Level 2 Beauty Therapy VRQ

The course for salon skills from warm waxing to Dermalogica facials and manicure to eye treatments

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What will the course involve?

You will cover the range of essential practical skills and knowledge which will help you get a job in the beauty industry or go onto further training:

  • Anatomy and physiology – the skin, structure of the skin and nails, bones of face
  • Hair removal – warm and hot wax
  • Facials including male skincare cleansing, facial massage, mask application etc.
  • Manicure and pedicure cuticle work, masks, massage, varnishing including French
  • Nail enhancements – extensions and maintenance
  • Lash and brows – Brow shape, brow and lash tint, lash perm and flare lashes
  • Health and safety and communication with clients
  • Promote products and services to clients

Entry requirements

  • A keen interest in hairdressing and want to work with people.
  • You must meet deadlines and be committed to your course.
  • GCSE maths and English grade 4+/C grade is preferred. If you do not hold a grade 4 or C in English and/or maths you will be required to study Functional Skills as part of the course.
  • You will attend a work experience placement; you will take part in enrichment activities including competitions and additional courses.

Equipment

You will need a kit and uniform which we will explain at interview.

Assessment

  • Practical assessment on clients and online tests.
  • You will complete some assignments and may need to sit online exams for Functional Skills.

General comments

You must have professional values and behaviours and have excellent attendance.

What will the course lead to?

You may develop your skills more with a Level 3 qualification or an Apprenticeship or you could study barbering or hairdressing. Another option is to work on cruise liners or further qualifications could lead to teaching/assessing and onto a degree or self employment.

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Beauty Therapy Case Study

Maxine Smart

Studied Level 2 Beauty Therapy including nails at The Academy. She studied a range of courses and now has her own business in Scarborough. Nails is her specialism, she does amazing personal designs and detailed nail art. Maxine enjoyed her time at The Academy, she feels the courses gave her the skills to be successful. It takes time and practice but she absolutely loves her job and taking care of all her clients.

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