Level 2 Hair and Beauty Business Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, one day or one evening per week. The course covers the business side of running a salon or freelance practice, including marketing, finance, health and safety, and legal requirements. You'll also develop practical skills in treatments such as nails, brows, and facials. The course takes one year part-time, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll need a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing, or Nails to enrol.
Who this course is for
This course teaches essential skills for entrepreneurs, covering practical treatments (nails, brows, facials) alongside business fundamentals (marketing, finance, legalities, health & safety) to help you launch your own salon or freelance career, with options for in-person training at colleges or online study for flexibility, preparing you to manage operations, clients, and staff. This course is available on a part time basis. Part time is taught over one evening or one day per week. You will also be required to do a placement on a full time course.
Entry requirements
Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing or Nails. Perfect for individuals currently enrolled in a hair or beauty course.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to market a hair and beauty business to attract and retain clients.
You'll understand the financial basics of running a salon or freelance operation, including pricing and budgeting.
You'll explore the legal requirements for setting up and running a hair and beauty business.
You'll apply health and safety standards relevant to salon and freelance environments.
You'll develop skills in practical treatments including nails, brows, and facials.
You'll learn how to manage client relationships and day-to-day salon operations.
You'll understand what's involved in managing staff as your business grows.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions one day or one evening per week at Bishop Auckland College. Learning covers both practical treatment skills and business theory. Assessment is through a combination of practical work and written tasks covering the business fundamentals in the qualification. The centre will confirm the exact assessment breakdown before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Auckland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Salon owner, running your own hair or beauty business
Freelance beauty therapist, working independently with your own clients
Nail technician, offering specialist nail treatments
Brow technician, providing brow shaping and styling services
Salon manager, overseeing staff, bookings, and day-to-day operations
Mobile beauty therapist, delivering treatments at clients' homes
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (VTCT or City and Guilds) - deepens practical skills and opens more senior salon roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training - if you want to teach hair and beauty skills to others.
Level 3 Certificate in Business Administration - builds on the business knowledge in this Award and supports running a larger operation.
