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Diploma in Women's Hairdressing Level 2

at Peter Symonds College, Winchester · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma36 weeksPart time£1,693

What the college says

The Hairdressing Level 2 Diploma will be run over two days per week for those who wish to practice the introductory skills of hairdressing with a view to seeking employment, either in a salon, or as a self-employed hairdresser. The qualification has been specifically designed to develop your practical skills in the creative art of cutting and dressing women's hair, along with other associated skills of shampooing, colouring and lightening.The aim of the course is to make you employable in the introductory skills of level 2, by making you competent and confident in the skills that salons require. Not only will you learn the practical skills of each unit, you will also gain experience in client care and how to operate within the health and safety guidelines of the industry. You will be working on fee paying clients very quickly (subject to Covid regulations) to gain good communication skills and develop outstanding client care and customer service.

What you need to get on

Applicants aged 16-18 must have GCSE English and Maths at grade A-C / 4-9. Those who do not hold this qualification will be required to study for their GCSE's alongside their course. Applicants must have ability to work with others and as part of a team. You should also have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Once you have practised your skills sufficiently, you will be working on paying clients to gain professional experience of being a stylist.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Peter Symonds College: Adult Education

    Stoney Lane Weeke, Winchester, SO22 6DR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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