Level 2 Extended Diploma in Beauty Therapy

When studying on the level 2 Beauty Therapy Technical Diploma you will learn how to perform the following treatments to industry standard and commercial timings. Facials and skincare, manicure/pedicure (including gel polish), waxing, eye treatments, make-up, ear piercing and spray tanning. These are the basic skills required to become a professional beauty therapist, you will also learn supporting anatomy and physiology, health and safety and perform reception duties on our working reception.

Site

Hastings (Station Plaza)

Level

Level 2

Course Type

16 +

Courses

Options Course Code Starts Ends
apply 60164 08/09/25 03/07/26

What will I study?

When studying on the level 2 Beauty Therapy Technical Diploma you will learn how to perform the following treatments to industry standard and commercial timings. Facials and skincare, manicure/pedicure (including gel polish), waxing, eye treatments, make-up, ear piercing and spray tanning. These are the basic skills required to become a professional beauty therapist, you will also learn supporting anatomy and physiology, health and safety and perform recpetion duties on our working reception.

What previous qualifications or experience do I need?

Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3.

How will I be assessed?

On the technical diploma you will be assesed as you go on the course, you will be given verbal and written feedback on the treatments you perform and will work towards a final practical exam in the final term. You will also sit a theory exam in the spring. The course is graded as pass, merit, distiction or distinction*

What qualification will I achieve?

City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Diploma in Beauty Therapy.

What can I do after completing this course?

After successful completion of this course you can go on to complete your beauty therapy qualifications and study the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Beauty and Spa Therapy or you can study media make-up or hairdressing to add to your skills.

Are there any extra costs?

You will need a beauty therapy uniform and a kit, the cost for both of these is around £400.