Hairdressing - Level 2 NVQ Diploma
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Hairdressing - Level 2 NVQ Diploma
Overview
Are you good with people, hardworking and creative? Then this could be the course for you! Our 1st Year Commercial Skills Course in Hairdressing (SCQF Level 5), will enable you to build basic hairdressing skills and enable you to follow a career in hairdressing.
This course is designed to develop your skills and knowledge in basic hair cutting, colouring and styling and prepare 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 1st September 2026.
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 in 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: