ITEC Certificate for Beauty Specialists (Skin and eye)

ITEC Level 2 Certificate in Skin Care & Eye Treatments

This course is the perfect starting point for complete beginners looking to enter the beauty industry and build strong foundations in skincare and eye treatments.

It’s designed for anyone who wants to gain real, employable skills, progress confidently into further beauty qualifications, and eventually move into advanced skincare or aesthetic treatments.

As part of our training academy, partnered with a fully operational Glam Gals salon, you’ll gain hands-on experience throughout the course — preparing you not just to pass, but to work confidently in the industry.

Core Skills You’ll Develop

Care of the Skin
— Cleansing
— Skin analysis
— Pre-heat treatments
— Exfoliation
— Facial massage
— Application of face masks

Care of the Eyebrows & Eyelashes
— Eyebrow shaping
— Lash tinting
— Brow tinting

Salon Experience (Real-World Training)

Because we operate alongside a fully functioning salon, learners will be invited to take part in salon days throughout the course.

This gives you the chance to build confidence, experience real clients, and get comfortable working in a professional salon environment before you qualify.

Professional Knowledge & Client Care

Alongside practical skills, learners will also develop essential knowledge in:
— Health & safety
— Client care
— Professional communication

These skills are essential for working safely, professionally, and successfully within the beauty industry.

Opportunities for Progression

This course is designed specifically for complete beginners and provides a strong foundation for future training.

Once learners have achieved the VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate for Beauty Specialists, they may progress onto other VTCT Skills (ITEC) or equivalent qualifications at Level 2 and Level 3, depending on their career goals.

Progression options include:

— Level 2 Diploma for Beauty Specialists
— Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up
— Level 2 Certificate in Manicure & Pedicure
— Level 2 Certificate in Waxing
— Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments
— Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Techniques
— Level 3 Certificate in Facial Electrical Treatments
— Level 3 Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments
— Level 3 Certificate in Fashion & Photographic Make-Up

This pathway allows learners to grow their skills step by step, from entry-level training through to advanced treatments.

Want to Upgrade into Aesthetics?

This qualification gives you the foundations needed to move into advanced skincare and aesthetics.

If you’re interested in upgrading, we offer clear progression routes, guidance on Level 3, 4, and 5 aesthetics courses, and support choosing the right pathway for you.

Chat to our team for full aesthetics progression info and upgrade options.

Course Details

Cost: €1,500
Duration: Sept '26 - Jan '27

Schedule:
— Mondays: 10am – 2pm

Before You Book

- Examination fees & College kits are not included 
- Minimum numbers are required for this course to run. *In the event the course does not     proceed, payments can be transferred to the next available course date
- All Booking Fees are non-refundable
 - Age requirements apply — courses are 16+ or 18+, depending on the programme