Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Services Course in Basildon. Classes run at TCHC Basildon GAPS Centre. This full-time daytime course covers a broad range of practical beauty skills, from skincare and make-up to nail services. It runs at 326 hours in total. The course is open to young people aged 16 to 18, and to those aged 16 to 24 who hold a current Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You'll also work on English and maths alongside your beauty therapy services classes.
Who this course is for
Young people aged 16-18 (and 16-24 with an EHCP) who have an interest in the beauty sector.
What you will learn
You'll apply make-up techniques, including a full face of make-up.
You'll carry out facial skin care treatments.
You'll provide nail services, including nail art.
You'll prepare and maintain salon treatment work areas.
You'll assist with salon reception duties.
You'll develop health and safety practices relevant to a salon environment.
You'll build employability skills and personal development alongside your beauty therapy training.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom-based setting. Assessment is through observed practical work and skills demonstrations. You'll also complete Functional Skills in English and maths as part of the course. There may be opportunity for work experience to apply your skills in a real salon environment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. TCHC Basildon GAPS Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: carry out skin, nail, and make-up treatments in a salon.
Nail technician: specialise in nail services and nail art.
Make-up artist: work in salons, events, or media.
Salon receptionist: front-of-house role in a beauty or hair salon.
Beauty counter assistant: advise and demonstrate products in retail.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (City and Guilds or equivalent): the next step if you want to work independently as a qualified beauty therapist and take on a wider range of treatments.
Beauty Therapy Apprenticeship: combine on-the-job training with a recognised qualification while earning a wage.
Level 3 Diploma in Nail Technology: specialise further in nail services at a higher level.
