Beauty Therapy Level 2
Start Date: 2nd September 2026
- Length 1 Year
- Study Full Time
- Location West Lancashire College
More about the course
The Level 2 diploma in Beauty Therapy is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills by covering mandatory units, such as facial skincare, make up, waxing, eyelash and eyebrow treatments, manicure, pedicure, customer care as well as health and safety.
The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills in Beauty Therapy to a high level of occupational ability, to enable you to perform your own salon services.
Entry requirements
- 4 GCSEs at Grade 3-9, including English and/or Maths
What will I achieve?
If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a Level 2 Beauty Therapy VTCT qualification.
What will I learn?
- Facial skincare
- Waxing
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Eye treatments
- Make up
- Tanning
Theory Units
- Health and safety
- Customer care
- Working in beauty related industries
What experience will I have?
- Work experience in our purpose-built Hair and Beauty Lounge
- Develop your skills in a realistic working environment with real clients
- Latest industry updates and trends with a range of employer masterclasses
- Skills competitions in both regional, national and world skills competitions
- Trips to Beauty exhibitions
- Beauty Therapy uniform
How will I be assessed?
- Practical observations
- Knowledge and understanding through assignments
- Complete portfolio with photographic evidence
Where can I progress?
If you successfully complete this course, you may choose to undertake further study onto the Level 3 course in Beauty Therapy.
Our students have gone into employment with:
- Steiner Transocean (Cruise ships)
- Wrightington Country Club
- Hurlston Hall
- Formby Hall
- Cayo Coco
- Pout
- Elegance
- The Beauty Barn at Briars Hall
- Sarah Hunter Holistic Health and Wellbeing
- The Lavender Cove
Course costs
If you are 16-18 years old, you do not have to pay course tuition fees.
If you are 19 or over, please call Learner Services to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.
If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact Student Services who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.
Adult Funding Changes
Due to changes in Government funding from 1st August 2019, students who resident in some postcodes in Merseyside and Greater Manchester may be unable to access funding from training providers and colleges in Lancashire and may have to pay all associated course and support costs.
Please note, this does not include courses that are paid for by Advanced Learner Loans.
To check if your postcode is part of the new devolved funding legislation, please contact Course Enquiries on 01695 52300 for further advice.
Contact our team
Meet our Beauty students and tutors
Claire Procter
Beauty Therapy LecturerI have worked in the Spa and Beauty industry for more than 20 years. After completing my training at Skelmersdale College, I began my career as a Spa and Massage Therapist on board a cruise ship. This role gave me the opportunity to travel the world, visit many different countries, and gain valuable industry experience while doing a job I loved. Following this, I lived and worked abroad before returning to the UK to become self-employed. I have now been teaching at West Lancashire College for 19 years, delivering all Beauty Therapy qualifications. The Spa and Beauty industry is constantly evolving, with new treatments, techniques, and innovations emerging all the time. Being a teacher is incredibly rewarding, particularly when I see learners achieve their qualifications, develop their confidence and skills, and progress into successful careers within the industry.
Samantha Pillai
Beauty Therapy LecturerI have worked in the beauty industry since 2001, gaining a wealth of experience and knowledge that I am passionate about sharing with our students. Early in my career, I joined Steiner Transocean and progressed to become a Senior Spa Therapist on board its luxury cruise liners, developing both my technical expertise and customer service skills while working in a fast-paced international environment. For the past 13 years, I have dedicated my career to education, helping learners develop the skills, confidence, and professionalism needed to succeed within the beauty industry. I have a strong passion for the sector and a keen eye for detail, which I bring to every aspect of my teaching. Supporting students as they achieve their qualifications and progress towards rewarding careers is one of the most fulfilling parts of my role.
Lilly-Mae
Beauty Therapy Alumni StudentI studied Beauty Therapy at West Lancashire College and received excellent support from my tutors, Claire and Sam, throughout my time on the course. Their guidance and encouragement helped me develop the skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to progress within the industry. I am now working as a Beauty Therapist at Ragdale Hall Health Spa, fulfilling my career ambitions in a role I thoroughly enjoy.
Sophie
Beauty Therapy Alumni StudentI chose to study Beauty Therapy because I was genuinely interested in the topics covered on the course. The practical elements were my favourite part, as they gave me the opportunity to develop my skills and identify areas for improvement. The support I received from my tutors was excellent, and they encouraged me throughout my studies. In the future, I hope to pursue a career working in a salon.
What can I do with a qualification in Hair and Beauty?
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