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SPMU and aesthetics training · London and Manchester

Microblading, SPMU and aesthetics courses

Find the right semi-permanent makeup or specialist aesthetics course, from your first microblading class to advanced Level 5 training. Book your place with LV College.

All courses

Every course below is taught by LV College. Open a course for what it covers, then book it directly or ask a question on WhatsApp.

6 days

VTCT Level 4 Microblading Eyebrows

A six-day, small-class course in handheld microblading for natural hair-stroke brows. Nanoblading is included.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Brow mapping and design
  • Creating fine, natural hair strokes by hand
  • Nanoblading techniques
  • Client consultation, case studies and aftercare

What’s included

  • Six days of small-class training
  • A starter kit
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

Before you book

LV College’s online VTCT Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology award is designed for students taking this course. Ask whether you need it before you start.

6 days

VTCT Level 4 Micropigmentation (Brows, Eyeliner and Lip Blush)

Machine micropigmentation for brows, eyeliner and lip blush over six days. Designed for complete beginners.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Powder and nano brows by machine
  • Eyeliner micropigmentation
  • Lip blush
  • Consultation, skin assessment and aftercare

What’s included

  • Six days of small-class training
  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

Who it suits

Beginners who want a recognised qualification covering the three most requested SPMU treatments.

2 days + online

VTCT Level 4 Lip Blush Training

Lip micropigmentation for soft, defined colour, working towards the VTCT Skills Level 4 Award in Lip Micropigmentation Techniques.

Course details

How it’s delivered

  • About 10 hours of guided video theory before the course
  • Two intensive days of practical training with live models

What you’ll learn

  • Lip shapes, colour theory and pigment choice
  • Equipment and needle types
  • Local licensing requirements
  • Aftercare and healing

Where

Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres.

3 days

VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Scalp Micropigmentation

A regulated Level 4 qualification in scalp micropigmentation (SMP), with three days of practical training.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Creating the appearance of fuller hair and hairlines with SMP
  • Pigments, needles and machine settings
  • Consultation and aftercare

What’s included

  • Three days of practical training
  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • Professional photos of your work for your portfolio
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

3 days

VTCT Level 4 Skin Microneedling

A regulated Level 4 microneedling qualification for beauty professionals and medics, blending online theory with practical days.

Course details

How it’s delivered

  • Day 1: an online webinar covering skin anatomy, treatment theory and protocols
  • Days 2 and 3: practical training in the classroom with live models

Who it suits

Beauty professionals and medics who want to offer microneedling with a nationally recognised qualification.

Level 5

VTCT Level 5 Nipple Tattoo and Areola Reconstruction

Advanced paramedical tattooing for permanent makeup artists, recreating the natural look of the nipple and areola.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • 3D nipple and areola tattoo techniques
  • Supporting clients after mastectomy, breast surgery or trauma
  • Colour matching and realistic shading

Entry requirements

  • A VTCT Level 4 Micropigmentation qualification
  • A VTCT Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology certificate, or equivalent
  • Aged 18 or over, with a good understanding of English

What’s included

  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

2 days

NB1 Microblading Course

A two-day, small-class fast-track course in handheld microblading and nanoblading.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Brow shaping and mapping
  • Handheld microblading and nanoblading strokes
  • Hygiene, consultation and aftercare

What’s included

  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • Professional photos of your work for your portfolio
  • A starter kit
  • A CPD and insurance-approved certificate when you complete the course
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

5 days

NB2 EMBO and Korean Nanoblading

Five days of advanced nanoblading with EMBO tools, including practice on six live models.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Korean nanoblading techniques for ultra-fine, natural strokes
  • Working with EMBO tools
  • Brow design, consultation and aftercare

What’s included

  • Practice on six live models, provided by LV College
  • A starter kit
  • A CPD and insurance-approved certificate when you complete the course
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

2 days

NB4 EMBO Eyeliner, Lip Liner and Lip Blush

A two-day fast-track course in eyeliner, lip liner and lip blush, with two live models.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Eyeliner micropigmentation
  • Lip liner and full lip blush
  • Colour choice, consultation and aftercare

What’s included

  • Practice on two live models, provided by LV College
  • A CPD and insurance-approved certificate when you complete the course
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

3 days

NB5 EMBO Micropigmentation

Three days of machine micropigmentation for ombre, shaded and powder brows, with four live models.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Ombre, shading and powder brow techniques by machine
  • Machine set-up and needle choice
  • Consultation and aftercare

What’s included

  • Practice on four live models, provided by LV College
  • Professional photos for your portfolio
  • A CPD and insurance-approved certificate when you complete the course
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

2 days

SM1 Scalp Micropigmentation

A two-day, small-class fast-track course in scalp micropigmentation.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Scalp micropigmentation techniques for hairlines and density
  • Pigment and needle choice
  • Consultation and aftercare

What’s included

  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • Professional photos for your portfolio
  • A CPD and insurance-approved certificate when you complete the course
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

1 day

E1 Semi-Permanent Eyelash Extensions

A one-day classic lash course, with the option to add a second day for Russian volume lashes. No experience needed.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • Applying individual semi-permanent lashes
  • Lash mapping, isolation and safe application
  • Aftercare and infills
  • Russian volume lashes, if you add the second day

What’s included

  • A professional kit
  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • A CPD-accredited certificate
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

Who it suits

Complete beginners: no previous lash or beauty experience is needed.

Fast track

D1 Dermaplaning

Learn to remove dead skin cells and fine facial hair with a sterile blade, for a smooth, bright finish.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • How dermaplaning works and who it suits
  • Safe blade technique
  • Combining dermaplaning with other facials
  • Client case studies

What’s included

  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • A professional starter kit
  • A CPD and insurance-approved certificate when you complete the course
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

1 day

BB1 BB Glow

A one-day fast-track course in BB Glow, a semi-permanent foundation-style facial treatment, using EMBO equipment.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • The BB Glow treatment process, from cleansing to aftercare
  • Using EMBO BB Glow equipment and serums
  • Consultation and client suitability

What’s included

  • A professional kit
  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • A CPD and insurance-approved certificate when you complete the course
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

1 day

Hyaluron Pen 1-Day Fast Track

A one-day, small-class fast-track course in Hyaluron Pen precision device treatments for technicians and therapists.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • How the Hyaluron Pen device works
  • Treatment areas and technique
  • Consultation, aftercare and what clients can expect afterwards

What’s included

  • Certification on completion
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

2 days

Hyaluron Pen 2-Day Course

The full two-day Hyaluron Pen course, with more time for practice on live models.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • How the Hyaluron Pen device works
  • Treatment areas and technique
  • Consultation and aftercare

What’s included

  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres

2 days

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) Training

A beginner-friendly, CPD-accredited two-day course in platelet rich plasma treatments, with theory and live model practice.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • How PRP treatments work
  • Preparation and treatment technique
  • Safety, consultation and aftercare

What’s included

  • Two days of theory and practical training
  • Hands-on practice on live models, provided by LV College
  • A CPD-accredited certificate (6 CPD credits)

1 day

Phlebotomy Training

Learn to take blood safely and confidently (venepuncture) in one intensive, CPD-accredited day.

Course details

How it’s delivered

  • Online theory before the course
  • One day of practical training with live models

Entry requirements

  • Aged 18 or over
  • No previous experience needed

What’s included

A CPD-accredited certificate

1 day

Colour Correction and Removal

A one-day course in correcting and removing permanent makeup and microblading, including saline removal.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • When to correct and when to remove a brow
  • Correcting a poor brow shape or position
  • Colour theory and pigment undertones
  • Saline removal

Who it suits

Microblading and PMU artists at any level, and beginners who want to understand correction from the start.

Where

Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres.

Specialist

Plasma Fibroblast Skin Tightening

Training in plasma fibroblast, a non-surgical skin tightening technique.

Course details

What you’ll learn

  • How plasma fibroblast works
  • Treatment areas and technique
  • Consultation, suitability and aftercare

Where

Runs at LV College’s London and Manchester training centres.

Online

VTCT Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology (Online)

The online, self-paced Level 3 award that underpins Level 4 microblading and micropigmentation training.

Course details

How it’s delivered

  • 100% online and self-paced
  • A final online assessment

Who it suits

Students planning a VTCT Level 4 Micropigmentation or Microblading course.

Entry requirements

No previous qualifications, but a basic understanding of English is needed.

  • Courses for beginners

    Many courses need no previous experience, so you can start a new career in SPMU from scratch.

  • Live model practice

    Most courses include hands-on practice on live models, provided by the academy.

  • London and Manchester

    Train at LV College's centres in London or Manchester, on weekdays or weekends.

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Start a career in semi-permanent makeup

Semi-permanent makeup (SPMU) is one of the fastest-growing areas of the beauty industry. Brows, eyeliner and lip blush treatments last for months rather than hours, and clients return for colour boosts, so skilled artists build loyal, repeat clientele.

This guide explains the main SPMU and specialist aesthetics courses, what each covers and who it suits, so you can choose with confidence. When you’re ready, book your place with LV College, a microblading and aesthetics training academy with centres in London and Manchester.

Choosing your course

New to SPMU and want a regulated qualification? Start with the online VTCT Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology award, then choose VTCT Level 4 Microblading or VTCT Level 4 Micropigmentation.

Want to start quickly? The two-day NB1 Microblading course is a fast-track route into hand-drawn brows, and the NB2 EMBO and Korean Nanoblading course takes your technique further.

Already an SPMU artist? Add lip blush, eyeliner and lips, scalp micropigmentation or colour correction, or specialise with Level 5 nipple and areola tattooing.

Adding skin treatments? See microneedling, dermaplaning, BB Glow, the Hyaluron Pen, PRP and plasma fibroblast, or train in eyelash extensions and phlebotomy.

Questions

Do I need experience to train in microblading?

No. Courses such as the NB1 Microblading course and the VTCT Level 4 Micropigmentation course are designed for beginners.

What's the difference between a VTCT course and a fast-track course?

VTCT Level 4 and Level 5 courses lead to regulated qualifications and run over several days. Fast-track courses, such as NB1, are shorter and lead to a CPD and insurance-approved certificate.

Do I need the Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology award?

It's designed for students planning a VTCT Level 4 microblading or micropigmentation course, and is required for some advanced courses. Ask LV College whether you need it for your course.

Are models provided?

Most practical courses include live models provided by LV College. Check the details of your chosen course.

Where do the courses run?

At LV College's training centres in London and Manchester. Some theory, such as the Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology award, is online.

Can I pay in instalments?

Many courses can be booked with a deposit and payment plan. Ask LV College about the options for your course.

Is my information shared?

This site doesn't collect any personal details. If you book, message or call, you deal directly with LV College.

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