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Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Solihull

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

Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Solihull. Classes run at Solihull College and University Centre, full-time during the day. Over one year, you'll cover makeup, facial and waxing treatments, manicure and pedicure techniques, eyebrow and eyelash services, and salon reception and health and safety. This level 2 beauty therapy qualification gives you the practical foundation to work in a salon or spa. You'll need at least a grade D in English, a satisfactory reference, and a school report to apply.

Who this course is for

Our Beauty Therapy Level 2 Diploma is for those who wish to enter the beauty industry at the base level and work on fundamental skills, progressing to a higher level and more specialised area upon completion.

On this course you will study:

  • Make-up
  • Eye lash and eyebrow tinting; eyebrow shaping; individual eye lash application; stripe lash application
  • Facial treatments
  • Waxing treatments
  • Manicure treatments
  • Pedicure treatments
  • Reception
  • Health and safety in the salon environment
  • How to promote services and products to the client
  • How to work effectively as a Beauty therapist.

Entry requirements

You will need at least a D grade English language- a satisfactory reference- and a satisfactory school report- coming from school.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply makeup techniques to a professional standard.
  • You'll carry out facial treatments using correct products and methods.
  • You'll perform waxing treatments safely and effectively.
  • You'll deliver manicure and pedicure treatments.
  • You'll apply individual and strip eyelashes and tint eyebrows and eyelashes.
  • You'll shape eyebrows accurately.
  • You'll manage reception duties in a salon environment.
  • You'll follow health and safety procedures in a salon setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment, alongside theory work in the classroom. Assessment is through practical observations, written assignments, and portfolio evidence. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out treatments to industry standards. Full-time daytime attendance is required throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Solihull College and University Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: provide treatments in a salon or spa.
  • Nail technician: specialise in manicure and pedicure services.
  • Waxing therapist: focus on hair removal treatments.
  • Salon receptionist: front-of-house role using your salon knowledge.
  • Makeup artist: entry-level work in retail or events.
  • Spa therapist: deliver treatments in a hotel or wellness setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: deepens your skills and opens senior therapist roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical and Media Make Up: moves into fashion, film, and media makeup work.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Massage: adds specialist body therapy treatments to your offer.

A Level 2 beauty therapy qualification is the standard starting point. Most learners move on to a Level 3 to specialise or take on more senior salon roles.

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