City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Discover the skills and opportunities needed to work as a qualified Beauty therapist, in this Level 2 course perfect as an introduction to the industry.

Learn practical skills in a range of Beauty areas, ready for your future. Our curriculum covers:

• Facial skincare
• Waxing
• Manicure
• Nail Art
• Health and Safety
• Tanning
• Client care

In our industry standard salons, put your skills into practice on real clients whilst learning from experts in the field. You will also learn how to react creatively when given different briefs by clients through a range of hands-on activities.

Assessment will take place through practical observations in our beauty salons, as well as with written work and exams. You will also create a portfolio to display your achievements.

Once you finish your course, you will be ready to start in an entry-level position in the beauty industry. You can also go onto further study in this area, such as a Level 3 qualification, or an Apprenticeship.