Level 2 Hair Professionals - Hairdressing Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You train in a salon role while you earn, spending a minimum of 30 hours a week in the workplace. This hair professionals - hairdressing qualification covers cutting, colouring, styling, shampooing, and conditioning for a range of clients. The course typically takes 24 months. A level 2 hair professionals - hairdressing course structured this way means your skills develop through real client work from day one.
Who this course is for
There are two distinctly different job roles within this occupational profile: Hairdresser and Barber. Hairdressers will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using a range of techniques, style and finish hair to create variety of looks, and colour and lighten hair for ladies and men. Barbers will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using barbering techniques, style and finish hair, cut facial hair into shape and provide shaving services for men. Hairdressers and barbers must be able to work with all hair types ranging from straight hair to very curly, wiry hair. They also need to be able to carry out consultations with clients, demonstrate the professionalism, values, behaviours, communication skills and safe working practices associated with their role and be able to work without supervision to a high level of precision, with exceptional client care skills.
Entry requirements
Working minimum 30hrs a week in a salon.
What you will learn
You'll shampoo and condition hair using professional techniques.
You'll cut hair using a range of hairdressing methods for different looks.
You'll style and finish hair to achieve varied results.
You'll colour and lighten hair for a range of clients.
You'll carry out client consultations and provide professional client care.
You'll apply working behaviours expected in a professional salon environment.
How you will learn
You learn on the job in a working salon. Assessment is work-based, with evidence gathered through observation of your practical skills, a portfolio of work, and professional discussions. You'll be assessed against the occupational standards for hairdressing throughout the 24-month programme. An e-portfolio is used to record and submit your evidence.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. UK Training & Development will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser - cutting, colouring, and styling in a salon
Junior Stylist - supporting senior stylists in a busy salon
Salon Assistant - client care and practical hair services
Freelance Hairdresser - working independently with your own clients
Colour Technician - specialising in colouring and lightening services
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing - the next step for hairdressers wanting to take on more complex technical work and senior salon roles.
Level 3 Hair Professional Apprenticeship - builds on Level 2 skills, covering advanced cutting, colouring, and client management.
Level 3 Education and Training - if you want to move into teaching or training others in hairdressing.
