The VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Certificate in Skin Needling is an advanced therapy qualification aimed at Level 3 qualified practitioners aged 18 and over, who wish to add this therapy to their repertoire of treatment offerings.
Learners are required to hold a Level 3 beauty therapy qualification or equivalent.
This qualification is informed by employers and national occupational standards for beauty therapy and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a fully commercial skin peeling practitioner
Units are:
- Principles and practice of non-medical aesthetic therapies
- Advanced consultation for non-medical aesthetic therapies
- Advanced skin care for non-medical aesthetic therapies
- Provide cosmetic skin needling treatments
- Gain practical experience with a work placement within a hair and make-up salon
- Learn from industry-experienced and well-qualified tutors who have many years of industry experience and continue to work in the sector. They have specialist qualifications and knowledge to bring to their teaching
- Benefit from our links with local salons
- Enrichment opportunities include topics such as resilience, healthy eating and customer care
- You will have the opportunity to attend masterclasses and workshops in subjects areas
- Attend trips such as the Beauty Therapy Trade Shows
Level 3 qualified Practitioners aged 18 and over.
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing info@rotherham.ac.uk or by calling 01709 362111.
Those aged 19 or over may not need to pay fees depending on their circumstances. Find out if you qualify for help with your fees.
If you need further advice or guidance please contact the Enquiries Team on 01709 362111.You will be expected to purchase a uniform and kit (further details will be provided at interview) or bought by bursary and pay for educational visits which form part of the course.
“I work freelance within this industry, keeping my skills current and up-to-date to teach my students. I am a World Skills UK Ambassador, which means I open doors for students to compete at an extremely high standard.”
Katie Asgari Curriculum Team Leader in Theatrical Hair and Media Make-up
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2026 – 27. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
