Hairdressing Level 2 Level 2, Full Time, 1 year 2

Summary

The course introduces the essential technical skills and underpinning knowledge which are included in the following units;

These are covered within class based and salon sessions.

• Advise and consult with clients
  Shampoo and condition to treat the hair and scalp
  Style and finish hair
  Set and dress hair
  Cut hair using basic techniques
  *Colour and lighten hair

Students are expected to attend 100% of college classes, timetables are usually offered over 3-4 days per week. Unless you are committed to regular attendance this will affect progress of your course, success in your exams and progression to further courses.
Please note ‘any’ part time job commitments must not impact on you studies or classes.

Salon Work Experience: All students will be expected to engage in 72 hours of work experience throughout the course to enhance your skills and awareness of our industry. Support is provided to help approach suitable salons in the local area. A Placement Journal is used to record your experiences and comments from your salon trainer.

Please note this is a mandatory element of the course; which can be carried out once your college course has started. These hours will need to be fitted in around your usual course commitments.
There is an approved list of salons which you will be provided with; but you can also approach any salon you may know. However, please note our team will need to visit to confirm Health & Safety arrangements before you start!

You will have opportunities to participate in College events such as fashion shows, the Royal Norfolk Show, and other off-site activities to build practical experience. There are additional opportunities to visit national hair and beauty exhibitions where the latest fashions, styles and trends from the cosmetics industry are exclusively showcased. Also workshops held within college by manufactures and / or employers take place during the year.