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Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Durham – New College Durham – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Durham. Classes run at New College Durham's Framwellgate Moor Campus, full-time during the day. Over one year, you'll cover a range of popular treatments including facials, eye treatments, manicure, pedicure, waxing, and head massage. You'll practise in fully equipped salons, working with clients and developing industry-standard skills. This level 2 beauty therapy qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.

Who this course is for

Course may be subject to change.

You will get to grips with a number of popular treatments to prepare you for a career in the beauty industry, such as facials, eye treatments, manicure, pedicure, waxing and head massage.

You will benefit from opportunities to work in our fully equipped salons to build your confidence working with clients and developing industry standard skills.

Entry requirements

Please refer to College website.

What you will learn

  • You'll perform facial treatments using professional techniques.
  • You'll carry out eye treatments including tinting and shaping.
  • You'll complete manicure and pedicure services to industry standards.
  • You'll apply waxing techniques for hair removal.
  • You'll deliver head massage treatments.
  • You'll develop client consultation and communication skills.
  • You'll work to salon hygiene and safety standards.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based theory sessions and hands-on practical work in fully equipped salons on campus. Assessment includes a mix of practical observations and theory components. You'll work with real clients to develop your skills in a salon environment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New College Durham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: providing facial, body, and nail treatments in a salon
  • Nail technician: specialising in manicure, pedicure, and nail art
  • Waxing technician: focusing on hair removal treatments
  • Spa therapist: delivering treatments in a hotel or spa setting
  • Salon assistant: supporting senior therapists and building 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 in advanced treatments and prepares you for senior therapist roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy - specialises in therapeutic and sports massage.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training - if you want to teach beauty therapy in the future.
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