Focus Awards Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (RQF)
Qualification Details
QAN: 603/3818/0
TQT: 500
GLH: 447
Credits: 50
Qualification Objective
The objective of the Focus Awards Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (RQF) is to develop learners’ knowledge and skills and confirm their competence as beauty therapist The Focus Awards Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (RQF) is aimed at those learners wishing to enter the Beauty Therapy sector, looking at all areas of this service industry.
Learner Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification.
Age Ranges
Learners should be 16 years of age and at the discretion of the centre
Geographical Coverage
This qualification has been accredited for use in England and Northern Ireland.
Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations
Please refer to the Focus Awards ‘Focus Awards Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration Policy.’
Assessment Methods
The Focus Awards Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy (RQF) is internally assessed. Each learner is required to create portfolio of evidence which demonstrates achievement of all the learning outcomes and the assessment criteria associated with each unit.
The main pieces of evidence for the portfolio could include:
➢ Assessor observation – completed observational checklists on related action plans
➢ Witness testimony
➢ Learner product
➢ Worksheets
➢ Assignments / projects / reports
➢ Record of oral and written questioning
➢ Learner and peer reports
➢ Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
Simulation
Simulation for this qualification is not permitted.
Progression Routes
Learners wishing to progress from this qualification can undertake the following qualifications:
➢ Focus Awards Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy
Useful Websites and Supporting Materials
You will find useful websites and supporting materials here:
➢ www.focusawards.org.uk/supportingmaterials
➢ ofqual.gov.uk
Qualification Structure / Rules of Combination
To achieve the qualification learners must achieve 50 credits. 41 credits form the 8 mandatory units and at least 9 credits from the Optional Group
MANDATORY UNITS
-(Unit title/Unit reference/Credit/Level/GLH)
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Provide pedicure treatments R/601/4448 5 2 48
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Develop and maintain effectiveness at work M/617/3378 3 2 30
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Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety Y/600/9011 4 2 30
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Provide facial skin care treatment T/617/3379 8 2 68
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Enhance the appearance of eyebrows and eyelashes K/617/3380 5 2 45
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Provide manicure treatments T/601/4569 5 2 48
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Carry out waxing services L/617/3386 7 2 61
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Apply make-up A/617/1018 5 2 41
OPTIONAL UNITS
-(Unit title/Unit reference/Credit/Level/GLH)
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Salon reception duties A/600/8773 3 2 24
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Promote additional services or products to customers D/601/0936 6 2 40
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Provide nail art L/601/4450 3 2 24
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Instruction on make-up application A/617/0998 5 2 34
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Provide threading services Y/617/3388 4 2 39
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Carry out ear piercing D/617/3389 2 2 20
Price: £1600