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Beauty Therapy Intermediate (Level 2)

Tresham Beauty Therapy

Overview

Beauty Therapy Intermediate (Level 2)

This professional study programme will equip you with the skills you need to carry out a range of beauty therapy treatments to a nationally recognised standard.

This Level 2 study programme will focus on the development of the underlying principles and practical skills required in the beauty therapy industry, and will prepare you for progression into industry. You will learn how to consult with clients, promote products and services, along with developing a variety of skills and techniques.

Gaining this qualification will provide better employment opportunities to work in the industry. We offer a high street salon experience with external clients for assessments building skills and confidence.

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Course information

Need to know

Entry requirements

  • 3 GCSEs grades 9–3, ideally including English & maths

OR

  • Beauty Therapy and/or Hairdressing at Level 1

What qualification will I gain?

City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy.

Plus English and maths skills if required.

Course content

What will I study?

You will study:

  • Working in beauty related industries
  • Follow health and safety practice in the salon
  • Client care and communication in beauty related industries
  • Promote products and services to clients in a salon
  • Salon reception duties
  • Provide facial skincare
  • Remove hair using waxing techniques
  • Provide manicure treatments
  • Provide pedicure treatments
  • Provide eyelash and brow treatments
  • Apply make-up
  • Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector

What skills will I gain?

  • Communication with others
  • Practical skills in beauty therapy
  • Ability to promote products and services
  • Confidence working with people

Work experience

A minimum of 30 hours of industry placement is required over the duration of the course.

How will I be assessed?

  • On-going practical assessments throughout the duration of the course for the practical element of the programme.
  • On-line end of unit exams and assignments.

Course content

What will I study?

Subject units:

  • Health and safety
  • Client care and communication
  • Promoting products and services to clients
  • Reception duties
  • Facial skin care
  • Waxing
  • Manicure
  • Pedicure
  • Eyelash and eyebrow treatments
  • Make-up

English and maths:

If you don’t already have GCSE English and maths grade 9-4 (A*-C), we will work with you to help you develop your maths and English skills.

Work experience

Personal development skills, study skills and employability skills.

Additional vocational learning and qualifications:
Trips and work placements include Professional Beauty Exhibition: London, Skin Care product training and enrichment workshops. You will also create an image based on a theme in conjunction with your entry in our annual Hair & Beauty Show.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed by your tutors as you carry out treatments on clients on a continual basis in the College’s salons.

It must be stressed that full commitment will be essential for your success, and you will be required to pass online end of unit assessment tests set by the awarding, as well as participate in group presentations.

Next steps

Course progression

You can progress on to our Beauty Therapy Level 3 course.

Career progression

Successful completion of this study programme will enable you to seek employment as a junior therapist in a range of professional establishments.

Once fully qualified up to Level 3, career paths include working in salons, in spas, on cruise liners or being self -employed and running their own business.

Average salary is £24,000.

Your course tutors will give you advice and guidance on your progression during your study programme.

Additional information

Course costs etc.

  • You will need to purchase a kit and uniform to complete the course – kit and uniform costs TBC
  • You will have the opportunity for visits and trips
  • You will participate in the annual hair and beauty shows

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.

Available Courses
Tresham College Kettering Campus
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Tresham College Corby campus
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Fees:
Brooks Hair & Beauty Bedford
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s):
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Fees:
Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Funding Information

All full-time Level 1 and Level 2 courses are now FREE for everyone, whatever their age. If you are looking to study a Level 3 qualification, courses might still be free if you’re under 19 or 19-23 and studying your first full Level 3 qualification. Whether you need to pay a fee and how much will be dependent on the programme you choose to study. For more information call 0345 658 8990.

If you’re over 23 or studying a second Level 3 qualification, you will need to pay a fee. Find out more on our financial support page at: www.bedfordcollegegroup.co.uk/finance or view the Full-time Fee Flow Chart below.

If you are unsure whether you need to pay or not then please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990.

Full-time Fee Flow Chart

If you are aged 19 or over you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay the tuition fees for this course. You can also pay by instalments to help make the cost of this course more affordable.

Find out more

If you live in any of the following areas and wish to apply for or enrol onto one of our courses, please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990 to check if your course is funded or not (Please note that if your course is not funded then you will pay a higher fee than what is listed, please contact our Customer Contact team for more information):

  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
  • Greater Manchester
  • Greater London
  • Liverpool City Region
  • Tees Valley
  • West of England
  • West Midlands
  • Sheffield
  • Newcastle Upon Tyne
  • Barnsley and Doncaster
  • West Yorkshire
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Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

 

Additional formats

Course information sheets are also available in large print and audio formats. Call us on 01234 291000 to order your copy.