ProQual

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ProQual Aesthetics Qualifications

Ofqual-regulated ProQual Level 3–7 diplomas in aesthetic practice, delivered in London with real hands-on training — recognised by employers, clinics and insurers across the UK.

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What a ProQual Qualification Means

ProQual is an Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation. A ProQual qualification proves your skills meet strict, externally verified national standards — exactly the assurance clients, clinics and insurers look for before trusting a practitioner.

Recognised

Listed on Ofqual’s Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) and recognised nationwide by employers and insurers.

Regulated

Awarded by ProQual AB and externally quality-assured — not a short, unregulated certificate.

Respected

The credibility to secure treatment insurance, attract clients and build a lasting aesthetics career.

Our ProQual Courses

Each qualification below lists the exact ProQual units you’ll complete. All training is delivered hands-on in London.

Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis
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Mandatory · Level 3 First Aid

Award in Adult Basic Life Support, AED & Management of Anaphylaxis

Qual No: 610/5470/7TQT: 4 hrsGLH: 3 hrsValid: 3 years

The mandatory emergency first-aid qualification for hair, beauty and aesthetics professionals — covering CPR, AED use and the management of anaphylaxis. A required, life-saving foundation that underpins your insurance and every higher-level aesthetic qualification.

Units You’ll Cover · 1 Mandatory Unit

  • Assess an emergency situation safely
  • Provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally — CPR and AED use
  • Provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally — the recovery position
  • Provide first aid to a casualty with anaphylaxis — including use of an adrenaline auto-injector
Entry RequirementsNo formal entry requirements; minimum age 14.
Required ForEntry to Level 5, 6 & 7 qualifications and treatment insurance.
Level 3 Diploma in Pathway to Aesthetic Practice
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Level 3 · Foundation

Diploma in Pathway to Aesthetic Practice

Qual No: 610/4465/9TQT: 385 hrsGLH: 190 hrs

The essential underpinning knowledge for safe, ethical aesthetic work — skin analysis, anatomy and pathology — and the accelerated route into ProQual’s Level 4 suite. Ideal for new learners and Level 2–3 beauty therapists moving into medical aesthetics.

Units You’ll Cover · 5 Mandatory

  • Health and Safety in a Salon Environment
  • Infection Control and Prevention for Cosmetic, Aesthetic and Needle Related Treatments
  • Principles of Skin Analysis and Client Consultation
  • Anatomy and Physiology for Aesthetic Practice
  • Pathology for Aesthetic Practice
Entry RequirementsNo formal entry requirements.
Progresses ToProQual Level 4 aesthetic qualifications.
Level 4 Certificate in Skin Treatment Using Laser, IPL and High Energy LED Devices
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Level 4 · Laser & Light

Certificate in Skin Treatment Using Laser, IPL & High Energy LED Devices

Qual No: 610/4839/2TQT: 280 hrs / 28 creditsGLH: 230 hrs

Develop and demonstrate competence in advanced skin treatments using high-energy devices — laser, IPL and high-energy LED — for photo-rejuvenation and hair growth reduction, delivered to strict health and safety standards.

Mandatory Units · Complete All 3

  • Health and Safety in a Salon Environment
  • Infection Control and Prevention for Cosmetic, Aesthetic and Needle Related Treatments
  • Providing Initial Consultation with Client

Optional Units · Complete At Least 1

  • Principles and Practice of Photo-Rejuvenation Treatments
  • Principles and Practice of Hair Growth Reduction
Entry RequirementsHold the ProQual Level 3 Certificate in Pathway to Aesthetic Practice (or equivalent) and have completed, or be registered for, the ProQual Level 4 Award in Core Knowledge of Laser Safety. Minimum age 18.
Progresses ToLevel 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments & Skin Science; Level 5 Certificate in Laser Tattoo Removal; Level 6 & 7 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice.
Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments and Skin Science
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Level 4 · Advanced Diploma

Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments & Skin Science

Qual No: 610/4475/1TQT: 635 hrsGLH: 442 hrs

The advanced Level 4 progression diploma — building the ethics, skin science and practical competence behind a wide range of advanced aesthetic treatments, from micropigmentation to microneedling, chemical peels and plasma skin tightening.

Mandatory Units · Complete All 5

  • Health and Safety in a Salon Environment
  • Infection Control and Prevention for Cosmetic, Aesthetic and Needle Related Treatments
  • Ethics and Principles for Aesthetic Treatments
  • Advanced Skin Science for Aesthetic Treatments
  • Advanced Skin Assessment and Investigative Consultation for Aesthetic Treatments

Optional Units · Complete At Least 4

  • Principles and Practice of Cosmetic Micropigmentation
  • Eyebrow Micropigmentation Microblading — Manual Method
  • Principles and Practice of Scalp Micropigmentation
  • Removal of Skin Blemishes, Skin Tags and Moles Using Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures
  • Skin Tightening Using the Plasma Pen
  • Principles and Practice of Microneedling Treatments
  • Principles and Practice of Chemical Peel Treatments
  • Principles and Practice of Dermaplaning Treatments
Entry RequirementsHold the ProQual Level 3 Certificate in Pathway to Aesthetic Practice (or equivalent), or 5+ years’ verifiable beauty-sector experience. Minimum age 18.
Progresses ToProQual Level 7 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice.
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Level 5 · Diploma

Diploma in Aesthetic Practice

Qual No: 610/5201/2TQT: 435 hrsGLH: 320 hrs

A nationally recognised progression diploma for practitioners ready to advance their aesthetic practice — building advanced professional standards, anatomy and physiology, and competence in microneedling and chemical peel treatments.

Units You’ll Cover · 5 Mandatory

  • Infection Control and Prevention for Cosmetic, Aesthetic and Needle Related Treatments
  • Professional Practice for Aesthetic Practitioners
  • Anatomy and Physiology for Advanced Aesthetic Practice
  • Principles and Practice of Microneedling Treatments
  • Principles and Practice of Chemical Peel Treatments
Entry RequirementsHold an Ofqual-regulated Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Aesthetic Practice (or equivalent) and a currently valid Level 3 first-aid certificate. Minimum age 18.
Progresses ToProQual Level 6 & Level 7 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice.
Level 6 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice
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Level 6 · Diploma

Diploma in Aesthetic Practice

Qual No: 610/4498/2TQT: 535 hrsGLH: 400 hrs

An advanced diploma for experienced practitioners, covering professional practice and advanced anatomy alongside a wide choice of advanced treatments — from mesotherapy and skin boosters to non-surgical fat reduction and advanced micropigmentation.

Mandatory Units · Complete All 3

  • Infection Control and Prevention for Cosmetic, Aesthetic and Needle Related Treatments
  • Professional Practice for Aesthetic Practitioners
  • Anatomy and Physiology for Advanced Aesthetic Practice

Optional Units · Complete At Least 3

  • Principles and Practice of Microneedling Treatments
  • Principles and Practice of Chemical Peel Treatments
  • Principles and Practice of Micro-Needle Mesotherapy
  • Principles and Practice of No-Needle Mesotherapy
  • Principles and Practice of Subcutaneous Skin Booster Injections
  • Principles and Practice of Non-Surgical Fat Reduction
  • Principles and Practice of Advanced Micropigmentation
Entry RequirementsHold an Ofqual-regulated Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Aesthetic Practice (or equivalent), or 5+ years’ verifiable beauty-industry experience; plus a currently valid first-aid qualification. Minimum age 18.
Progresses ToProQual Level 7 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice.
Level 7 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice
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Level 7 · Master Diploma

Diploma in Aesthetic Practice

Qual No: 610/4479/9TQT: 660 hrsGLH: 380 hrs

The highest level of aesthetic practice — including Anti-Wrinkle (Botulinum Toxin) and Dermal Filler injectables. A demanding, clinically rigorous qualification aligned with Health Education England’s standards for the delivery of cosmetic procedures.

Units You’ll Cover · 6 Mandatory

  • Consultation for Individualised Facial Aesthetic Treatments
  • Psychological Aspects of Facial Aesthetics
  • Values, Ethics and Professionalism in Aesthetic Practice
  • Aesthetic Injectable Therapies for Facial Treatments with Botulinum Toxin
  • Aesthetic Injectable Therapies for Facial Treatments with Temporary Dermal Fillers
  • Management of Complications for Aesthetic Practice
Entry RequirementsHold the ProQual Level 6 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice (or equivalent) with a valid first-aid certificate; or a Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice plus a Level 6 qualification including anatomy & professional practice and valid first aid; or be a fully qualified, registered nurse or doctor.
You Can OfferAdvanced clinical treatments — Anti-Wrinkle Injections & Dermal Fillers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is ProQual a recognised qualification?
Yes. ProQual AB is an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual, and its qualifications are listed on the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) — making them nationally recognised and insurer-friendly.
Which course should I start with?
Most learners begin with the Level 3 Diploma in Pathway to Aesthetic Practice, which builds the underpinning knowledge needed before progressing to Level 4 treatments such as laser, IPL and advanced skin treatments.
Do I need a first aid qualification?
A valid first-aid qualification — such as the Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support, AED & Management of Anaphylaxis — is strongly recommended and is required for entry onto Level 5, 6 and 7 qualifications, as well as for treatment insurance.
How far can I progress with ProQual?
The pathway runs from Level 3 foundations all the way to the Level 7 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice, which covers advanced injectables such as Botulinum Toxin (Anti-Wrinkle) and Dermal Fillers.
What do I need before the Level 7 Diploma?
You’ll typically need the ProQual Level 6 Diploma in Aesthetic Practice (or equivalent) and a valid first-aid certificate, or to be a fully qualified registered nurse or doctor.
Where is the training delivered?
All practical training is delivered hands-on at our academy in London, with students travelling from across London and the wider UK for training days.