VTCT Skills Level 2 Certificate in Women's Hairdressing
Location
Applicant Type
Adults
Level
Level 2
Subject
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
Course Overview
The VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Women's Hairdressing is the ideal starting point for anyone looking to turn their passion for hair into a rewarding career within the hairdressing industry. This qualification is designed to develop the essential professional knowledge, practical skills and positive behaviours needed to begin a successful career as a hairdresser, providing learners with a strong foundation on which to build their future.
Throughout the course, learners will gain valuable hands-on experience in a realistic salon environment, developing their confidence, creativity and technical ability through a range of practical hairdressing services. They will learn and refine key skills in professional cutting, styling and finishing, alongside essential client consultation, communication, customer care, health and safety, and maintaining professional salon standards.
With a strong emphasis on practical learning, industry expectations and developing professional working practices, learners will have the opportunity to build their skills, express their creativity and understand what it takes to work successfully in a busy salon environment. The course encourages independence, attention to detail, professionalism and confidence when working with clients, helping learners develop the skills and behaviours employers look for.
On successful completion, learners will have developed the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to take their first steps into the hairdressing profession, opening up opportunities for employment, apprenticeships and further specialist study. Whether aspiring to work in a professional salon or progress towards a future career in the wider hair and beauty industry, this qualification provides an excellent foundation to grow, develop and succeed.
Applicants must have successfully completed a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification or an equivalent recognised qualification before enrolling onto this course. This will provide you with the foundation knowledge and practical experience needed to undertake Level 3 training.
Learners will complete:
- Practical observations on clients
- Portfolio of evidence
- Assignments and projects
- Professional discussions
- Oral and written questioning
- Case studies
- External online or paper-based examinations for relevant units
£1,750 per year. This does not include a kit; however, a full hairdressing kit is available to purchase at a competitive rate.
On successful completion, learners can progress onto the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing to develop their advanced skills and further their career opportunities within the hairdressing industry.
1 year
Part time
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