A Level 2 in Facial Skincare is designed to equip learners with the skills necessary to enter the beauty industry. Whether you're changing careers this is your first step to gain foundational knowledge of facial skincare.
This qualification provides the essential knowledge and hands-on skills to perform professional step by step facial treatments.
All awarding organisations we work have mapped this qualifications to the National Occupational Standards, ensuring relevance to real industry roles.
Unlike short, accredited courses, this qualification ensures you’re trained to a professional Ofqual regulated standard—giving clients and employers confidence in your ability and preparing you for progression to more advanced qualifications such as level 3, 4,5 & 6.
What you will learn:
Health and Safety in the Salon
Client consultation and treatment planning
Client Care
Professional facial treatment techniques Consultation, Cleanse, Skin Analysis, Exfoliation, Mask, Massage, Tone, Treat, Moistures, SPF, Aftercare.
Facial anatomy and physiology
Industry terminology and salon conduct
How is the course delivered?
The course is taught over 7 training days, combining classroom theory with hands-on practice. The class sizes are no more than 8 in a practical environment. You’ll also have the opportunity to supervised model days, giving you time to refine your technique, build confidence, and experience working in a real salon environment.
What is the final assessment like?
The course includes both theoretical and practical assessments, which are designed to ensure you’re confident in your knowledge and capable in your delivery. All assessments met the requirement of your chosen awarding organisation.
What can I do after this course?
This qualification provides a strong foundation to:
Start working in salons, spas, or wellness settings
Progress onto more advanced skincare and aesthetic courses (e.g. Level 3 and beyond)
Explore holistic practices further
Incorporate into further beauty treatments
Explore skincare aesthetics treatments like chemical peels, dermaplaning, or electrical facials
Click here to enrol today, or book a call to speak with one of our educators about your pathway.
Level 3 Access to Aesthetics is a practical and knowledge-based qualification designed to prepare learners for a career in the professional skincare and aesthetics sector. This course provides a strong foundation in facial skincare, skin analysis, and electrical science, helping you build the essential knowledge and hands-on skills needed to progress into advanced skin and aesthetic treatments.
Delivered through face-to-face practical training over 7 days, supported by online theory and guided home study.
Assessments are conducted in line with the awarding body. This qualification is an ideal entry route into advanced skincare and aesthetic practice at Level 4 and beyond.
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for aspiring skincare professionals who want to work hands on in the treatment room offering skin health objectives. There is no pre requisite for this Level 3 qualification. It’s perfect for those wanting to work in treatment rooms- clinics, salons, medi-spas, or brand environments — or for anyone looking to upskill and future-proof their career in the ever-evolving skin health industry.
What does the course involve?
The course combines core theory with practical experience across skin treatments and essential aesthetic science. It includes:
7 face-to-face onsite training days
8–10 weeks of online learning and guided self-directed study
Practical treatments carried out on models.
What skills will I learn?
Fundamental skin analysis and consultation
Understanding of skin structure and functions
Knowledge of electrical science relevant to skincare equipment
Safe working practices and treatment planning
Confidence to begin offering tailored, advanced skin health facial treatments
What can I do after completing the course?
Work in advanced skin clinics, salons, or medi-spas
Build a career as a Facialist or Aesthetic Skin Practitioner
Progress to Level 4 qualifications in Chemical Peels, Microneedling, and Skin Health Assessment
Develop your own skincare-focused business
Work for skincare brands
Begin specialising in treatments that deliver visible, clinical results
Click here to enrol today, or book a call to speak with one of our educators about your pathway.
Modality Workshop – Understanding Electrical Devices
Our Modality Workshop is a short, intensive session designed to help skincare and aesthetics professionals navigate the growing world of facial technologies. With a variety of electrical devices on the market, it’s essential to understand how they work, what results they offer, and whether they’re the right fit for your business.
This workshop provides valuable insight into the science, safety, and application of popular modalities such as microcurrent, EMS, radio frequency, galvanic, high frequency, LED, ultrasonic and more. You’ll leave with the clarity and confidence needed to make informed decisions about incorporating technology into your facial practice or clinic menu.
Who is this workshop for?
Ideal for facialists, skincare professionals, medics & industry newcomers looking for insights into expanding treatment offerings, this workshop is perfect for:
Those considering investing in electrical devices
Business owners wanting to compare multiple technologies
Therapists exploring treatment upgrades without brand bias
Learners who are unsure which route or machine is right for them
What does the workshop involve?
A breakdown of how different modalities work (and who they’re suitable for)
Brand details
Guidance on treatment protocols, client safety, and contraindications
Cost vs. benefit insights for treatment planning and equipment investment
The opportunity to collab in educator-led environment
What will I gain?
A working understanding of leading skincare and facial device technologies
Greater confidence in choosing the right modality for your business goals
Awareness of industry standards, safety, and expected treatment outcomes
A clearer progression path should you wish to train in full Level 3 or 4 qualifications
This wokshop is included in the skincare facialist pathway.
Click here to enrol today, or book a call to speak with one of our educators about your pathway.
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