Dip Beauty Therapy Studies L2
at MidKent College, Gillingham · college
What the college says
The VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Studies is a substantial vocational qualification for learners seeking a career as a junior beauty therapist. This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years or over and will support you to gain employment as a beauty therapist. This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a therapist including, mandatory units covering the following: facial skincare, waxing, eyelash and eyebrow treatments including perming, manicure, pedicure, nail art, client care, display and promote stock and health and safety. You will learn through theory and practical sessions and you will undertake written and practical exams. Working on external clientele to complete your practical assessments. We expect all students to wear a uniform. Our uniform is a tunic and trousers with closed in black shoes. This is a mandatory requirement and tunics can be obtained from a designated supplier. A list of the kit required for your practical lessons will be given on enrolment which can also be sourced from a designated supplier. As a beauty therapy student you cannot wear false lashes or nails whilst on programme. All MidKent College students will continue studying English and maths until they are 19, or until they have achieved a Grade C/4. Your study programme will incorporate a work placement of up to 200 hours in a role relevant to your study. All students will have access to a Personal Tutor to support th
What you need to get on
Achievement of an appropriate Level 1 qualification or GCSE grades 1 and above including English and maths at a grade 1 or above.
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
Medway Campus
Medway Road, Gillingham, ME7 1FN
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journeyMaidstone Campus
Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, ME16 8AQ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Gillingham
- 7 September 2026 · Maidstone
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