{"product_id":"vtct-itec-level-4-certificate-in-skin-needling-course","title":"VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Certificate in Skin Needling Course","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Certificate in Skin Needling\u003c\/strong\u003e is an advanced regulated qualification designed for qualified skin and beauty professionals who want to safely and professionally provide cosmetic skin needling treatments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Certificate in Skin Needling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides advanced theoretical knowledge and practical training in professional cosmetic skin needling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a short one-day microneedling course, this is a comprehensive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLevel 4 regulated qualification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to develop the knowledge, consultation skills, skin assessment ability and practical competence required to work professionally within the advanced skin and non-medical aesthetics industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearners will develop their understanding of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eadvanced skin science, anatomy and physiology, consultation, treatment planning, contraindications, health and safety, client care and professional skin needling techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe qualification contains four mandatory units:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinciples and Practice of Non-Medical Aesthetic Therapies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced Consultation for Non-Medical Aesthetic Therapies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced Skin Care for Non-Medical Aesthetic Therapies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide Cosmetic Skin Needling Treatments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Will I Learn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout your training you will develop practical and theoretical knowledge in areas including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced skin anatomy and physiology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin structure, function and healing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional client consultation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced skin analysis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdentifying client concerns and treatment objectives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContraindications and precautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreatment suitability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin sensitivity testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreatment planning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInfection prevention and hygiene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafe preparation of the treatment area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCosmetic skin needling devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelecting appropriate needle sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreatment technique and systematic application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupporting and stretching the skin correctly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonitoring skin response during treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognising expected treatment reactions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdapting treatment according to client needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre and post-treatment photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare and homecare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManaging possible contra-actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional client communication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreatment documentation and record keeping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VTCT practical examination specifically assesses consultation, advanced skin assessment, hygiene, treatment preparation, appropriate device and needle selection, systematic treatment technique, monitoring the client’s skin response and professional aftercare.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Duration \u0026amp; Required Hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Qualification Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170 Hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe official qualification consists of:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e123 Guided Learning Hours,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e47 hours of additional study, preparation, portfolio work and assessment activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearners must be registered and on programme for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eminimum of \u003cem\u003e14 weeks\u003c\/em\u003e before being entered for their final VTCT practical and theory examinations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEntry Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplicants must be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 years or over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003cspan 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Applicants should hold an appropriate facial\/skin qualification together with Level 3 Anatomy \u0026amp; Physiology or an appropriate Level 3 Beauty Therapy qualification\/equivalent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Will I Be Assessed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe qualification includes both internal and external assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearners must successfully complete:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClinical case studies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssignments\/projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal theory examination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal practical examination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexternal theory examination contributes 50% of the overall qualification grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexternal practical examination contributes the remaining 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe theory examination is multiple choice and is externally set and marked by VTCT.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe practical examination is externally set, examined and graded and must demonstrate professional competence on a real client within a realistic working environment.\u003cspan 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clinical case studies are a mandatory evidence requirement before the practical and theory examinations.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Examination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour final practical assessment includes professional consultation and preparation followed by a cosmetic skin needling treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearners are expected to demonstrate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent hygiene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClient care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsultation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin sensitivity testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced skin assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrect treatment preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafe cosmetic needling technique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppropriate needle\/device selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonitoring of skin response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePost-treatment care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHomecare advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional treatment 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