ProQual Level 6 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice

The ProQual Level 6 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice provides a nationally recognised qualification and progression pathway for those working in the beauty industry, and who are already experienced and qualified to carry out a range of aesthetic techniques such as microneedling, chemical peels, mesotherapy, skin boosters and dermaplaning. The aims of this qualification are:

• To develop an understanding of advanced aesthetic practice, professional standards and relevant anatomy, physiology and pathology.

• To demonstrate competence at carrying out advanced aesthetic treatments.

• To provide a progression route within the beauty industry, for those interested in providing advanced aesthetic treatments.

The awarding body for this qualification is ProQual AB. This qualification has been approved for delivery in England and Northern Ireland. The regulatory body for this qualification is Ofqual, and this qualification has been accredited onto the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF), and has been published in Ofqual’s Register of Qualifications.

Learner Profile

Candidates for this qualification must:

• Hold the ProQual Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments and Skin Science, or an equivalent qualification. OR

• Have at least 5 years of verifiable experience working within the beauty industry.

Candidates for this qualification should either:

• Be employed in a role where they will have the opportunity to carry out a number of advanced aesthetic treatments on a range of clients. OR

• Be enrolled with a training provider, which will enable them to carry out a number of advanced aesthetic treatments on a range of simulated or real clients.

Candidates who complete this qualification, and who wish to further develop their knowledge and skills in the beauty sector, could progress to study the ProQual Level 7 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice.