VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Ladies Hairdressing (Technical )

A LEVEL AND LEVEL 3 QUALIFICATIONS

To gain a place in the Sixth Form, all students must achieve Grade 4 or higher in either English Language or Literature, and Mathematics, plus at least three additional GCSEs (or Level 2 equivalent qualifications) at Grade 5 or above.

In addition to the general entry requirements above, some subjects also have additional entry requirements.

All students are to choose 3 subjects from 3 different blocks. Further Mathematics may be taken as a fourth choice.

LEVEL 2 HAIRDRESSING

Subject has individual entry requirements.

Students can only apply for either Level 3 courses or Hairdressing.

VTCT LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN WOMEN'S HAIRDRESSING

This course is aimed at school leavers and those wishing to have a career in the Hairdressing industry. Course Duration - One year.

Course Content/Units

Health and Safety, Working in the hairdressing industry, Client care and communication, Consultation, Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp, The art of dressing hair, Cutting women’s hair , Colour and lighten hair.

Practical work takes place in Creations Hair and Beauty Salon, a purpose built professional salon, providing a realistic working environment where treatments are performed on paying clients.

Guest lecturers from product companies, trips to professional trade exhibitions and competitions complement studies.

All students will need a salon placement throughout the duration of the course.

Students will be required to carry out practical assessments ongoing throughout the course along with a final assessment for practical.

Theory is assessed via an on-screen exam.

Additional Information

Information regarding specific equipment and materials required, days of attendance and enrolment date will be given at interview and advice and guidance sessions.

Practical Assessments run throughout the course along with a written exam and a final practical end point assessment.

• Good communication skills are needed with an interest in hair, beauty , fashion and care with appearance.
• Level 2 Certificate in creative hair and beauty Studies/level 1 diploma in hair and beauty an advantage.
• All students will need a salon placement throughout the duration of the course.

Progression

On successful completion of this course-

Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy

Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing

Level 3 Diploma in Media Make-up

Future Applications

Hairdresser, beauty therapist, spa therapist, colour technician, nail technician, make-up artist in film and television, barber.