VTCT & CPD accredited · Est. Rettendon Common
Aesthetics, taught to a clinical standard.
Katana Aesthetics is a VTCT-accredited training academy in Rettendon Common, Essex, offering regulated qualifications from Level 3 to Level 7, focused CPD short courses, and a teaching clinic where advanced skin treatments are performed — and learned — properly.
Fig. 01 — Practical training, Rettendon Common campus
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VTCT regulated
Levels 3–7
CPD certified
Short courses
Teaching clinic
Supervised practice
Small cohorts
Max 2 per class
01 — Training courses
Qualifications that carry weight with employers and insurers.
VTCT regulated qualifications
Level
03
610/2399/1 | BT3C10
VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 3 Certificate in Access to Aesthetic Therapies
16 weeks · On campus
The foundation route into professional aesthetics.
Level
03
VTCT Skills Level 3 Award in Adult Basic Life Support, AED and Management of Anaphylaxis
6 weeks · Blended
The science base required for advanced skin practice.
Level
04
VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments
8 weeks · Practical-led
Microneedling protocols to clinical standard.
Level
04
VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 3 Certificate in Access to Aesthetic Therapies
8 weeks · Practical-led
Superficial peels, skin typing and contraindications.
Level
05
VTCT Skills Level 5 Certificate in Non-surgical Aesthetic Procedures for Skin Rejuvenation
24 weeks · On campus
Advanced skin analysis and treatment planning.
Level
07
VTCT Skills Level 7 Diploma in Non-surgical Aesthetic Injectable Procedures
9–12 months · Postgraduate
The regulated route into injectable practice.
CPD short courses
C.01
Dermaplaning
1 day
C.02
Facial
1 day
C.03
Advanced Microneedling
1 day
C.04
Chemical Skin Peels
1 day
C.05
One Day Airbrush Makeup
1 day
C.06
First Aid CPD One Day
1 day
C.07
Waxing
1 day
C.08
Foundation Filler
2 day
C.09
Foundation Anti-Ageing Injectables
2 day
C.10
Hifu
1 day
C.11
Eyelashes
1 day
C.12
Threading
1 day
C.13
Tinting
1 day
Fig. 02 — Level 4 skin needling practical
02 — Learning pathway
One route, from first facial to clinical injectables.
03
Level 03 · Foundation
Beauty therapy fundamentals, anatomy and physiology, professional standards.
04
Level 04 · Advanced skin
Needling, peels and advanced facial techniques under clinical supervision.
05
Level 05 · Aesthetic practice
Consultation, skin analysis and evidence-based treatment planning.
07
Level 07 · Non-surgical
Postgraduate-level regulated qualification for non-surgical aesthetic practice.
Not sure where to start? Our admissions team will map your existing experience to the right entry level — many students join directly at Level 4 with prior beauty or healthcare qualifications.
03 — Treatment clinic
Advanced skin treatments, delivered by experts and supervised graduates.
Fig. 03 — Multi Award Winning
Every treatment begins with a consultation and skin analysis. Appointments are arranged by enquiry — tell us what your skin needs and we will recommend the right treatment and practitioner.
T.01
Advanced Facial
A results-led facial tailored to your skin analysis.
from £65
T.02
Threading
Precise hair removal for clean, defined brows and smooth facial contours.
From £11
T.03
Microneedling
Collagen-induction therapy for scarring and fine lines.
from £85
T.04
Dermaplaning
Precision exfoliation for an immediate smooth finish.
from £55
T.05
Lash Lift and Curl
A gentle lash treatment that lifts and curls natural lashes for an open, defined look.
from £40
T.06
Hydra6 Facial
Six-stage deep-cleanse, exfoliation and hydration facial for a refreshed, radiant complexion.
from £150
Fig. 04 — ABT Accredited
Fig. 05 — Level 7 pathway into advanced aesthetic practice
04 — Why Katana Aesthetics
A training academy that still works in clinic.
Our tutors are practising clinicians, our classrooms sit beside working treatment suites, and our students graduate with real client hours — not just theory. That is why employers, insurers and clients trust a Katana Aesthetics qualification.
3–7
Regulated VTCT levels
2
Maximum class size
20+
Courses and CPD modules
1:1
Supervised clinic practice
Fig. 06 — Theory session, cohort of two
“The Level 4 needling course was the most rigorous training I have taken — small cohort, real models, and tutors who still work in clinic.”
Sophie M. — Level 4 Graduate, now clinic owner
“I joined at Level 3 with no background in beauty and left Level 5 with a career. The pathway is genuinely mapped out for you.”
Daniel K. — Level 5 Graduate
“As a client, you feel the difference of a teaching clinic — every treatment is meticulous, explained, and supervised.”
Priya S. — Treatment clinic client
05 — Enquiries
Tell us where you want to go. We'll map the route.
Course admissions, treatment appointments, or advice on the right qualification — send one enquiry and the right member of our team will reply within one working day.
Admissions
Telephone
Hours