Self-funded · pay yourself
Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy
The largest qualification HBC offers — 93 credits covering laser & IPL hair removal, skin rejuvenation, microdermabrasion, dermatology, salon management and product chemistry. The route into clinical aesthetics.
Practice
Hands-on training & technique
Clinical-tier practical training across laser and IPL hair removal, skin rejuvenation, microdermabrasion and clinical facials. You'll work on live clients in our medical-suite environment under the supervision of senior aesthetic practitioners.
20+
Years of experience
Insight
Industry insight & trends
Go beyond technique. Manage course-of-treatment protocols, navigate the regulatory framework around aesthetic procedures, and build the clinical-tier consultation authority that supports £100+ per session pricing across multi-session courses.
Award Winning
Established Team
— Pay for it yourself —
Real Stripe, Klarna, PayPal or PayL8r checkout, no loan
- Pay in full by card or PayPal
- Or spread the cost with Klarna or PayL8r
- Secure online checkout, instant confirmation
-
No loan and no Student Loans Company paperwork
-
Same course, same tutors, same qualification
-
Choose your start date and book online in minutes
£4,999.95
Pay directly, no loan
What's Included
- VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy (500/8886/5)
- Registration, certificate & exam fees
- Live work in our medical-suite environment
- Boutique class sizes
- All course materials and handouts
- Fully qualified & insured industry-practitioner tutors
Units you'll study
Choose your start date & time
No dates are currently scheduled for this course. Contact us or call us on 01925 747371 for the latest dates — we’ll let you know as soon as new ones are released.
Might be eligible for £0-upfront funding instead?
See funded pricing & dates →
IN A 
WORLD FULL OF TRENDS, WE HELP YOU MASTER THE ART OF ADVANCED BEAUTY THERAPY 
WITH EXPERT TRAINING AND INDUSTRY-RECOGNISED SKILLS THAT BUILD A LASTING CAREER.
Frequently asked questions
Entry requirements
We assess every applicant on their potential, not just their paperwork. A Level 3 Beauty Therapy qualification (or equivalent regulated qualification) is required — the L4 builds directly on L3 anatomy and treatment foundations. Applicants should be aged 19+ on the first day of the course. Access to a laptop or tablet is preferable, so you can complete your enrolment and any funding paperwork online before you start. Get in touch to verify your prior qualifications.
How long is the course?
26 weeks of one college session per week, plus a mandatory minimum of 9 Community Salon sessions (up to 15 available) from Week 7 onwards. Live-client work in our medical-suite environment runs throughout, supported by case studies, written assignments, theory papers set by VTCT Skills, and a clinical evidence portfolio.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. On this self-funded route you can pay in full at checkout by card or PayPal, or spread the cost with Klarna or PayL8r — you choose at the payment step when you book your start date. If you’d rather not pay for the course yourself, the same diploma is also available with £0 upfront through an Advanced Learner Loan — see the funded version of this page for details.
Are your courses accredited?
Yes. This is a VTCT-accredited Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy, delivered at our centre in Warrington.
What career support do you provide?
You’ll graduate as a clinical-tier aesthetic practitioner — equipped for advanced clinic roles, medical spa work, or running your own aesthetics clinic. The Level 4 unlocks insurance for laser/IPL/skin rejuvenation services and is the gateway into our Level 5 and Level 7 progression routes.
Do I need my own kit?
No — all the equipment and products you need are provided in-house, so there’s nothing to buy to get started. It’s preferable to have access to a laptop or tablet, so you can complete your enrolment and any funding or loan paperwork online before you start.
