Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Berwick-upon-Tweed – Northumberland College Berwick Campus

CostFREE
Duration340 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Berwick-upon-Tweed. Classes run at Northumberland College Berwick Campus. This full-time, daytime beauty therapy course covers facials, makeup application, eye treatments, waxing, and client care. You'll also build retail knowledge alongside hands-on practical training. The course runs for 340 hours over one year. Entry requires three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths, English Language, and Science, or a relevant Level 1 qualification.

Who this course is for

Discover the exciting journey to becoming a beauty professional with our Level 2 course, designed to equip you with the essential skills needed for a thriving career in beauty therapy. This intensive one-year program offers hands-on experience in facials, makeup application, eye treatments, waxing, and more. You'll learn from industry experts, gain valuable retail insights, and enhance your client care skills in a dynamic educational environment. With opportunities for real-world placements and comprehensive support in key subjects like Maths and English, this pathway not only prepares you for immediate entry into beauty salons but also lays the groundwork for advanced studies in beauty and spa therapy. Embrace your passion for beauty, refine your skills, and build a foundation for a successful career in this vibrant industry.

Entry requirements

You will need 3 GCSE's at grade 4-9 includings Maths, English Language and Science. Or a relevant Level 1 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise facial treatments, including skin analysis and cleansing techniques.
  • You'll apply makeup for a range of looks and occasions.
  • You'll carry out eye treatments, including eyebrow shaping and tinting.
  • You'll perform waxing treatments on different areas of the body.
  • You'll develop client care and consultation skills.
  • You'll gain retail knowledge relevant to beauty therapy settings.
  • You'll build awareness of health, safety, and hygiene in a salon environment.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based and practical, with hands-on sessions in a salon-style environment. You'll be assessed through practical demonstrations, observations, and written assignments. Industry experts guide your training, and there are opportunities for real-world placements to develop your skills with clients.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland College Berwick Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty Therapist: provide facials, waxing, and body treatments in a salon.
  • Makeup Artist: work in salons, studios, or on location for events.
  • Salon Assistant: support senior therapists and manage client bookings.
  • Nail Technician: specialise in nail treatments alongside beauty services.
  • Spa Therapist: deliver treatments in hotel spas and wellness centres.
  • Retail Beauty Advisor: advise customers on skincare and beauty products.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: deepens your skills and opens senior therapist roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Massage: adds specialist massage treatments to your offer.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach beauty therapy in the future.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Beauty Therapy: a work-based route that builds on your Level 2 Diploma.

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