Level 2 Beauty Professionals - Beauty Therapist Course in Scarborough. Daytime classes run at The Academy Hair and Beauty. You'll work toward the City and Guilds Level 2 beauty professionals - beauty therapist qualification, covering the core treatments and professional skills employers expect. The course takes 13 months and includes a willingness to work toward Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if you haven't already achieved them or a grade 4 GCSE in both subjects. Smart personal presentation is expected throughout.
Who this course is for
Apprentices at Level 2 working in the beauty therapy industry
Entry requirements
Willingness to work towards Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if not yet achieved or not achieved at least grade 4 at GCSE
Smart personal presentation
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in a range of beauty therapy treatments including skin care and facial techniques.
You'll learn how to carry out body treatments safely and professionally.
You'll practise nail treatments and nail care services.
You'll understand health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
You'll learn how to consult with clients and adapt treatments to their needs.
You'll develop professional presentation and communication skills for a salon setting.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at The Academy Hair and Beauty in Scarborough. You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions alongside theory work. Assessment includes practical observations of treatments, written assignments, and knowledge tests. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Academy Hair and Beauty will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Beauty therapist: carry out skin, body, and nail treatments in a salon.
Nail technician: specialise in nail services and nail art.
Salon assistant: support therapists and build client-facing experience.
Spa therapist: deliver treatments in a hotel or spa environment.
Waxing specialist: focus on hair removal services.
Mobile beauty therapist: work independently visiting clients at home.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: deepen your skills and take on more advanced treatments, which many salons expect for senior therapist roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy: specialise in massage and bodywork treatments.
Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Nail Technology: if you want to focus specifically on nail services.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach beauty therapy in the future.
