Luster Beauty International Education and Training Academy
LBEDU Qualification Assessment and International Certification Services
Academy Leadership and Mission Inheritance
Luster Beauty International Education and Training Academy (LUSTER BEAUTY INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING ACADEMY, abbreviated as LBEDU or LBIETA) was jointly founded by President Ms. Joey Wong and Education Director Mr. Ken Wong, officially established in 2013. The academy is a registered institution with the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Registration Number: 854), honored with the "QF Star Training Institution" recognition awarded by the Secretary for Education of Hong Kong, and authorized by the UK Qualifications Framework Authority to offer and assess Level 5 international qualification certification courses.
Ms. Joey Wong
President, Dean
With over 15 years of experience in beauty education, she leads LBEDU as a leader in Hong Kong's beauty education industry, focusing on international qualifications framework alignment and course quality assurance.
Mr. Ken Wong
Vice Dean, Education Director
A senior education and training expert, responsible for designing the academy's education system and international certification alignment, ensuring all courses meet international qualifications framework standards.
We are committed to providing quality education and training to students through the Hong Kong, UK, European, and International Qualifications Framework QF mechanism, emphasizing the assessment of instructor professionalism, beauty technology application, business planning management, and course design research, thereby promoting mutual growth in teaching and learning, and enhancing productivity and service standards in the beauty and related industries.
Qualification Assessment Services: Building Bridges of International Quality Trust
As the official certified assessment and approved center for VTCT Skills iTEC, LBEDU leverages extensive international certification experience to provide authoritative third-party course qualification assessment services for the beauty and education training industry. We are dedicated to aligning excellent courses with global mainstream qualifications frameworks (RQF, EQF, HKQF) and affixing them with internationally recognized quality labels.
Our Professional Achievements
We have an External Quality Assurance (EQA) inspection team composed of senior beauty industry experts and education and trainer training professionals. This team conducts comprehensive reviews of each course applying for assessment in strict accordance with international standards, ensuring that its teaching content, assessment methods, and learning outcomes fully meet the requirements of the declared qualification level, providing the most rigorous endorsement for course quality.
Service Operation Mechanism: Dual-Track Assessment and Qualification Labeling
We adopt a rigorous dual-track assessment process to ensure the scientific nature and credibility of the evaluation results.
1. Assessment Basis: Comprehensive Reference to Three Qualifications Frameworks
| Qualifications Framework | Level Range | Primary Application Region | LBEDU Assessment Alignment Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) | Entry Level - Level 8 | UK and Global Commonwealth System | Career-oriented, aligned with Ofqual regulatory standards, focusing on employment skills and insurance qualifications. |
| European Qualifications Framework (EQF) | Level 1 - 8 | EU Member States and Partner Countries | Learning outcomes-oriented, facilitating cross-border qualifications comparison and mobility. |
| Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (HKQF) | Level 1 - 7 | Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China | Alignment with the local Continuing Education Fund (CEF), compliant with local industry competency standards. |
2. Core Assessment Areas: 12 Major Course Categories
Our assessment services cover the following 12 core category areas, comprehensively meeting the needs of the beauty and trainer training industry:
1. Beauty Care Techniques
Assessment of basic skin care, facial treatments, and other related courses.
2. Advanced Equipment Operation
Safety and efficacy standards review for courses on lasers, radiofrequency, IPL, and other devices.
3. Eyebrow Embroidery and Micro-Pigmentation
Evaluation of the artistry and hygiene standards for semi-permanent embroidery, skin tone reconstruction, and other techniques.
4. Nail Art
Assessment of skills courses for hand and foot care, nail extensions, and artistic design.
5. Makeup and Styling
Evaluation of creativity and technique for bridal, fashion, film and TV special effects makeup courses.
6. Aromatherapy and Massage Therapy
Professional review of courses on aromatherapy, spa treatments, body massage, and other therapies.
7. Hair Removal Techniques
Review of safety procedures and effectiveness for laser, IPL, waxing, and other hair removal techniques.
8. Beauty Business Management
Assessment of business operation, marketing, financial, and human resource management courses.
9. Customer Service and Sales
Evaluation of soft skills courses such as consultation techniques, relationship management, and retail strategies.
10. Education and Training Tutor (E&T)
Assessment of tutor training courses covering pedagogy, course design, and assessment methods.
11. Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)
Review of courses on internal quality management systems and personnel for training institutions.
12. Generic Skills
Review of courses on professional ethics, hygiene and safety, communication, and collaboration.
3. Professional EQA Team Quality Check Process
Each course assessment must undergo strict inspection by our professional EQA (External Quality Assurance) team to ensure impeccable quality:
- Document Preliminary Review and Framework Mapping: EQA experts conduct an initial analysis of the course syllabus and accurately map its learning outcomes to RQF/EQF/HKQF indicators.
- Teaching and Assessment Evidence Verification: The team reviews teaching materials, student assignments, assessment records, and may conduct on-site or online class observations to verify consistency between teaching practice and documentation.
- Tutor Team Qualification Assessment: Strict examination of the professional qualifications, teaching experience, and continuous professional development records of course instructors to ensure they possess the ability to teach courses at the corresponding level.
- Final Quality Determination Meeting: All EQA experts jointly deliberate on the inspection results, make the final quality determination, and decide whether to award the "Assured" or "Endorsed" certification label.
LBEDU International Qualification Levels (1-8) Definitions and Development Pathways
LBEDU's international certification courses are strictly aligned with the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), European Qualifications Framework (EQF), and Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (HKQF), providing a clear development ladder from basic entry to expert-level management in the beauty and trainer training industry.
Your Professional Development Roadmap
The table below clearly illustrates the complete growth path from entry-level skills to industry experts and educational leaders, which can be cross-referenced with our "12 Major Course Assessment Categories" and "Core Course Areas":
| Level | LBEDU International Certification Level Definition and Corresponding Competencies | International Qualifications Alignment (Example) | Typical Career Path (Courses That Can Articulate) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Basic Entry Level: Master basic operational skills and safety and hygiene knowledge in the beauty industry, able to complete standard procedures under direct supervision. | RQF Level 1 / EQF Level 1 | Beauty Assistant, Trainee |
| Level 2 | Junior Practitioner Level: Able to independently perform standard beauty care services, such as basic facial care, hand and foot care, etc., understand the basic principles of related products and equipment. | HKQF Level 2 / RQF Level 2 | Junior Beautician, Makeup Artist (e.g., Makeup and Styling, Nail Art) |
| Level 3 | Professional Technician Level: Possess comprehensive beauty therapy or specialized advanced technical abilities, able to independently analyze client needs and provide solutions, begin to undertake some supervisory responsibilities. | HKQF Level 3 / RQF Level 3 | Senior Beauty Therapist, Specialized Technique Instructor (e.g., Aromatherapy and Massage Therapy, Basic Advanced Equipment Operation) |
| Level 4 | Senior Technician/Junior Management Level: Proficient in complex or high-tech beauty treatments and able to perform technical diagnoses. Possess preliminary team coordination and customer relationship management skills. | RQF Level 4 / EQF Level 4 | Senior Technical Specialist, Technical Supervisor, Salon Manager (e.g., Eyebrow Embroidery and Micro-Pigmentation, Laser Operation, Introduction to Beauty Business Management) |
| Level 5 | Supervision and Trainer Level: Possess solid teaching, assessment, and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) capabilities. Master business operation management knowledge, can assist in developing training plans and quality standards. (LBEDU is authorized by the UK Qualifications Framework Authority to offer and assess international qualification certification courses at this level.) |
RQF Level 5 (e.g., Education and Training Diploma) | Senior Training Tutor, Internal Quality Assessor, Manager (e.g., Education and Training Tutor (E&T), Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)) |
| Level 6 | Professional Management/Course Development Level: Possess strategic-level business management, course design and development, External Quality Assurance (EQA) capabilities. Able to lead teams, manage complex projects, equivalent to bachelor's degree level professional application ability. | RQF Level 6 / EQF Level 6 | Center Manager, Course Director, Education Consultant |
| Level 7 | Strategic Expert Level: Possess profound strategic planning, academic research, and high-level consultancy capabilities in beauty education or specific technical fields. Able to lead institutional development, equivalent to master's degree level professional leadership. | RQF Level 7 / EQF Level 7 | Academic Director, Senior Consultant, Corporate Strategy Officer |
| Level 8 | Industry Authority and Innovation Leader Level: Represent the highest level of original contribution, academic authority, and industry leadership in the field. Able to conduct breakthrough research and have a profound impact on the development direction of the entire industry. | RQF Level 8 / EQF Level 8 | Industry Expert, Chief Academic Officer, Entrepreneur |
Why Choose LBEDU's Clear Level Certification?
LBEDU's 1-8 level certification system is your career development roadmap and international passport. It not only helps you clearly position and plan your advancement but also significantly enhances your competitiveness for further education and employment in the local and global beauty industry by aligning with the three major international standards: RQF, EQF, and HKQF.
Certification Labels and Value
Courses that pass the assessment will be awarded one of the following two quality labels based on the final determination of the EQA team:
"LBEDU Assured" Confirmed Certification
Awarded to courses that fully comply with international standards and whose course design, implementation, assessment, and faculty are highly aligned with the declared qualification level. This is LBEDU's highest level of quality certification, representing the course's excellent international comparability and reliability.
"LBEDU Endorsed" Endorsement Certification
Awarded to courses that demonstrate outstanding performance in specific technical modules, teaching methods, or tutor teams, meeting the core requirements of the international framework. This is a professional endorsement of the course's specific areas of strength, signifying its exceptional quality in those aspects.
Comprehensive Beauty Education Course System
As a higher education beauty institution providing International Qualifications Framework QF International Qualifications Framework certification, we specialize in the medical aesthetics field, offering comprehensive courses covering VTCT iTEC Level 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. We are proud that the academy holds up to five government-recognized "Continuing Education Fund (CEF)" Qualifications Framework QF courses, providing tuition subsidies for eligible students.
Core Course Areas
- Medical Aesthetics and High-Energy Devices: Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), HIFU High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound, Radiofrequency Devices, Microneedling Therapy
- Professional Makeup and Art: Bridal and Banquet Makeup, Fashion Stage Advertising Special Effects Makeup, Semi-Permanent Makeup and Eyebrow Embroidery, Body Painting
- Holistic Health and Care: Aromatherapy, Holistic Massage, Spa Care, Foot Reflexology Care
- Professional Skill Certification: Eyelash Extension Techniques, LED Eyelash, Nail Technology, Intimate Care, Waxing Hair Removal
- Business Management and Training: Beauty Salon Management, Education and Training Tutor Courses, Course Assessment, Quality Assurance Systems
International Certification Centers - Available for Enrollment and Examination at LBEDU
LUSTER BEAUTY serves as the official examination center for multiple internationally renowned certification bodies, providing students with one-stop international certification services.
UK VTCT iTEC
International Therapy Examination Council Recognized Examination Center (No.: X500683)
Hong Kong City & Guilds
City & Guilds of London Institute Recognized Examination Center (No.: 970822)
Hong Kong IQA
International Qualifications Alliance Hong Kong Examination Center
Korea IFBC
International Federation of Beauty and Cosmetology Certification Center
Korea BHL
Korea Beauty Health Federation Hong Kong Examination Center
Service Commitment and Social Responsibility
LBEDU commits that, leveraging our experience of issuing over 3000 international certificates, deep understanding of 12 major course categories, and our professional EQA team composed of beauty industry and education tutor experts, we will provide our partners with the most authoritative and rigorous qualification assessment services.
We actively fulfill our social responsibility, specifically establishing the "Ethnic Minority Learning Program," and building "win-win and inclusive" cooperative relationships with major social welfare organizations, applying professional skills to serve the community, and jointly enhancing the overall standards and international competitiveness of the beauty and training education industry.