Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Norwich. Classes run at City College Norwich, full-time during the day. You'll study a mix of practical and theory lessons across a full year, covering anatomy and physiology, skin analysis, waxing, manicure and pedicure services, lash and brow treatments, and manual tanning. Entry requirements are four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, maths, and preferably science. This level 2 beauty therapy qualification opens the door to salon and spa work across the industry.
Who this course is for
This course is an ideal starting point for those who would like a future career in the beauty industry. In this course you will study units which cover: * Anatomy & Physiology * Health and safety * Principles of practice for Beauty Therapists * Waxing - Hair Removal * Facial and skin analysis treatments * Manicure services * Pedicure services * Lash and brow treatments * Manual Tanning The 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.(This is a mandatory requirement.) You will then complete pre-observations and final assessments. All students will have the opportunity to work in our training Solutions salon in order to experience working on clients and to perfect their customer care skills. Solutions, is run as a fully functioning commercial salon offering a full range of professional consultations and treatments using top brands.. All of our tutors are highly qualified with excellent industry experience and all work hard to ensure our students benefit from this wealth of knowledge. Students will enjoy enrichment from potential employers such as Steiner and Bannatynes. We also offer additional enrichment on other topics that may help with potential employment. "The quality of teaching, learning and assessment in hairdressing and beauty therapy is good and reflects the good outcomes for learners. Teachers plan lessons well and have good vocational knowledge and experience. This helps learners develop their skills to appropriate commercial standards. Learners gain very good employability and commercial skills" - Ofsted 2013 Good English and Maths skills are essential for most jobs and courses you will progress on to.
Entry requirements
Achieve 4 GCSE's at grade 4 or above, including English Language, maths and preferably science.
What you will learn
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to beauty therapy treatments.
You'll apply health and safety principles in a salon environment.
You'll carry out facial and skin analysis treatments.
You'll perform waxing and hair removal services.
You'll deliver manicure and pedicure services to clients.
You'll apply lash and brow treatments.
You'll carry out manual tanning techniques.
You'll develop the professional principles and practice expected of a beauty therapist.
How you will learn
Learning combines practical hands-on sessions with theory lessons in the classroom. You'll practise treatments on fellow students before working with clients. Assessment covers both your practical skills and your understanding of the theory behind each treatment. You'll be assessed through observed practical work and written or knowledge-based tasks throughout the course.
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: providing facial, waxing, and body treatments in a salon
Nail technician: specialising in manicure and pedicure services
Lash and brow technician: focusing on eye-area treatments
Spa therapist: delivering treatments in a hotel or wellness spa
Salon assistant: supporting senior therapists and building client experience
Self-employed beauty therapist: running a mobile or home-based beauty business
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (City and Guilds) - deepens your skills and covers advanced treatments, making you more competitive for senior salon roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy - adds body massage and holistic treatments to your offer.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training - if you want to teach beauty therapy in the future.
