Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course at Cheshire College Ellesmere Port Campus
Cost£1,377 with co-funding
Duration408 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start31 Aug 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. £1,377 if you're eligible for co-funding. Contact Cheshire College South and West to check if you're eligible and for the full price.
Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Ellesmere Port. Classes run at Cheshire College Ellesmere Port Campus, full-time during the day. You'll typically need 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D or above, including a 3 or 2 in maths and English. The course runs for 408 hours and covers the core skills and treatments that beauty therapists use every day. It's a solid beauty therapy qualification that prepares you to work in salons, spas, and wellness settings. City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy with certificate.
Who this course is for
"Please enquire with the colleges Customer Services team to find out more about Beauty Therapy (General Route) VRQ Diploma - Level 2 - C&G suitability for learner types.
Entry requirements
"Typically you will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D or above, including a 3/2 (D/E) combination for maths and English."
What you will learn
You'll learn to carry out facial skincare treatments safely and professionally.
You'll develop skills in waxing, eyebrow shaping, and hair removal techniques.
You'll practise manicure and pedicure treatments to a professional standard.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and assess their skin and nail conditions.
You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene requirements in a salon environment.
You'll build knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to beauty therapy.
You'll learn how to set up, maintain, and close down a treatment area correctly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work. Assessment includes practical observations, where you demonstrate treatments to the required standard, and written or knowledge-based assessments covering the theory behind each treatment. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cheshire College Ellesmere Port Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: carry out skin, nail, and body treatments in a salon or spa.
Nail technician: specialise in manicures, pedicures, and nail extensions.
Waxing technician: focus on hair removal treatments in a salon setting.
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in hotel spas or wellness centres.
Salon assistant: support senior therapists while building your client base.
Self-employed beauty therapist: work mobile or rent a chair in a salon.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (City and Guilds): deepens your skills and covers advanced treatments such as electrical facials and body massage. Employers and salon managers often look for Level 3 for senior roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy: a specialist route if you want to focus on holistic or sports massage.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach beauty therapy in the future.
