VTCT Level 2 Award in Facial Massage & Skin Care
This VTCT Level 2 Award in Facial Massage and Skin Care is a qualification that has been specifically designed to develop your theory and practical skills in consultation, skin analysis, cleanse, steam, extraction, massage, mask and aftercare.
Underpinning this qualification, you will develop a sound knowledge and understanding of the practical skills learned throughout this qualification as well as health and safety practices in a salon environment and how to promote client care and communications in beauty related industries.
This fast-track course can be completed around your commitments making it the perfect choice for those wanting a good balance of classroom teaching and home learning
You will also be required to do some home-based learning to practice your skills and complete homework as part of this course.
We are committed to making our assessments a supportive and encouraging experience. Our highly experienced tutors will always ensure you are relaxed and confident before undergoing any assessment modules.
Course units
➖ Provide facial skin care
➖ Follow health and safety practice in the salon
➖ Client care and communication in beauty related industries
Entry requirements
➖ No previous experience required
➖ Good standard of English sufficient to complete the course competences and online examinations.
➖ Students must be over 16 years old to enrol on this course
When does the course start?
The Level 2 Facial Massage and Skin Care course starts every February and September.
We also run additional courses throughout the year - please contact us for details
How long is the course?
➖ 4 days (1 day per week)
➖ 10am - 5pm
➖ Maximum class size: 12 students
How will I be assessed?
➖ Online theory tests (multiple choice)
➖ Observations and oral questioning
➖ Practical assessments and assignments
➖ Portfolio evidence
Do I need to bring a model?
No. However, you can bring a model for your practical assessments if you wish to. At all other times students will be expected to practice on each other.
What do I need to buy for this course?
➖ Stationery - notepad and pen
➖ Uniform - therapist tunic, black trousers and black flat closed toe shoes
➖ Equipment - whilst you are training with us, we provide all the products and equipment you will need for your practical assessments
What can I do with this qualification?
You can seek employment as Junior Beauty Therapist within commercial sectors such beauty salons, spas, health clubs or in the retail sector or as a self-employed beauty therapist, or you can progress onto other Level 2 Beauty related courses.
We also offer a range of progressive courses that will complement this qualification and extend the services you can offer to clients once you start working in the industry.
Payment options
➖ Pay in full - £359 plus VAT (£430.80 total) this includes the VTCT registration
➖ Pay in 2 interest free instalments - example £200 deposit, then the balance by the end of the course