Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Studies Course in Burnley. Classes run at Burnley College, full-time during the day. You'll need 3 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification to get started. Over one year, you'll cover facial skincare, waxing, eyebrow and eyelash treatments, manicures, pedicures, make-up application, and lash lifts. Your skills are assessed in a working salon environment, so you're practising the way the job actually works. This is a recognised beauty therapy studies qualification awarded by VTCT.
Who this course is for
Develop the skills and knowledge for employment as a junior Beauty Therapist, as you have your beauty skills assessed in a real working environment. You will learn all the required elements to work effectively as a Beauty Therapist, including: health & safety, facial skincare, enhancement of eyebrows and eyelashes, waxing services, manicures, pedicures, make-up and lash lift’s
Entry requirements
3 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification
What you will learn
You'll carry out facial skincare treatments safely and effectively.
You'll remove hair using waxing techniques.
You'll provide eyebrow and eyelash treatments, including lash lifting.
You'll deliver manicure and pedicure services to clients.
You'll apply make-up and instruct clients on make-up techniques.
You'll provide skin tanning treatments.
You'll communicate with clients and manage their care throughout treatments.
You'll follow health and safety practices in a salon environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical work in a salon environment. Assessment includes practical assessments, multiple-choice exams, and assignments. You'll also take part in industry visits, including sessions with Dermalogica and Nouveau, and hear from guest speakers working in the sector.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Burnley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior beauty therapist. Entry-level role in a commercial beauty salon.
Beauty therapist. Carry out a full range of treatments for clients.
Self-employed beauty therapist. Run your own home-based or mobile beauty business.
Nail technician. Specialise in manicure and nail treatments.
Waxing technician. Focus on hair removal services in a salon or clinic.
Lash and brow technician. Specialist role in eyelash and eyebrow treatments.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy. The natural next step if you want to work at a senior level or specialise further. Broadens your treatment range and opens doors to supervisory roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy. Adds a complementary skill set if you want to move into holistic or sports therapy.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. An option if you'd like to teach beauty therapy in the future.
