VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies

The course covers a variety of treatments carried out by a Beauty Therapist, including: support the health, safety and security of the salon environment, enhance the appearance of the eyebrows and lashes, provide make up services, provide facial skin care treatments and manicure and pedicure services, plus other beauty maintenance treatments.

As part of your study programme alongside your chosen course you will complete a maths and/or English GCSE if you have not already achieved a grade 4 or above.

The study programme will also incorporate industry placement to ensure that you have the breadth of skills required to progress to further/higher education, employment or an apprenticeship.

You will need 3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English and maths. However, if you have a keen interest in the subject and commitment to succeed, your entry requirements will be discussed at interview. The course is open to men and women from the age of 16 upwards. You need to possess a high level of interest in beauty, and the ability to work with other people.

You are continually assessed throughout the course by building a portfolio of work. Practical assessments will be observed by your assessor on a selection of clients in our commercial salon. External exams are online tests.

If you wish to find out more you can contact Mel by emailing: mel.tench@nscg.ac.uk.

You can progress onto a Level 3 course in Beauty Therapy, an Advanced Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy or into paid employment.

This course is free for anyone aged 16 – 18.

College Maintenance Allowance (CMA): Anyone with a gross household income under £30,000 can receive financial support to cover college related costs such as transport, meals, course equipment and uniform. Bursary support is based on individual circumstances and will be allocated to best suit your individual needs. A range of other financial support is available depending on your personal circumstances. For more details visit nscg.ac.uk/finance