Pedicure course using scalpel?

[shieldsy1980]

Hi,
Can anyone recommend a pedicure course in the UK which teaches removal of callous skin using a scalpel instead of a foot file please?
Thank you

 

[Noodle]

Hi,
Can anyone recommend a pedicure course in the UK which teaches removal of callous skin using a scalpel instead of a foot file please?
Thank you

To be honest, I doubt any pedicure course will include instruction with such a specialised implement, which would be more suited to a trained chiropodist or podiatrist.

 

[CFBS]

Perhaps a foot health practitioners course is more what you're looking for?

https://www.collegefhp.com/

 

[charlotteBIM]

I think its more a chiropodist course you're looking for, i did and extra course so i can offer this in my pedicures - its definitely worth it.

 

[Flash2009]

You need to train to be a podiatrist to do this which is a minimum of 3 years full time degree

 

[shieldsy1980]

You need to train to be a podiatrist to do this which is a minimum of 3 years full time degree

Thanks but that’s not true. There is a stand-alone podiatry module that can be completed if you already have the required beauty qualifications.

 

[Flash2009]

This absolutely true. You need to be HCPC registered to use the title Chiropodist or Podiatrist. So can you point me in the direction of this stand alone module please as I am very interested in it. Thanks

 

[shieldsy1980]

Hi,
I didn’t ever mention that I would be using the title? I have no intention of becoming a Podiatrist. I said there was a stand-alone module which allows you to train using the scalpel solely for the removal of callous skin if you already having the appropriate qualifications such as pedicure etc.

 

[Flash2009]

Quote- “There is a stand alone podiatry module”?? I would still like to know which module allows a beauty therapist to use a scalpel though

 

[shieldsy1980]

Quote- “There is a stand alone podiatry module”?? I would still like to know which module allows a beauty therapist to use a scalpel though

I assume by your touchiness you are a Podiatrist?
Contact The Foot Health Clinic for further information. There is also another response further up from someone else that has completed the scalpel training. You may want to ask them for the details of their module/course also.

 

[Flash2009]

I will thanks. If you want to become a podiatrist then there are appropriate courses on which I am sure with the right entry requirements you would be made most welcome.

 

[shieldsy1980]

Nowhere on this thread have I ever said I desire to be a Podiatrist so I just don’t get your obsession with thinking that I do?

I use a scalpel on faces in my line of work on a daily basis so see no reason for you to take it to heart that I would also like to use it for the removal of callous skin.

Let me know how you get on with that contact you seem desperate to make.

 

[Podlady]

I am also interested in this 'stand alone Podiatry module' because I have never heard of it.
And which 'Foot Health Clinic' are you talking about - there are dozens on the internet with that title ?
I am also curious to know what training allows yu to use scalpels on clients faces ?

 

[stirthemud]

Lol, it's called derma-planing, you have to be a fully qualified Beauty Therapist to do it though I am sure. I appreciate you Podiatrists went to uni for 3 years but you are qualified to do far more than removing calloused skin with a scalpel. No one has has put your qualification down. If this lady has a teaching qualification, which she said she had. What is the issue with her passing her knowledge on along its the proper understanding and requirement for insurance? Beauty Therapists study for three years too and then continue to learn on lots of other courses, the college is just for the main learning so please don't think yourselves any 'better' than anyone else.

 

[Podlady]

Hmmm, 'derma-planing' - never heard of it, but thanks anyway. It seems a bit like shaving a cowboy with a cut-throat razor in the Wild West

I'm still curious about this 'stand alone podiatry module' that's been mentioned can anyone elucidate on that?

Do beauty therapists also study for 3 years f/t at Uni for a degree qualification? I didn't know that.

 

[stirthemud]

Hmmm, 'derma-planing' - never heard of it, but thanks anyway. It seems a bit like shaving a cowboy with a cut-throat razor in the Wild West

I'm still curious about this 'stand alone podiatry module' that's been mentioned can anyone elucidate on that?

Do beauty therapists also study for 3 years f/t at Uni for a degree qualification? I didn't know that.

Not a degree, of course not. My point was that they study for 3 years (full time yes )for level 3 and are qualified.

 

[shieldsy1980]

I am also interested in this 'stand alone Podiatry module' because I have never heard of it.
And which 'Foot Health Clinic' are you talking about - there are dozens on the internet with that title ?
I am also curious to know what training allows yu to use scalpels on clients faces ?

Dermaplaning. Very popular so surprised you haven’t heard of it ‍

 

[Podlady]

Well, I'm a Pod not a beautician so it doesn't come within my remit, and no-one I know has ever had the treatment.

And I'd be pleased to hear where the contents of the 'Stand alone Podiatry Module' can be viewed?

 

[shieldsy1980]

The website of the company is www.collegefhp.com. Give them a call to discuss your query and I’m sure they’ll be more than happy to assist.

I have to say though, the elitist comments from the“Pod’s” on this thread make me laugh out loud. it’s actually hilarious.

I’m a trained and very experienced Social Worker who has already obtained the almighty “degree” in a specialist area of work as well as a Masters but chose to follow another career path due to various circumstances. NEVER would I be so demeaning about anyone else’s profession, whatever it may be.You should actually be ashamed. I showed the “pod” that owns the shop across the road from me and she was mortified.

 

[shieldsy1980]

Not a degree, of course not. My point was that they study for 3 years (full time yes )for level 3 and are qualified.

Hmmm, 'derma-planing' - never heard of it, but thanks anyway. It seems a bit like shaving a cowboy with a cut-throat razor in the Wild West

I'm still curious about this 'stand alone podiatry module' that's been mentioned can anyone elucidate on that?

Do beauty therapists also study for 3 years f/t at Uni for a degree qualification? I didn't know that.

Wow are are you actually so demeaning to people in real life? I’m assuming you won’t be self employed with an attitude like that!