Pedicure
Manicure
Facial skincare
Eyebrow and eyelash treatments
Waxing
Make-up application
Threading
Nail art
You will also gain experience in salon reception duties and learn how to maintain health, safety, and professional standards in the workplace.
The Focus Awards Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (RQF) is perfect for those looking to start a career in the beauty industry. It provides the essential skills and knowledge needed to work in salons, spas, or as a self-employed beauty therapist.
The course covers key treatments including manicures, pedicures, facials, waxing, makeup, and eyebrow and eyelash enhancements. You’ll also learn about health and safety, client care, and professional conduct.
This qualification is ideal for beginners or those looking to progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy.
At Diverse Trainers Beauty, we offer full support throughout your training and after you qualify, including expert career advice and guidance. With a 99.4% pass rate and over 15 years of experience, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading beauty training providers.
Get in touch with one of Diverse Trainers’ careers advisors to find out more information. Our team will be more than happy to assist with information on payment options, learning options and more. Call the Diverse Beauty team now on 01772 910 930.
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The Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to begin a career in the beauty industry. This comprehensive qualification provides the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to work as a junior beauty therapist in a salon, spa, or freelance setting.
Throughout the course, learners will be introduced to a wide range of popular beauty treatments, including manicures, pedicures, facials, waxing, eyebrow and eyelash treatments, and makeup application. In addition to practical skills, the course also covers important topics such as health and safety, client care, and personal effectiveness in the workplace.
Whether you’re a school leaver, career changer, or simply passionate about beauty, this qualification offers a solid foundation and a clear pathway to further training or employment in the beauty therapy field.
This course is designed to provide learners with the fundamental skills and knowledge required to succeed in the beauty therapy industry. Through a blend of practical training and theoretical understanding, students will gain the confidence and competence to perform a range of professional beauty treatments.
The course covers the following units:
Unit 1: Provide Pedicure Treatments
Unit 2: Provide Manicure Treatments
Unit 3: Ensure Your Own Actions Reduce Risks to Health and Safety
Unit 4: Develop and Maintain Effectiveness at Work
Unit 5: Provide Facial Skin Care Treatment
Unit 6: Enhance the Appearance of Eyebrows and Eyelashes
Unit 7: Carry Out Waxing Services
Unit 8: Apply Make-up
Unit 9: Provide Threading Services
Unit 10: Provide Nail Art
Unit 11: Salon Reception Duties
This comprehensive structure ensures that learners are well-prepared in a variety of beauty therapy settings, delivering services with professionalism, care, and confidence.
The Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy is typically completed within 12 to 16 weeks, depending on individual progress. However, learners have the flexibility to take up to 2 years to complete the course, allowing them to study at their own pace.
Assessment is conducted through a combination of:
Coursework – to demonstrate understanding of theoretical concepts
Practical assessments – to evaluate hands-on skills in delivering professional beauty treatments
This flexible and comprehensive approach ensures learners are fully equipped with the knowledge and experience needed for a successful career in the beauty industry.
Learners seeking progress from this qualification can advance their skills further through the following:
Level 2 Myofascial CuppingGraduates may advance to the Level 3 Diplomas in Beauty Therapy or Stone Massage, and further specialised therapy training.
The full cost is £1,699, and Diverse Beauty offers flexible payment options, including 0% finance over 6, 9, or 12 months, Clearpay (4 instalments), and PayPal Pay in 3.
The qualification typically takes 12–16 weeks to complete however you get 2 years to complete the course.
• Level 2 Courses: These are entry-level courses ideal for those new to the beauty industry. They provide foundational knowledge and skills. • Level 3 Courses: These are advanced courses that build upon Level 2 skills, offering more specialised training and deeper expertise.
Upon successful completion, you will earn the Focus Awards Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (RQF), which qualifies you to work as a beauty therapist.
You must be at least 16 years old and possess basic communication skills to enrol.
It's a Focus Awards-accredited qualification (RQF Level 2) designed for those entering the beauty industry. It teaches core skills such as facials, waxing, manicures, pedicures, make-up application, brow/eyelash treatments, and hot stone massage.
Diverse Beauty offers flexible payment options on all of our Beauty and Health courses. If you would like to speak to one of our team about payment options, call now or use our friendly live chat team who will find the right payment option.
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