About Champneys college
Founded in 1976 and set within the spacious grounds of Champneys Tring in Hertfordshire, Champneys Beauty College has built a name as one of the UK's leading beauty therapy training colleges.
We offer CIDESCO and ITEC qualifications, both internationally recognised, and continuing professional development courses that ensure your career keeps progressing.
Our students are guaranteed employment within the Champneys Group.
learn, grow, succeed
From day one we want to provide you with high-quality education and to make sure that you feel at home.
By challenging and developing talent for 50 years, we innovate, promote individual participation and turn theory into practice.
And with guaranteed employment at one of our four resorts, three hotels and two city spas, you’ll not only become part of the Champneys brand but part of an exciting and growing industry. With so many fast-moving trends and developments, our therapists are always in demand.
Students are drawn to our excellent reputation, outstanding examination success rate, employment record and scope for personal development. Our focus is on making sure you graduate fully prepared and confident to begin your career in beauty therapy.
The Champneys story started in 1925; born from the ideals of the visionary naturopath Stanley Lief. We initially opened as a health farm (now Champneys Tring) and were the first of our kind in the UK.
Working with expert products from your very first day.
Our experts continue to create spa‑quality formulas inspired by our iconic retreats, with the latest Wellness Collection bringing energising citrus, calming florals, soothing lavender and mineral‑rich blends into everyday rituals.
Used across our resorts and in our training campuses, these professional‑grade products ensure you experience the true Champneys standard from day one.
Beauty therapists trained in the Champneys College gives any employer an immediate advantage – the strong link between the College and the Resorts strengthens their commercial ability from day one. They understand and will have had work experience at the highest level and know what Professionalism really means. The dedication, delivered daily by the knowledgeable teaching team inspires Students to aim high and succeed with exam results frequently hitting 100% pass rate. Champneys College gives Students a unique learning experience and ultimately delivers its promise by helping people achieve their potential and go on into the world of work confidently.
Our Spas
Offering exceptional standards in beauty, fitness, nutrition and holistic wellbeing, our resorts serve as an oasis of calm in today’s hectic world. At Champneys, we have something for everyone - from those seeking spa indulgence, a pampering treat, positive lifestyle changes or something a little more strenuous. Situated across four idyllic locations each Champneys resort is designed to invigorate the senses and nurture wellbeing. Our collection also includes three hotels with luxurious Champneys Spasand for those seeking a moment of calm in the midst of everyday life, our two city spas offer a peaceful escape from the bustle of the high street.
