Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Course in Southend-on-Sea. Classes run at South Essex College Southend Campus, full-time during the day. You'll train in a professional salon environment, covering facial treatments, waxing, manicure and pedicure, nail art, eyelash and eyebrow treatments, skin tanning, and anatomy and physiology. The course also includes English and maths. Entry requirements include GCSEs at grade 3/D in maths and English, or a Level 1 Beauty Therapy Diploma with Level 1 maths and English, plus a successful interview. This level 2 beauty therapy qualification takes 12 months.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for those wishing to prepare for a career as a beauty therapist, or for further study at a higher level.
Entry requirements
GCSEs at grade three/grade D in maths and English, or * Beauty Therapy Level 1 Diploma plus maths and English at level one, or equivalent * successful attendance at interview event * you will be required to purchase salon wear, equipment kit, textbooks and consumables
What you will learn
You'll practise facial skin care techniques on clients in a salon setting.
You'll carry out waxing, manicure, pedicure, and skin tanning treatments.
You'll apply eyelash and eyebrow treatments to professional standards.
You'll create nail art designs.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to beauty therapy.
You'll handle reception duties and client care and communication.
You'll apply health and safety procedures in a salon environment.
You'll complete work experience as part of the course.
How you will learn
You'll be assessed through written assignments, external multiple-choice exams, oral questions, a portfolio of evidence, and practical observations. Classes are classroom and salon based, full-time during the day. You'll build your portfolio throughout the year, and practical skills are assessed by direct observation of your work on clients.
What you will need to bring
You will need to purchase salon wear, an equipment kit, textbooks, and consumables at enrolment. South Essex College Southend Campus will confirm the full list and costs before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty Therapist: how to become a beauty therapist after further Level 3 study.
Nail Technician: specialist nail treatments in salons or self-employed.
Waxing Technician: body and facial waxing in beauty or spa settings.
Salon Receptionist: client-facing role using communication skills from the course.
Beauty Salon Assistant: supporting therapists while building practical experience.
What you could study next
Level 3 Beauty Therapy Diploma: the qualification that takes you into work as a fully qualified beauty therapist. South Essex College offers Level 3 Beauty Therapy programmes as a direct next step.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy: for those who want to specialise in massage and holistic treatments.
Level 3 Diploma in Nail Technology: for those looking to specialise in advanced nail services.
