Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Body Piercing (RQF)
(QRN-610/0403/0)
Qualification Overview
The Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Body Piercing (RQF) is aimed at learners who wish to work in a piercing studio. The qualification aims to develop knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and skills of safe working practices, and how to conduct various body piercings.
Learner Entry Requirements
Focus Awards does not set any other entry requirements, but additional criteria may be requested or specified by the centre.
Progression Routes
Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:
- Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma In Combined Beauty Therapy Skills (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma In Combined Nail Technology Skills (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 2 Award In Nail Art (RQF)
- Focus Awards Level 3 Award In Lash Extensions (RQF)
Age Ranges
Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be aged 18 to undertake this qualification.
Geographical Coverage
This qualification is available in England.
Mandatory Units | ||||
Unit Title | Unit Referrence | Level | Credit | GLH |
Monitor and Maintain Health and Safety Practice in the Studio | J/650/1289 | 3 | 4 | 30 |
Principles of Body Piercing | M/650/1290 | 3 | 8 | 70 |
Understanding Human Anatomy and Physiology | J/618/1664 | 3 | 8 | 70 |
Provide Ear Piercings | R/650/1291 | 3 | 6 | 55 |
Provide Facial Piercings | T/650/1292 | 3 | 6 | 55 |
Provide Oral Piercings | Y/650/1293 | 3 | 6 | 55 |
Provide Body Piercings | A/650/1294 | 3 | 6 | 55 |
Optional Units | ||||
Unit Title |
Unit Referrence |
Level |
Credit |
GLH |
Provide Surface Piercings | D/650/1295 | 3 | 6 | 55 |
Provide Genital Piercings | F/650/1296 | 4 | 7 | 62 |
Salon Reception Duties | A/600/8773 | 2 | 3 | 24 |
Promote Additional Services or Products to Customers | D/601/0936 | 2 | 6 | 40 |
Develop and Maintain Effectiveness at Work | M/617/3378 | 2 | 3 | 30 |
Facial Anatomy and Physiology | Y/617/9966 | 4 | 2 | 20 |