Private vs Regulated Course Structures

Lets Talk about Private vs Regulated Course Structures. Now it is very likely you have heard the terms Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 to describe beauty courses and qualifications. Examples of this include Level 3 Beauty Therapy. These courses often take place over an extended period of time elapsing anywhere from 9 months to three years depending on the intensity of the course and curriculum that is covered. 

For regulated qualifications the trainer will be provided with a curriculum to follow. This essentially means they will be told exactly what to teach. This is beneficial as anyone enrolling onto a regulated course is going to be learning the exact same thing which ensures consistency in knowledge. When teaching regulated courses the trainer is required to work in line with the awarding bodies expectations. Some awarding bodies offer course materials and assessments for the trainer to use streamlining the preparation process.

In comparison choosing private courses gives the educator more autonomy over how they deliver their courses and assess their students. Educators will be responsible for the creation of all course materials and assessments. Accreditation boards will have different expectations of how courses should be run and the documentation required.

When choosing whether to teach regulated or private courses it is important to consider the difference in cost and qualification requirements. When choosing private accreditation educators often only require the Level 3 Award in Education and Training and will be required to pay an annual fee to maintain their accredited status. In comparison for regulated courses educators will need their Ofqual Regulated Level 3 Award in Education and Training and Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement. You will also need to work alongside an Internal Quality Assurer to ensure that your courses are meeting industry standards. For regulated qualifications you will pay a start up fee and a registration fee per student you teach. Not all awarding bodies have an annual renewal fee and so you will need to research your options. 

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