LTA School of Beauty helps you choose between short-term speed and long-term mastery or combine both to build a future-proof beauty career.
One of the most common questions students ask is whether short-term or long-term beauty courses work better. The truth is, both serve very different purposes. The challenge is that students often choose based only on time or fees, without understanding how course structure impacts skill depth, career growth, and income.
At LTA School of Beauty, career counselling begins by helping students understand how learning duration aligns with long-term goals.
Short-Term Beauty Courses: Speed and Early Exposure
Short-term courses are designed for fast entry into the beauty industry. They focus on core skills, hands-on practice, and salon readiness. Popular short-term programmes at LTA include:
• Professional Makeup
• Nail Technician
• Basic Skin Therapy
• Hair Styling and Finishing
These courses allow students to start working early, gain client exposure, and build confidence quickly.
“Short-term courses are powerful when students want clarity, confidence, and early industry exposure. They are often the first step, not the final one,” says Vaishali Shah, Founder, LTA School of Beauty.
Long-Term Beauty Courses: Depth, Certification, and Global Reach
Long-term programmes focus on advanced techniques, structured learning, and international alignment. At LTA, these include:
• CIDESCO Diploma Programmes
• VTCT International Qualifications
• Advanced Skin Aesthetics Programmes
• CIDESCO Media Make-up Courses
These programmes prepare students for premium salons, clinics, international roles, and educator pathways.
“Long-term courses like CIDESCO and VTCT build credibility, discipline, and global acceptance. They shape professionals, not just practitioners,” says Biju Nair, Co-Founder, LTA School of Beauty.
What Works Best in the Long Run? Combine Both Strategically
The most successful professionals combine short-term and long-term courses. Starting with a short-term course helps students enter the industry early. Adding a long-term qualification later strengthens expertise, income potential, and global mobility.
This layered learning model ensures continuous growth and career sustainability.
Short-term or long-term is not the real decision. The real decision is how smartly you plan your learning journey. Book a counselling session NOW at LTA School of Beauty today and build a career path that evolves with industry demands and global opportunities.
FAQs
Are short-term courses enough for a full career?
They are a strong foundation but need upskilling.
Do CIDESCO and VTCT matter internationally?
Yes, both are globally recognised.
Can courses be combined at LTA?
Yes, LTA designs progressive learning paths.
Which option offers better income long-term?
Combined training delivers the strongest results.
