Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Norwich. Classes run at City College Norwich, part-time during the day over one year. You'll cover a mix of practical treatments and theory, starting by practising on each other before moving to client-facing assessments. Units include client consultation, facial treatments, health and safety, reception, and retailing products and services. Entry is based on your interest and commitment, so you'll be assessed at the start to make sure the course is the right fit.
Who this course is for
Your timetable includes a mixture of both practical and theory lessons. Initially you practice the treatments on each other; this is important as a beauty therapist needs to know what the treatments feel like in order to have empathy with their clients. You will then go through pre-observations and final assessments. In this course you will study units which cover Client care and communication Retailing products and services Client consultation Health and safety Reception Facial treatments Waxing Manicure and pedicure Lash and brow treatments Make-up You will learn through a mixture of theory classes, including time allocated to individual tutorial to support you, as well as practical sessions in one of our well-equipped salons. The course is delivered over two evenings per week from 6pm to 9pm, as well as Saturdays from 9am to 1pm.
Entry requirements
Applicants will be assessed on their interest and commitment.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to carry out facial treatments safely and professionally.
You'll develop client consultation skills, including how to assess skin and recommend treatments.
You'll practise client care and communication throughout the course.
You'll understand health and safety requirements in a salon environment.
You'll learn how to retail beauty products and services to clients.
You'll handle reception duties, including booking and managing client appointments.
You'll build knowledge of waxing and other core beauty treatments.
How you will learn
Classes combine practical sessions and theory lessons in a salon-style environment. You'll begin by practising treatments on each other, then move through pre-observation stages before final assessments. Assessment is practical and ongoing, with observations used to confirm your competence in each treatment area.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Norwich will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: provide facial, waxing, and skin treatments in a salon
Salon receptionist: manage bookings and client care at the front desk
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in a hotel or wellness spa setting
Retail beauty advisor: advise customers on skincare and beauty products
Mobile beauty therapist: offer treatments independently at clients' homes
Beauty counter assistant: represent a brand in a department store or pharmacy
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (City and Guilds) - deepens your skills in advanced treatments and prepares you for senior therapist roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy - if you want to specialise in body massage and holistic treatments.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training - if you're interested in teaching beauty therapy in the future.
