NPA Body Massage and Wrap Treatments SCQF level 6

The National Progression Award (NPA) in Body Massage and Wrap Treatments is one of a suite of NPAs which have been developed with, and included as part of, the National Certificate (NC) in Beauty Therapy Services and Treatments at SCQF level 6. It allows part-time learners to achieve a ‘bite size’ qualification, which may then be combined with additional NPA qualifications or units. The NPA also allows learners to specialise in a particular area, developing skills reflective of industry practice.

Learners will gain knowledge and understanding of body massage techniques and body wrap treatments, the underpinning theory associated with body massage, and how to plan, prepare, perform and reflect on the treatments provided.

Qualification structure

Group award code: GV83 46 (12 SCQF credit points)

SCQF level: 6

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This National Progression Award consists of 2 mandatory units (12 SCQF credit points).

Mandatory units

4 code 2 code Unit title SQA credit SQA credit points SCQF level
J8FM 46 Body Massage Techniques 1 6 6
J8FP 46 Body Wrap Treatments 1 6 6

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How to assess

Assessment will be a combination of practical and knowledge assessments under closed- and open-book assessment conditions. See the assessment and evidence requirements for each unit.

Assessment and/or e-assessment support packs are available for this qualification.

Deliver this qualification

Why study this qualification

The NPA in Body Massage and Wrap Treatments is suitable for direct entrants with some experience and prior knowledge in the subject area. It is suitable for those already working within the beauty industry.

Access

Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners would benefit from having attained the skills, knowledge and understanding required by one or more of the following or equivalent qualifications at SCQF level 5 and/or experience:

  • NC in Beauty Therapy Skills (GV0J 35)
  • SVQ in Beauty Therapy (GL6Y 22)
  • NPA in Scalp, Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage (GV0K 45)

The recommended minimum age for this qualification is 16 years at the time of registration.

Employment and progression

Learners who successfully complete the qualification may progress to:

  • SVQ Beauty Therapy SCQF level 6 (GL71 23)
  • NC Beauty Therapy Services and Treatments SCQF level 6
  • other NPA awards or employment within this vocational area

Qualification structure

Group award code: GV83 46 (12 SCQF credit points)

SCQF level: 6

Qualification structure (223 KB)

This National Progression Award consists of 2 mandatory units (12 SCQF credit points).

Mandatory units

4 code 2 code Unit title SQA credit SQA credit points SCQF level
J8FM 46 Body Massage Techniques 1 6 6
J8FP 46 Body Wrap Treatments 1 6 6

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