Hairdressing - Level 2 NVQ Diploma
Overview
Are you good with people, hardworking and creative? Then this could be the course for you! Our City and Guilds, NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing (SCQF Level 5) course will enable you to build on existing basic hairdressing skills and enable you to follow a career in hairdressing.
The course is designed to develop your skills and knowledge in basic hair cutting, colouring and styling and prepares you for further study and/or employment as a trainee hairstylist within a salon.
Entry
No formal qualifications are required however good communication skills and a keen interest in Hairdressing are essential.
Skills for Work: Hairdressing level 4 or 5 or equivalent would be an advantage.
Applicants who meet the recruitment criteria will be provided with access to a Hairdressing kit, appropriate protective clothing and textbooks.
Important note: Due to Health and Safety Regulations, applicants must be at least 16 years of age by 31st October 2025.
Learn
Units can include:
- Shampooing and Conditioning Hair
- Styling Hair
- Cutting Hair
- Colouring Hair
- Long Hair Work
- Competition Work
- Commercial Salon
- Work Experience
The above units are examples of what will be delivered within this course but may vary across campuses.
It may be necessary to attend a twilight class (4:30 until 6:30), one evening per week dependant on timetabling requirements.
Where can I go from here?
Graduates of this course will be able to go directly into the following courses: