FAQs

A. No. Choose whichever module you wish to specialise in if you want, or we can guide you too. Preferably the one you are most passionate about would be a first choice. However some modalities will require added modules. As an example:

Holistic Swedish Massage = 100 hours. You will also need to do Anatomy and Physiology too. And what about First Aid? Well, you can run Massage and Anatomy and Physiology at the same time or start with A+P first and then do Massage. First Aid will need to be completed before receiving certification. If wishing to get an International outcome, Business Administration would need to be covered additionally.

A.  We cover all costs up front. Course fee. If there is a kit or book fee, that is noted on the course information. There is a once off registration fee and you need to purchase a BTI Black Top. Wear your own trousers & black shoes and we are happy. If you wish to complete International examinations, these costs are additional and would be quoted upon request. We supply your linen and equipment to use at the college.

A. You book your bed for the date and time that works best for you. As this defines flexi modular learning? It means you can choose whichever course you wish to learn and complete it when you are available to attend. We don’t dictate the days and times. You tell us. some modules are at set times, on set dates but we keep those to a minimum.

A.  You have a teacher in class full time. She moves from learner to learner, teaching whichever skill is required by each person. You bring someone in to practise on or you work on other students to gain your hours. They don’t pay, so it is a treat for your guests and friends. You could also practise on the college’s paying guests. You book your bed for the date and time that works best for you.

A.  No. Not unless they wish to have other treatments done by other learners, in which case they will then become a paying guest to the college.

A.  You tell us. Choose your date and time. We structure our courses around you, due to the flexibility of the hours. Unless it is specifically on a set date, at a set time.

A.  Beauty Therapy Institute is the largest group of beauty training colleges in Africa, run by group franchisor Sandy Fuhr, who brings over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry and education to the group. Sandy has a global influences in the beauty industry as past president of SAAHSP and CIDSECO. We offer world-class training, accredited by Service SETA, and iTEC and are always adding the latest modalities, technology, training material and methodologies to our extensive offering. Our educators meet regularly for upskilling and training and to improve our existing training methods. BTI’s collaboration with the  Sorbet Group means we can  gaurantee job interviews with the Sorbet Group toqualifying student.  We have a long history and a strong footprint in the beauty industry in South Africa and Africa.

A. There are 3 payment options for you to choose from:

1. Full payment upfront (Combination course fees are discounted by 10%, and Gem loyalty discounts apply on individual modules for returning students)
2. Payment Plan option – Pay 50% on registration.  Pay 25% half way through the course or at the end of Month 1 whichever comes sooner.  Pay the remaining 25% three quarters way through the course or at the end of month 2, whichever comes sooner.
3. Apply for a Student loan from one of our loan partners. (This is available to South African ID holders, and is subject to credit approval and affordability)

A. All theory is self-study and completed via our digital interactive miEbooks App. (Hard copy textbooks are available to purchase)

Assessments and worksheets are checked by your educator to track your progress. Educators are always available to help in any way you need, and optional theory classes are held on campus throughout the year.

A.  You tell us. Choose your date and time. We structure our courses around you, due to the flexibility of the hours. Unless it is specifically on a set date, at a set time.