Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Hull. Classes run at Wilberforce College, full-time during the day. You'll need a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English, maths, and preferably science. Over one year, you'll build practical skills in facial skincare, waxing, manicures, pedicures, artificial nails, and eye treatments, alongside client care and health and safety. This level 2 beauty therapy qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.
Who this course is for
Over the year, we will train you to the highest standards so you are able to work with people to make them feel good, pampered and relaxed. You will be trained both in the classroom and the College’s training salon, where you will develop your understanding of the wide range of practices and procedures needed to work in the exciting beauty therapy industry such as providing facial skincare, waxing, manicure, pedicure, artificial nails, eye treatments, client care and health and safety. You will be working with others and giving and receiving treatments. This course is for you if you have an interest in beauty therapy and want to start your journey in the exciting beauty industry. You should be positive and motivated, and able to provide models for your beauty therapy treatments and services.
Entry requirements
You must have at least four 9-4 grades or equivalent, including English, Maths and preferably a Science.
What you will learn
You'll perform facial skincare treatments, including skin analysis and product application.
You'll carry out waxing treatments safely and professionally.
You'll complete manicures and pedicures to a salon standard.
You'll apply artificial nails using industry techniques.
You'll deliver eye treatments, including tinting and shaping.
You'll manage client consultations and care throughout each treatment.
You'll apply health and safety procedures in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a combination of hands-on salon training and classroom sessions at Wilberforce College. Practical assessments take place in a salon setting, where you'll demonstrate treatments on clients. Written assessments cover underpinning knowledge, including anatomy, skin science, and health and safety. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wilberforce College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: provide a full range of salon treatments to clients.
Nail technician: specialise in manicures, pedicures, and nail extensions.
Waxing specialist: focus on hair removal treatments in a salon or clinic.
Salon assistant: support senior therapists and build experience in a professional setting.
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in a hotel, spa, or wellness centre.
Self-employed beauty therapist: run your own 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 such as electrical facials and body massage. Many employers and spas look for Level 3 for senior roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage (VTCT): specialises in massage therapy, opening doors to sports, holistic, and clinical settings.
Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: broadens your offer if you want to work across both hair and beauty.
