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Beauty Therapy Level 2

at Suffolk New College, Ipswich · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Learn how to carry out a range of technical and practical skills in beauty therapy including facial skincare, waxing, manicure, and pedicure. Your programme is enhanced with training in our spa facilities or learning tanning treatments. You will gain invaluable experience in treating clients within ‘The Zone’, our commercial salons while you work on paying clients. You will undertake meaningful activity with employers and within the local community during your study alongside 35 hours of work experience. Trips are planned into the programme and you will attend exhibitions such as Beauty for Professionals, where you will learn about the latest trends and equipment in this involving industry.

What you need to get on

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 including English Language, Maths and Science or a Level 1 qualification plus a GCSE Grade 3 in English Language.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Suffolk New College

    100 Rope Walk, Ipswich, IP4 1LT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Ipswich

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