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Free Level 3 Beauty Therapy Studies Course in Bexhill-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Studies Course in Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run at Bexhill College, full-time during the day. You'll build practical skills in salon health and safety, client care, and a range of beauty therapy treatments, working toward a high level of occupational ability. Work experience is part of the course. Entry requires a range of GCSE grades at 3/2 and a genuine interest in the beauty industry. The course runs for one year.

Who this course is for

You will develop a sound knowledge of health and safety practices in a salon environment, how to provide client care, and how to communicate effectively with clients. The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills in beauty therapy to a high level of occupational ability, to enable you to perform your own salon services. You will be expected to participate in relevant work experience.

You will be required to have beauty-specific equipment and a uniform, which can be purchased through the College.

Entry requirements

A range of 3/2 grades at GCSE and a genuine interest in the beauty industry.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply health and safety practices in a salon environment.
  • You'll provide professional client care and consultation.
  • You'll communicate effectively with clients throughout treatments.
  • You'll carry out a range of beauty therapy treatments to a high standard.
  • You'll gain hands-on experience through relevant work placement.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical salon work at Bexhill College. Assessment includes practical observations of your treatments and written or knowledge-based tasks. You'll also complete relevant work experience as part of the course. You'll need beauty-specific equipment and a uniform, which the college can advise on before you start.

What you will need to bring

You'll need beauty-specific equipment and a uniform. Bexhill College will confirm exactly what's required and where to purchase these before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Beauty therapist: provide treatments in a salon or spa setting.
  • Nail technician: specialise in nail care and nail art services.
  • Waxing therapist: focus on hair removal treatments.
  • Spa therapist: work in hotel spas or wellness centres.
  • Salon assistant: support senior therapists while building experience.

What you could study next

  • VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: the next step for those wanting to specialise further and take on more advanced treatments.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy: for those interested in focusing on massage and holistic therapies.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach beauty therapy in the future.
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