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Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 2 16-19 Adult
Location and start date
Cornwall College St Austell - 9 September 2025Duration
1 YearAttendance
Full-timeCourse information
This course is an ideal start if you are thinking about pursuing a career in the beauty therapy industry.
You'll develop a foundation of Beauty Therapy skills in areas such as face and skin analysis, hair removal treatments, manicure, pedicure and make-up.
You will also gain the basic knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology for beauty therapists.
You will need to complete external work experience for one day a week.
You will be learning in our purpose-built salons, training in a commercial environment and learning beauty therapy techniques from industry professionals. They will demonstrate everything that you need to know and you will then practice the skills that you have been shown on fellow colleagues.
Eventually, you will be providing treatments to paying clients. From facials, pedicure, manicure, waxing, make up, eye lash and brow treatments, you will be trained to industry standards.
You will also have the opportunity to develop your work-based skills, working on the salon reception, promoting products and practicing retail services.
Regular tutorials and demonstrations from teaching staff will embed your knowledge, giving you the confidence to practice beauty therapy in paid employment.
Eventually, you will be providing treatments to paying clients. From facials, pedicure, manicure, waxing, make up, eye lash and brow treatments, you will be trained to industry standards.
You will also have the opportunity to develop your work-based skills, working on the salon reception, promoting products and practicing retail services.
Regular tutorials and demonstrations from teaching staff will embed your knowledge, giving you the confidence to practice beauty therapy in paid employment.
Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers
• Three or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification.
Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group
• Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, progress in maths and/or English.
Please note: Some of our courses may have extra entry requirements or need a bit more information, like evidence or experience. Don't worry—we’ll guide you through everything when you apply!
• Three or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification.
Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group
• Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, progress in maths and/or English.
Please note: Some of our courses may have extra entry requirements or need a bit more information, like evidence or experience. Don't worry—we’ll guide you through everything when you apply!
You will be assessed through either written assignments or online multiple choice questions, as well as practical assessment on customers in our commercial salons that are open to the public.
Pass practicals with Pass, Merit or Distinctions.
Pass practicals with Pass, Merit or Distinctions.
Once you have completed the Beauty Therapy Level 2 course, you will have an essential understanding of the beauty industry and be ready to move on to the more advanced Level 3 courses.
It is always an advantage to offer as many different treatments as possible to your clients, so once you have achieved Beauty Therapy Level 2, we would recommend that you enhance your knowledge base and develop your skills by progressing on a Beauty Diploma Level 3 course at Cornwall College.
It is always an advantage to offer as many different treatments as possible to your clients, so once you have achieved Beauty Therapy Level 2, we would recommend that you enhance your knowledge base and develop your skills by progressing on a Beauty Diploma Level 3 course at Cornwall College.
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| 16-18 Tuition fees: £0
If you’re aged 16-18 when you begin your course, you will usually be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support section. Financial support for School Leavers Tuition Fees: £1673.00
If you are aged 19 or over, financial support may be available depending on your circumstances and the specific course. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support Section. Financial support for ages 19+ |
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Course Code 10425-STA-25
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Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 2
Level 2
Cornwall College St Austell
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