Women’s Hairdressing (VRQ Level 2 Diploma)

This course is designed for learners who work in or wish to pursue a career within the hairdressing industry and this course will provide you with a range of essential practical skills and theory knowledge, which prepare you for employment or further training.

On this course you will: 

• Learn a range of services, including client consultation, shampooing and conditioning, cutting women’s hair using basic techniques, colouring hair, styling and dressing 

• Develop an understanding of safe working practices within the hairdressing industry 

• Learn professional communication skills and the techniques to actively promote products and services  

Assessment: You will create a portfolio of evidence. Online examinations will also contribute to your coursework. You will be assessed continually throughout the academic year on your practical skills and underpinning knowledge.  

Choose this course if… you wish to pursue a career in the hairdressing industry and enjoy being creative, artistic and working within a thriving environment. The Level 2 VRQ Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing provides the necessary foundation skills and knowledge that will prepare you for the industry or progression on to the next level.  

Future Steps: Following successful completion of this qualification, you may progress to employment or on to the VRQ3 Diploma in Hairdressing.  

Four GCSEs (or equivalent, such as Level 1 Certificate in Hairdressing) at grade 3 or above, including English Language and Maths*

There are five fully equipped beauty clinics and a Spa, providing you with a professional working environment. There are personal lockers and changing facilities for learners to use whilst they are at College.

You will have access to all the College facilities, including a student restaurant, full media suite, gym and a fully equipped Learning Resource Centre (LRC).

You will be required to purchase a personal kit and uniform.

There are options to attend enrichment workshops and educational visits at an additional cost.

This further education course is free for all 16-18 year olds who are resident in the UK and the European Economic Area for the last 3 years. (You must be under 19 on 31st August in the calendar year that you start your course). For any fee-related queries or further information, please contact the Advice and Recruitment Team on 01392 400444.