Beauty Therapy Level 2
- Course Code: OSC505
- Award Level 2, Similar to - GCSE (Grades A*-C)
Beauty Therapy is a huge industry and has become a popular career choice for both women and men in recent years.
Beauty Therapists offer a range of beauty treatments and products, working in salons, therapy centres or spas. They may also work independently, giving beauty treatments to clients at home.
This level 2 course covers all that you need to know to get started in Beauty Therapy.
There is no time limit for this home learning course, so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.
All course materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn't be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way.
Achieve your dream career and equip yourself with the skills you need for your long term success. Home learning is simple and stress-free, so enrol with us today!
Course Content
Unit 1: Health and Safety
- Employers and employees expected duties
- Legal responsibilities
- Health and safety at your place of work
- The law
- Risk assessment
- First aid
- Fire protection
- COSHH
- Manual handling
- Data protection
- Security procedures
Unit 2: Developing and Maintaining Effectiveness at Work
- Your job role
- Salon timings
- Working with others
- Dealing with conflict
- Continual professional development (CPD)
Unit 3: Promoting Additional Services and Products to Clients
- Quality assurance
- Improving sales
Unit 4: Fulfilling Reception Duties
- Maintaining the reception area
- Equipment
- Client enquiries
- Making appointments
- Handling payments
Unit 5: Facial Skin Care Treatments
- Contraindications
- Consultation
- Cleansing
- Routine
- The skin
- Skin types
- Epidermis
- Dermis
- Bones of the face and head
- Massage
- Muscles of the neck and face
- The cardiovascular system
- The lymphatic system
- The nervous system
- Aftercare
Unit 6: Manicure and Pedicure Services
- Anatomy of the hands and feet
- The nail
- Contraindications
- Nail shapes
- Filing and polishing
- Products and equipment
- Manicure procedure
- Hand massage
- Pedicure procedure
- Bones of the arm and leg
- Specialised treatments
Unit 7: Eyelashes and Eyebrows
- Contraindications
- Eyebrow shaping
- Equipment
- Consultation
- Procedure for eyebrow shaping
- Eyelash/eyebrow tinting
- Skin tests
- Eyelash tint procedure
- Eyebrow tint procedure
- False lashes and application
Unit 8: Waxing Services
- Benefits of waxing
- Safety
- Structure of the hair
- Hair removal
- Contraindications
- Consultation
- Hair growth patterns
- Warm wax application
- Hot wax application
- Sugaring
- Waxing troubleshooting
Unit 9: Make up Services
- History of make up
- Consultation
- Equipment
- Preparing the skin
- Application of make up
Assessment
The Beauty Therapy course is assessed by a series of written assignments, which are submitted to your tutor for marking. No examination is required.
Course Duration
This home learning course will take approximately 80 hours and there is no time limit for completion, enabling you to work at your own pace.
Study Method
The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide, plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start this course at any time.
Qualifications
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a level 2 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (in which case GCSEs are at levels 1 and 2 and A Levels are at level 3).
This award has been designed by Open Study College to meet specific learners' or employers' requirements. Accreditation by NCFE is a guarantee of quality. It means that this learning programme has been scrutinised and approved by an independent panel of experienced educational professionals and is quality audited biannually by NCFE.
Course Questions and Answers
Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?
You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.
Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?
No. You can study this course at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines. The Beauty Therapy course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.
Q: What is included in the cost of my course?
- Student record bag
- Pen
- Mouse mat
- Study guide
- Comprehensive study notes
- Personal tutor support
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Accreditation
- NUS student discount card
- C.V writing service
Q: Do I have to sit an exam?
No. We will issue certification based on your coursework alone.
Q: Are there any additional costs?
No, everything you need is included in the price!
Q: How do I get my work assessed?
Once we receive your work, we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your certificate proving your success in Beauty Therapy.
Q: What do I do if I still have questions?
For further information please contact us.
