Course Details

Course Duration: 15 months (not including EPA period)

Delivery method: Regular workplace visits from our assessors. Access to an online portfolio.

Assessment methods: A combination of observations, assessments, professional discussions, written and oral questioning, online and paper-based tests and portfolio evidence gathering. A final End Point Assessment.

Entry requirements: No prior experience is required; however, learners must be working in the hair industry. Entry will be based on initial assessments and an interview.

Apprentices without level 1 English and Maths (or equivalent) will need to achieve this level and apprentices without level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent) will need to take the tests for this level prior to taking the end-point assessment. This will be incorporated into your Apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship Profile

A Beauty therapist works in one of the largest, trusted, professional and continually expanding industries within the Hair and Beauty Sector. The work environment can be varied in size, style and ambiance, from a cruise ship, through to small bespoke salons or luxury high end beauty salons and spas. A Beauty Therapist works independently or as part of a team supported by a manager when completing treatments as a key part of a beauty business. They demonstrate a willingness to learn, have an enquiring and curious mind and are enthusiastic to learn about their chosen career. In addition, they exhibit a good work ethic applied to learning, drive and commitment to learn and maintain continual professional development. They deliver essential one-to-one Beauty Therapy treatments whilst maintaining the organisation’s image, financial viability and reputation. They complete all duties and treatments within the scope of the occupational role in accordance with legal, industry and organisational requirements within commercially viable times. They act with professionalism, without supervision and observe safe working practices to a high level of precision

Candidates will be required to achieve the Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Professionals - Beauty Therapist. 

Topics Covered

• Professionalism and values
• Safe working practices
• Personal and professional ethics
• Client care principles and practices

Skills Developed

• Waxing services
• Hand and nail treatments
• Foot treatments
• Facial treatments
• Eyelash and eyebrow treatments
• Make-up application
• Basic massage treatments