Course Overview
Do you dream of owning your own beauty salon one day? If you’re at the start of your journey in beauty therapy, this course will help you build the key skills you’ll need in further studies and your career. You’ll learn and work in the Aspire Academy of Hair and Beauty, the College’s own salon located at our Trowbridge, Chippenham and Salisbury campuses. The salons feature professional products and industry-standard equipment; you’ll experience a realistic and immersive working environment while being fully supported by our experienced lecturers. In our salons you will work with members of the general public who are paying clients, giving you an incredible insight into the real world of work – both on reception and in the salon itself.
What will I learn?
You’ll learn a range of core skills needed for further training or to enter the world of work in the beauty therapy industries.
The following units are compulsory:
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Principles of practice for Beauty Therapists
• Hair removal treatments
• Facial and skin analysis
• Manicure treatments
• Pedicure treatments
• Light cured gel polish
• Lash and brow Treatments
• Apply make-up services
Additional units also include:
• Spray tanning treatments
Study, Assessment and Qualifications
To achieve this qualification, you must successfully complete the following assessments:
• One externally set, externally moderated practical assignment
• One externally set, externally marked theory exam
A minimum of three hours per week of home study is required and 30 hours of work experience.
You will be assessed while working on clients in the Aspire salons throughout the duration of the course.
The final qualification is a Level 2 Technical Certificate in Beauty Therapy.
Entry Requirements
• 4 GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above, including English and maths, or Beauty Therapy Level 1.
• A good reference.
• A good record of attendance.
• An interview.
Additional Costs and Information
You will need a uniform and kit for this course – this will be discussed at your interview. In cases of financial hardship, funds may be available to help with the cost of this.
We also arrange educational activities and competitions as part of the course, which may incur an additional cost.
What Could I Do Next?
This qualification will allow you to progress into junior roles in the beauty industry. Alternatively, you could progress onto the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Beauty and Spa Therapy, where you can enhance the skills and knowledge that you have gained at Level 2 to progress into senior job roles and wider career choices.
