Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Studies Course in Leigh. Classes run at Wigan and Leigh College Leigh Campus. You'll need a minimum of 5 GCSEs graded 9 - 3, including English or maths, to enrol. Over 35 weeks of full-time daytime study, you'll build practical salon skills alongside knowledge of health and safety, anatomy, and physiology. The course covers core beauty treatments to a high level of occupational ability, preparing you to carry out salon services to a professional standard.
Who this course is for
Underpinning this qualification you will develop a sound knowledge of Health and Safety practice, Anatomy and Physiology.
You will also develop knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this qualification.
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 basic salon services.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-3 including English or maths.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in core beauty therapy treatments to salon standard.
You'll build knowledge of anatomy and physiology as it applies to beauty therapy.
You'll apply health and safety practices across all treatments.
You'll understand the science underpinning the practical skills you learn.
You'll develop the ability to perform basic salon services independently.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, with full-time daytime attendance at Wigan and Leigh College Leigh Campus. You'll develop skills through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment, supported by theory covering anatomy, physiology, and health and safety. Assessment is through a combination of practical observation and knowledge-based tasks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wigan and Leigh College Leigh Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: carry out treatments in a salon or spa setting.
Nail technician: specialise in nail care and nail art services.
Waxing technician: focus on hair removal treatments.
Skincare therapist: work with clients on facial and skin treatments.
Mobile beauty therapist: offer treatments on a self-employed, mobile basis.
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 Spa Therapy: broadens your skills into spa and holistic treatments.
Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy: combine work and study to build experience in a paid role.
