this qualification lead to?
The primary purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners for employment in the advanced therapy process of Enhancing Eyebrows with Microblading Techniques.Who supports this qualification?
This qualification has been developed collaboratively with employers and professional associations and key stakeholders in the advanced therapies sector. This qualification is formally supported British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) by Vanilla Pod Beauty, Changes clinic of Excellence and Elements Medispa.This qualification is formally supported by the following organisations:
| Name | Website address |
| Vanilla Pod Beauty | vanillapodbeauty.com |
| Changes Clinic of Excellence | changesclinic.co.uk |
| Elements Medispa | elements.org.uk |
| BABTAC | babtac.com |
(subject to confirmation).
Qualification Structure
Components - from this group you'll need to cover a minimum of 1 components and earn a minimum of credits.
| Unit Code | Unit Ref | Unit Title | Level | Credits | GLH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT4C2.EX1 | Examination BT4C2 | 4 |
Mandatory - from this group you'll need to cover a minimum of 5 components and earn a minimum of credits.
| Unit Code | Unit Ref | Unit Title | Level | Credits | GLH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UBT247 | F/615/6164 | Client care and consultation | 3 | 20 | |
| UBT248 | J/615/6165 | Enhance appearance using microblading techniques | 4 | 75 | |
| UBT249 | L/615/6166 | Anatomy and physiology for microblading techniques | 4 | 20 | |
| UBT250 | R/615/6167 | Eyebrow shaping services | 2 | 20 | |
| UCO35 | A/615/6163 | Health and safety in the salon | 3 | 30 |
*For full details of the Rules of Combination for this qualification please see the Qualification Specification/Record of Assessment book.
Documents
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