Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy, designed for learners entering the beauty therapy profession with a broad foundation across core treatments. The program emphasizes consultation, anatomy and physiology, skincare, nail care, waxing, makeup, lash and brow services, hygiene, and compliance with health and safety standards. Participants will gain the competence to perform a wide range of professional beauty services in salons, spas, and freelance practice while preparing audit‑ready documentation for regulated environments.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy |
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| Total Credits | 50 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 150 |
| Qualification Time | 300 |
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Introduction to Beauty Therapy Principles, professional conduct, and industry expectations.
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Client Consultation & Skin Analysis Identifying skin types, conditions, and suitability for treatments.
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Facial Skincare Treatments Cleansing, exfoliation, massage, and mask application.
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Manicure & Pedicure Techniques Nail shaping, cuticle care, polish application, and foot care.
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Waxing Techniques Warm wax and hot wax methods for hair removal.
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Makeup Application Techniques Day, evening, and special occasion makeup styles.
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Lash & Brow Treatments Shaping, tinting, and temporary lash applications.
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Anatomy & Physiology for Beauty Therapy Skin, hair, nails, and relevant body systems.
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Health, Safety & Hygiene in Beauty Services Infection control, PPE, and compliance with industry regulations.
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Practical Assessments & Portfolio Development Real‑world salon practice, client case studies, and portfolio creation.
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Builds competence in facial skincare, nail care, waxing, makeup, and lash/brow services
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Enhances compliance with RQF, VTCT, and City & Guilds standards
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Strengthens skills in consultation, anatomy, and hygiene protocols
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Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and portfolio development
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in beauty therapy, salon practice, and advanced aesthetics
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Learners entering the beauty therapy profession with a broad foundation across treatments
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Students seeking employment as junior beauty therapists in salons or spas
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Individuals aiming to progress to Level 3 Diplomas in Advanced Beauty Therapy (ABTY‑313), Facial Electrotherapy (FELT‑313), or Body Electrotherapy (BDET‑313)
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Assessment Type: Practical assessments + written exam + portfolio review
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Format: Skills demonstrations, MCQs, client case studies, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 60 theory + multiple practical tasks + portfolio submission
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 12–14 weeks (200–220 hours total)
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Certification: Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (BDTH)
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