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Hairdressing Level 2 Full-time (FHAI)
Barnsley College
Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX
Available start dates
Available start dates
Course Summary
Course Details
Course themes:
• Health and safety in the salon
• Client consultation for hair services
• Shampoo and conditioning
• Cutting women’s hair
• Styling and finishing hair
• Colouring and lightening hair
• Perming and neutralising hair
• Salon reception duties
How will it be delivered and assessed?
You’ll be assessed through a mix of practical tasks on real clients, where you’ll showcase your skills in a salon setting. As you progress, you’ll build a professional portfolio of evidence from your completed assessments. You’ll also complete assignments and online tests to support your learning and demonstrate your knowledge.
Entry requirements
1. Attend a taster day. The dates for the taster days will be shared at your interview.
2. Complete and independent study task. This task will be set at your interview.
3. Provide contact details for five potential clients.
4. Submit a completed work placement proposal form. This will be provided at your interview.
5. GCSE Grade 4 or above in English Language and Maths is desirable.
Equipment required
Your next steps...
After completing the Level 2 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing, you’ll have a range of exciting options to continue your journey:
Further Study:
Many students choose to progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing, where you’ll refine your skills, learn advanced techniques, and prepare for senior roles in the salon.
You could also explore related courses such as:
Level 3 Diploma in Barbering
Level 3 Diploma in Hair and Media Make-Up
Apprenticeships in Hairdressing or Barbering
Employment:
Junior Stylist
Salon Assistant
Blow-Dry Specialist
Colour Technician Assistant
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