Beauty Therapy Level 2

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Days of week:

Monday to Friday

Course date:

8th Sept 2025 - 3rd Jul 2026

Course location:

Witney Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01993 703 464

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This qualification in Beauty Therapy will enable you to build up the practical and theoretical skills required for the world of work.

You will cover all basic aspects of Beauty Therapy including; facial massage, skin care, cosmetic make-up, lash and brow treatments, manicure, pedicure and wax depilation. In addition you will study the associated anatomy and physiology and business practices required to develop and maintain effectiveness at work. You are also required to attend a one day a week industry placement which will further reinforce reception and retail skills.

Course units

- Health safety and hygiene

- Consultation techniques and client care

- Manicure treatments

- Pedicure treatments

- Waxing services

- Facial treatments

- Skin type analysis

- Eyebrow shaping services

- Eyelash and eyebrow tinting services

- Make-up applications

- Anatomy and physiology for beauty therapists

What next?

VTCT Level 3 Beauty Therapy, VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Fashion, Theatre and Media Hair and Make-Up Studies

Entry criteria

4 GCSES at grade 3 including English or Maths OR a Level 1 pass in a related subject plus English or Maths, and both English and Maths must be at least grade 2 / Level 1 Functional Skills.

Fee information

In addition to the main course fees given below there is an additional cost for uniform and kits.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Course fees

16-18 Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £0.00

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £3,297.60

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £3,297.60

19+ Reduced Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £0.00

Qualifications received

On completion of this course you will receive a VTCT NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Learning & method assessment

The majority of the theory work will all be based on an online portfolio whilst most units have an exam and course work related to them. Most units have 3-7 assessments which are practically based and completed on paying clients at our commercial salon. All practical and theory units are externally examined and assessed. You may also study GSCE English and maths to support your entry to employment or further studies.

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