VTCT Level 4 Radio Frequency and Ultrasound Course in London

• Qualifications: VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Radio Frequency (BT4C4; QAN 603/2908/7) and VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Ultrasound (BT4C7; QAN 603/2911/7), both regulated, gained together on this combined course
• Covers: principles and practice of non-medical aesthetic therapies, advanced consultation, advanced skin care, radio frequency treatments and ultrasound treatments
• Units: 5 units (3 shared core units, plus radio frequency and ultrasound), plus external practical examinations
• Format: e-learning from your deposit, 2 formative practical training days at our Orpington clinic, then 1 end point assessment day with a VTCT assessor
• Devices: 3D Aesthetics
• Duration: 12 weeks, including pre-study and onsite training
• Class size: up to 6
• Models: always supplied by the college for your practical training days
• Assessment: written assignments; 6 case studies (completed onsite); an online theory exam; external practical examinations with a VTCT assessor on your end point assessment day
• Entry: a beauty-related Level 3 qualification or higher, our VTCT Level 3 Access to Aesthetics, or a medical qualification (doctor, dentist, pharmacist or nurse); aged 18 or over
• Price: £2,100 inc VAT; £250 deposit, which opens your e-learning, with the balance due 14 days before you start; or pay in full, pay with Klarna (interest free) or apply for Snap Finance (subject to status)
• Where: 3 Locks Court, 429 Crofton Road, Locksbottom, Orpington, Kent BR6 8NL (London Borough of Bromley)
• Dates: new dates are added regularly; use the form on this page to arrange yours

Before enrolling in certain courses, please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Students must be 18 years or older
• A beauty-related Level 3 qualification or higher, our VTCT Level 3 Access to Aesthetics, or a medical professional qualification such as doctor, dentist, pharmacist or nurse
• Self-Directed Learning: Ability to engage in independent study, including e-learning, pre-study assignments, and exams.
• Technology Access: Possession of a functional laptop or desktop computer.
• Language Proficiency: Strong written and verbal English skills.

If you have any questions regarding entry requirements or if you wish to check if you are eligible, you can email us at admissions@cosmetic.college or call us on 0333 015 5117

To gain the VTCT Level 4 Certificates in Radio Frequency and Ultrasound, you complete these 5 units:

1. Principles and practice of non-medical aesthetic therapies (UBT273)
2. Advanced consultation for non-medical aesthetic therapies (UBT274)
3. Advanced skin care for non-medical aesthetic therapies (UBT275)
4. Provide radio frequency treatments (UBT277)
5. Provide ultrasound treatments (UBT279)

You will be required to produce a portfolio of evidence, including written assignments and 6 case studies. Case studies are completed onsite at the college. Your e-learning opens when you pay your deposit. Once your onsite practical training is complete, you finish your e-learning and written assignments.

Finally, to complete the course you will need to sit and pass the external theory and practical examinations.

You attend three days at our Orpington clinic, training with 3D Aesthetics devices:

• Day 1: Formative Practical Training
• Day 2: Formative Practical Training
• Day 3: End Point Assessment

Training days start from 9:45am.

Our VTCT Level 4 qualification in Radio Frequency is the advanced qualification you need to expand your treatment offerings and stand out in the fast-growing aesthetics field.

The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Radio Frequency is a highly sought-after advanced therapy qualification that has been specifically designed for level 3 qualified practitioners aged 18 and above. This certification provides an excellent opportunity for beauty professionals who want to expand their skill set by incorporating this popular treatment into their existing range of services.

This qualification is part of a suite of level 4 advanced non-medical aesthetic therapies that are tailored to the needs of level 3 practitioners who want to further enhance their knowledge and expertise in specific treatment modalities. By gaining this certification, learners can showcase their proficiency in providing effective and safe radio frequency treatments that can help clients achieve their beauty goals.

To enrol in this course, learners are required to hold a level 3 beauty therapy qualification or its equivalent. This ensures that students have a solid foundation in beauty therapy and are ready to take on the challenges of an advanced course. By obtaining this certification, learners can enhance their employability prospects by demonstrating their expertise in this popular treatment modality.

During the course, learners will develop a comprehensive understanding of the principles of radio frequency therapy, including how it works, the benefits it provides, and the potential risks and side effects associated with it. The course will also cover the necessary health and safety considerations and the importance of client consultation to tailor the treatment to the client's needs and preferences.

In addition, learners will receive practical training in radio frequency treatment techniques, including how to select the right equipment and settings, how to apply the treatment, and how to manage client expectations. By the end of the course, learners will have gained the knowledge, skills, and confidence to perform radio frequency treatments professionally and safely.

Are you seeking to advance your career in the exciting world of advanced aesthetic treatments? The VTCT Level 4 Radio Frequency Certificate is a crucial step towards accelerating your career path. As an advanced and nationally recognised qualification, it provides the necessary training to excel in the fast-growing and lucrative field of aesthetics. Upon completion of the course, you'll be equipped with the expertise and confidence to work in various settings such as laser skin clinics, medispas, or even start your own skin care clinic. With this certification, you'll be in high demand and poised for success in the dynamic world of advanced aesthetic treatments.

Are you a level 3 qualified beauty therapist or medical expert looking to take your career to the next level?

The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Ultrasound has been developed as a result of the move towards regulating non-medical aesthetic therapies to ensure practitioner knowledge, client care and safety is at the forefront of all advanced non-medical aesthetic treatments offered by therapists.

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 ultrasound practitioner.

Are you seeking to advance your career in the exciting world of advanced aesthetic treatments? The VTCT Level 4 Ultrasound Certificate is a crucial step towards accelerating your career path. As an advanced and nationally recognised qualification, it provides the necessary training to excel in the fast-growing and lucrative field of aesthetics. Upon completion of the course, you'll be equipped with the expertise and confidence to work in various settings such as laser skin clinics, medispas, or even start your own skin care clinic. With this certification, you'll be in high demand and poised for success in the dynamic world of advanced aesthetic treatments.

New start dates are added regularly. Use the form on this page to tell us your preferred month and our team will arrange your date.

In each cohort, we limit the number of students to six to ensure the group size is at the best level to enhance your training experience.

Course Duration This fast-track programme is designed to run over 12 weeks, including pre-study and onsite training. Completion within this timeframe is dependent on timely submission of coursework and successful first-time completion of all required assignments, exams, and practical assessments.

Looking to pursue a career in advanced aesthetic treatments? The VTCT Level 4 Certificates in Radio Frequency and Ultrasound are a crucial stepping stone towards accelerating your career path.

This nationally recognised qualification is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the highly lucrative and fast-growing field of aesthetics, whether it be in laser skin clinics, medispas or even starting your own skin care clinic.

Upon completion of this advanced course, you can be confident in your ability to perform radio frequency and ultrasound treatments safely and professionally, and take your career to the next level.

Want to add HIFU next? Our VTCT Level 4 Award in HIFU is a separate course in high intensity focused ultrasound.

Join Cosmetic College to complete your regulated qualifications with recognition of your existing accreditation and experience.

You should meet all of the criteria below before submitting your RPL eligibility request. Admissions may request further information during review.

• CPD accreditation in radio frequency and ultrasound
• 2 years' experience
• Ability to provide 10 case studies in each treatment area

View RPL route

You gain two regulated qualifications: the VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Radio Frequency (BT4C4, QAN 603/2908/7) and the VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Ultrasound (BT4C7, QAN 603/2911/7), together on one combined course. They share three core units in non-medical aesthetic principles, consultation and skin care, plus one treatment unit each, and each ends with an external practical examination.

You need to be 18 or over and hold a beauty-related Level 3 qualification or higher, our VTCT Level 3 Access to Aesthetics, or a medical qualification such as doctor, dentist, pharmacist or nurse. You will also need a laptop or desktop computer for your e-learning and good written and spoken English. Not sure if you qualify? Email admissions@cosmetic.college or call us on 0333 015 5117.

You can offer radio frequency and ultrasound treatments to paying clients in laser skin clinics, medispas or your own skin clinic, on two regulated Level 4 qualifications. When you are ready, you can add HIFU with our Level 4 HIFU award, or progress to our Level 5 RF microneedling course.

The course runs over 12 weeks, including pre-study and onsite training. Your e-learning opens as soon as you pay your deposit. You attend 2 formative practical training days at our Orpington clinic, completing your 6 case studies on live models with 3D Aesthetics devices, then 1 end point assessment day with a VTCT assessor. Our team will help you arrange your dates.

£2,100 including VAT, registration and certificate fees, for both qualifications. A £250 deposit secures your place and opens your e-learning, with the balance due 14 days before you start. You can also pay in full, pay with Klarna (interest free) or apply for Snap Finance (subject to status). Combine courses totalling £3,000 or more to spread the cost.

Yes. Models are always supplied by the college, so you don't need to find your own for your practical training days. Classes are limited to six learners, so your tutor can guide you on every radio frequency and ultrasound treatment as you complete your case studies and build confidence before your final assessments.

At our clinic at 3 Locks Court, 429 Crofton Road, Locksbottom, Orpington, Kent BR6 8NL, in the London Borough of Bromley, near London. Your theory is online, so you travel in for your 2 practical training days and your end point assessment day. Our team will confirm your dates when you book.

No. This course covers radio frequency and ultrasound treatments under two VTCT Level 4 qualifications. HIFU (high intensity focused ultrasound) is a different treatment with its own qualification: our VTCT Level 4 Award in HIFU is a separate course for £1,500. Many practitioners take both. Our advisors can help you decide which to start with.

No. A manufacturer course or our CPD RF and ultrasound cavitation body course shows you one device. This course leads to two regulated VTCT Level 4 qualifications, with written assignments, an online theory exam and external practical examinations with a VTCT assessor. It covers radio frequency and ultrasound only: it is not HIFU, laser or injectables. Compare the two side by side above.

Possibly. Our RPL route recognises your existing accreditation and experience. You should hold CPD accreditation in radio frequency and ultrasound, have 2 years' experience and be able to provide 10 case studies in each treatment area. Admissions review every request and may ask for more information before confirming your route.