VTCT SKILLS (ITEC) · LEVEL 4
Choose your path to mastery.
SIGNATURE
The complete, supported journey.
01 2 months preparation
02 6 training days
03 12 supervised models
04 6 months tutor support
05 Theory Exam
06 Final Practical Assessment
FOUNDATION
Build your skills from the beginning.
01 1 month preparation
02 4 training days
03 6 supervised models
04 Theory Exam
05 Final Practical Assessment
PROFESSIONAL UPGRADE
Enter with experience. Prove your level.
01 Existing SMP experience
02 Portfolio & case studies
03 Theory Exam
04 Final Practical Assessment
Official VTCT Skills (ITEC) Approved Training Centre
Professional Scalp Micropigmentation Training in London
Micropixink Training Centre is an Official VTCT Skills (ITEC) Approved Training Centre in London, specialising in professional scalp micropigmentation education for new and experienced practitioners.
Our training pathways combine structured theory, guided preparation, live demonstrations, supervised practical experience and professional assessment. Students develop safe working practices, strong technical control and the ability to plan natural, individually tailored scalp micropigmentation treatments.
Specialist Scalp Micropigmentation Training Covers :
Male and Female Hair Loss
Post-Transplant Density Enhancement
Alopecia
FUE scar camouflage
Density restoration
FUT linear scar camouflage
Hairline reconstruction
Post-traumatic scar camouflage
Full-scalp SMP
Individual treatment planning
Professional Skills Development
Scalp Assessment
Depth, Pressure and Spacing
Hairline Design and Mapping
Adapting Techniques to Individual Cases
Pigment and Colour Selection
Safe Working Practices
Machine and Needle Control
Pre-care and Aftercare
An Ofqual-regulated SMP Qualification
Micropixink Training Centre delivers the VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 4 Award in Scalp Micropigmentation Treatments.
This Ofqual-regulated qualification covers the professional knowledge, practical skills, consultation procedures, treatment protocols, safety standards and professional responsibilities required to perform scalp micropigmentation treatments.
Qualification Details
Qualification
VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 4 Award in Scalp Micropigmentation Treatments
Qualification Number
610/1642/1
Level
4
Entry requirement
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology or an accepted equivalent
Guided Learning Hours
170 hours for the complete qualification
Total Qualification Time
330 hours
Minimum Age
18+
Awarding organisation
VTCT Skills
Regulation
Ofqual
21 Guided Learning Hours relate specifically to the UBT446 SMP unit. The complete qualification includes 170 Guided Learning Hours. These figures must not be presented as the number of practical academy training hours.
Choose Your Pathway
Course Package
Professional Upgrade
Price
£1,200
Suitable for
Practising SMP artists
required
Yes
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology
Required before completion
Pre-training
Independent study
Practical training
Final assessment pathway
Supervised live models
1
Models provided
Yes
External case studies required
6
Level 4 training manual
Included
Level 4
Included
Separate certified CPD Infection Control course
Not included
SMP machine
Provided for assessment
Professional SMP kit
Not included
Pigments and needles to keep
Not included
Equipment used during academy training
Provided
Professional photography
Included
Portfolio development
Portfolio review
Final practical assessment
Included
Assessment guidance
Included
Six months of guided support
Not Included
guidance
Included
VTCT Skills registration
Included
Course Package
Foundation Pathway
Price
£3,500
Suitable for
Beginners
required
No
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology
Required before completion
Pre-training
1 month of guided preparation
Practical training
4 full days
Supervised live models
6
Models provided
Yes
External case studies required
No
Level 4 training manual
Included
Level 4
Included
Separate certified CPD Infection Control course
Not included
SMP machine
Included
Professional SMP kit
Not included
Pigments and needles to keep
Not included
Equipment used during academy training
Provided
Professional photography
Included
Portfolio development
Included
Final practical assessment
Included
Assessment guidance
Included
Six months of guided support
Included
guidance
Included
VTCT Skills registration
Included
Course Package
Signature Pathway
Price
£5,000
Suitable for
Beginners
required
No
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology
VTCT Level 3 qualification included
Pre-training
2 months of guided preparation
Practical training
6 full days
Supervised live models
12
Models provided
Yes
External case studies required
No
Level 4 training manual
Included
Level 4
Included
Separate certified CPD Infection Control course
Included
SMP machine
Included within the professional kit
Professional SMP kit
Included
Pigments, needles and practice materials to keep
Included
Equipment used during academy training
Provided
Professional photography
Included
Portfolio development
Extended portfolio development
Final practical assessment
Included
Assessment guidance
Included
Six months of guided support
Included
guidance
Included
VTCT Skills registration
Included
Equipment During Training
All machines, pigments, needles, latex, PPE and clinical materials required during academy training and assessment are provided.
The equipment included for students to keep depends on the selected pathway:
- Basic: SMP machine
- Signature: professional SMP kit containing a machine, pigments, needles and practice materials