Free beauty therapy studies course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus, full-time during the day. You'll cover a broad range of practical techniques: facials, waxing, manicures, pedicures, eyebrow and eyelash treatments, and skin tanning services. Health and safety, customer care, and employability skills run throughout. The course takes around 36 weeks. An initial assessment and interview confirm the course is the right fit before you start.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Beauty Therapy course is the ideal starting point for those individuals who wish to pursue a career as a Beauty Therapist. Our Level 2 course is designed to provide you with the skills to gain employment as a junior therapist within the industry. You will study a range of beauty techniques, developing the skills you need to carry out facials, hair removal, manicures and pedicures, eyebrow and eyelash treatments and make-up services, as well as following health and safety, promoting products and services and reception duties.
Entry requirements
You will need:English at a good levelAn interest in working in the Hair and Beauty industryAn Academic reference with good attendanceCommitment to finding a relevant industry work placementAll applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll carry out facial treatments to improve and maintain skin condition.
You'll remove hair using wax techniques safely and effectively.
You'll provide manicure and pedicure treatments to a professional standard.
You'll apply eyebrow and eyelash treatments.
You'll deliver skin tanning services.
You'll promote additional products and services to clients.
You'll apply health and safety practices to reduce risks in a salon environment.
You'll develop customer care and communication skills used across the beauty industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a salon environment, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations, where you demonstrate treatments on clients, and knowledge-based tasks that test your understanding of techniques, health and safety, and client care. An initial assessment and interview take place before you start, so the course can be planned around your needs.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Finsbury Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: carry out a full range of salon treatments for clients.
Junior beauty therapist: entry-level role in a salon or spa setting.
Nail technician: specialise in manicure, pedicure, and nail art services.
Waxing technician: focus on hair removal treatments in a salon or clinic.
Beauty salon receptionist: client-facing role using your customer care skills.
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in a hotel or leisure spa environment.
What you could study next
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: the next step for therapists who want to offer advanced treatments such as electrolysis, massage, and specialist facials. A Level 3 qualification opens doors to senior therapist and supervisory roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy: for those who want to specialise in body massage and holistic treatments.
Level 3 Award in Laser and Light Treatments: a specialist route into aesthetic and skin clinic work.
