Beauty Therapy (NVQ Level 2)
Length | Entry requirements | Fees
What does this course offer me?
- You'll develop your basic beauty therapy skills.
- You'll learn practical skills and theory that will really help you when you begin working.
- You'll gain valuable experience working in our on site commercial salons and spa.
- You'll be taught by helpful and enthusiastic staff,who have a wide range of experience in this industry.
Tell me about the course in general
This course will encourage you to develop basic beauty therapy skills.
It is made up of three salon operational units, as well as these seven technical units:
- Provide Facial Skin Care Treatments
- Enhance the Appearance of Eyebrows and Eyelashes
- Carry out Waxing Services
- Provide Manicure Services
- Provide Pedicure Services
- Provide Make-up Services
- Assist with Spa Operations.
You may need to pay for specialist materials associated with this course.
What qualifications will I get?
NVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy, plus Functional Skills qaulifications in Maths and English.
What can I go on to next?
You will be interviewed about moving on to the level 3 course, which you can either take as a full time NVQ or an advanced apprenticeship.
What our students say
"Studying at the College and then university, definitely gave me the confidence and the skills to be able to open my own salon."
Sophie Hollinshead, now successfully building a career in beauty therapy, having opened her own beauty salon in Uttoxeter.
How will I be assessed?
You'll be continually assessed using a variety of methods, including practical observations, oral questions, written assessments and assignments.
Length
One year of full time study, with a combination of theory and practical classes in our commercial salonsFees
Find out what the fees are for this courseWhat do I need to join the course?
GCSE grade C in English and two grade Cs in other subjects, or Pathway 2 Progression: Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies (see page 36)
