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Skill Level
Suitable for all levels
Course Duration
4 weeks (plus assessments & exams)
Age Requirement
Minimum of 18 years old
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Description
Our VTCT Level 2 Facial and Skin Care Course
is designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the beauty industry.
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Entry requirements:
- No previous experience is needed
- Good standard of English sufficient to complete the course competences and online examinations
- Access to a computer/laptop for completing homework or assessment tasks.
- Students must be over 168years old to enroll on this course
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How long is the course:
- Classroom Course
- 4 weeks (and assessments and exams)
- 10am – 5.30pm (1 day per week)
- Maximum class size: 4-6 student
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Course Structure
To obtain the VTCT Level 2 Facial and Skincare award, you will need to complete the following three units:
• Facial Massage and Skincare
• Health, Safety and Hygiene of the Workplace
• Client Care, Communication and Salon Reception Duties.
Once you have completed the schedule, you will be set e-learning for the three core units of study in the course, which you will be able to complete at your own pace. Each will include a written assignment for completion. Once you have completed your e-learning and written assignments, you will need to sit a final exam online to fully complete your training programme to become qualified.
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Units Covered
The course covers a wide range of topics, including:
• Contra-indications and contra-actions
• Anatomy and physiology related to the skin, face, scalp, and neck
• Skin analysis, skin types, and conditions
• Essential skincare techniques:
• Skin cleansing
• Toning
• Exfoliation
• Moisturising
• Steam
• Extraction
You’ll also learn to:
• Provide face, neck, and shoulder massages
• Apply masks to address different skincare concerns
• Provide clients with the best possible skincare routines
To ensure progress, the course includes:
• Continuous assessments
• Practical assessments
• Oral questions
• Tests
• Written assignments