Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Loughborough. Classes run at Main Campus, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll start by practising on fellow students, then move on to working with external clients. The course covers facials, waxing, manicures and pedicures, eye treatments, lash lifting, head massage, anatomy and physiology, and client care. Optional extras such as gel nails and tanning are available throughout the year. You'll need three GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, with at least one in English or Maths, or a Level 1 Beauty Diploma.
Who this course is for
This course covers all essential beauty therapies.
You begin by practicing on one another to develop your skills. You will then
progress to external clients which further enhances your skills and prepares you
for either Level 3 or industry.
Optional additional courses are offered throughout the year for example gel
nails and tanning.
Entry requirements
Three GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, one being in English or Maths OR a
Level 1 Beauty Diploma.
What you will learn
You'll perform facials and skin treatments on real clients
You'll carry out waxing, eye treatments, and lash lifting
You'll provide manicures and pedicures to a professional standard
You'll apply head massage techniques
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to beauty therapy
You'll handle client care, communication, and reception duties
You'll learn retailing skills and health and safety in a salon setting
You'll develop practical skills in industry-standard training salons
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in training salons, working first with fellow students and then with external clients. Classroom sessions cover the theory side, including anatomy and physiology, health and safety, and client communication. Assessment is through practical observation and written or theory-based tasks. Work experience opportunities are also part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Main Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: provide treatments in salons or spas
Nail technician: specialise in manicures, pedicures, and nail art
Waxing specialist: focus on hair removal treatments
Salon receptionist: client-facing role using communication and retail skills
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in hotel or leisure spa settings
Lash and brow technician: specialise in eye and lash treatments
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: the natural next step if you want to take on more advanced treatments and work toward senior or specialist roles in the industry.
Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship: combine work and study, earning while you build experience in a salon environment.
Specialist short courses in areas such as gel nails, spray tanning, or advanced skin treatments can sit alongside or follow your Level 2 qualification.
