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Level 2 Certificate Beauty Specialist Techniques

THK HAB 0326 014

Location

Thurrock college Southend city college

Applicant Type

School Leavers

Level

Level 2

Subject

Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies

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Course Overview

This diploma is the perfect introduction to a rewarding career in the beauty and personal care industry. Designed for learners at the start of their journey, it helps you develop the confidence, creativity, and practical skills needed to begin working professionally in a salon environment. 

You will gain hands on experience in a range of core beauty treatments, including facial skincare, waxing, nail art, manicure and pedicure, eyelash and eyebrow treatments, and skin tanning techniques. Alongside practical work, you will build a strong understanding of anatomy and physiology, client care and communication, and essential health and safety practices required within a salon setting. 

The course also prepares you for the realities of working in the industry, covering areas such as reception duties, creating an image, and delivering a high standard of customer service. English and maths are embedded where required, and work experience opportunities help you apply your skills in a real working environment. 

This qualification provides a strong foundation for progression to Level 3 beauty therapy courses or entry level employment within beauty salons, giving you the skills and confidence to take your first steps into this exciting and creative industry.

To study this course, you will need a Level 1 qualification or GCSEs x 2 at grade 3/D in MATHS or ENGLISH, attend and be successful at our interview event. Please be aware that you will be required to purchase salon wear, equipment kit, textbooks and consumables at the time of enrolment.
You will be assessed through a range of methods, including written assignments, external multiple choice examinations, oral questioning, the completion of a portfolio of evidence, and practical observation.

This course is free to UK learners under 19 who are not in employment.

You may progress to on one of the Level 3 Beauty Therapy programmes which will qualify you to be a beauty therapist.

1 Year

Full Time
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Overall achievement rates (All learners)

90.2%

High achievement rates 3x 1

Ofstead good rating

Ofsted 3x 1

A safe environment to learn

Safe environment to learn 3x 1

Qualifications earned per year

18232

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Award-winning careers programe

Award winning careers programme 3x 1

State-of-the-art facilities

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