Frequently Asked Questions

How do I pay for a course at The Yorkshire College of Beauty Therapy?

To reserve a place on a course, a £250.00 + VAT Registration fee for full time courses or £100.00 + VAT for part time courses is required at time of registering. A deposit of one third of the total course fee is required 16 weeks prior to the start date of the course.  The balance of the fee is payable in full, one month prior to the course commencement date. The deposit is only refundable upon cancellation provided that written notice is given no less than twelve weeks prior to the course start date. If, on enrolment, less than twelve weeks remain before the start of the course, the deposit is non- refundable. A payment plan may be available subject to status, please ask for the terms and conditions.

Should a student be unable to take her examination due to accident, illness or injury, resulting in prolonged absence the College will allow the student to return to complete their studies without further payment of tuition fees.  However, absence will have to be supported by a Doctor’s certificate and pre-existing medical conditions cannot be covered. This scheme applies to tuition fees only. Pre-paid examination fees are non-refundable.

What is included in the tuition fees?

A full costing for all courses is available on request or at interview.  This includes all tuition fees, kit, uniform, text books, examination fees and VAT at the current rate.

Is funding available for full and part time courses?

‘Professional and Career Development Loans are commercial bank loans that can be used to help pay for work related learning. You can borrow between £300 and £10,000 to help support the cost of up to two years of learning (or three years if it includes one year’s relevant unpaid practical work). The Government will pay the interest on the loan while you are learning and for one month afterwards. You will then need to start repaying the loan as you would any other commercial loans product. The loan can be used to pay course fees or other costs such as travel and living expenses. You can also use the loan to supplement other forms of support such as grants or bursaries. As the Professional and Career Development Loan is a commercial loan product, you should make sure you have investigated all the funding options that may be open to you to ensure you take an informed decision about whether the Loan is right for you.  For further information on financial assistance to support your learning, visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact Next Step on 0800 100 900. Our learning provider registration number is: 3081’

Some students may also apply for EMA (Education Maintenance Allowance)

What could EMA do for you?

Whatever you decide to do, EMA could help you with the cost of books, travel, equipment or anything useful to continue learning. It is worth up to £30 a week, and it is paid straight into your bank account, not to your parents or your college.

What is the catch?
There is no catch. As long as you attend regularly and work hard, there should be no problem in receiving EMA. And if you stay in learning, it could affect what you earn - the latest research shows that learning a new skill and getting a new qualification can actually mean more money in your hands, increasing your annual salary by up to £3,000.

Interested?
Your next step is to find out whether you qualify, and how much you could get at ema.direct.gov.uk. Payment plans may also be an option. These are subject to status and terms and conditions apply.

What kit will I need?

Kits are available from the College, ensuring that you will have professional quality equipment. The kits vary depending on which course you choose to study, however they contain such things as uniforms, textbooks, towels and beauty tools. On the first day you will need to bring with you; a tape measure, nurse's fob watch, nurse's dictionary, pencil case, pens, coloured pencils, A4 white lined paper and an academic year diary.

Everything else will be issued on the first day in the form of Beauty Kits and all consumables ie. products come at no extra charge. Whilst a locker will be provided for daytime use, the college cannot be held responsible for losses, so all equipment must be clearly named.

What are college hours?

For full time students, term times start in September and February and part time courses start in September, January and April, with college hours from 9.00 am to 5.30pm including a one hour break for lunch.

Part time student hours vary - please contact the College for more details

What can I do at lunch time?

You can either pop out to eat, nip to the shops or use the on-site restaurant and lounge facilities. A fully-subsidised menu is available with hot and cold snacks as well as a salad bar and daily specials.

Can International students apply for courses?

The College is accredited by ASIC who are UK Border Agency approved for the purposes of sponsorship under the Points Based System, allowing International students to apply to the College.