Hairdressing Level 2 Certificate (VRQ)
Key Details
- Available at:Rhos-on-Sea, Rhyl
- Study Mode:Full-time
- Course Length:
1 year
Hairdressing Level 2 Certificate (VRQ)Full-Time (Further Education)
Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.
Course Description
Are you hoping to start a career in hairdressing? Would you like to enhance your knowledge and technical skills?
This practical programme builds on your existing understanding and teaches you how to become a stylist. You will study all parts of hairstyling, including cutting, colouring, blow-drying and setting hair of various types and lengths.
You will also develop skills in client consultation, reception work, hair/scalp treatments and health and safety. The programme is suitable for students progressing from a Level 1 Hairdressing programme, and will continue to prepare you for a career in the hair and beauty sector.
Entry Criteria
In order to qualify for this course, you will need to have completed Scalp Massage Level 2.
You will also require an attendance level of 86% in your previous year of study.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.
Delivery
The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:
- Practical Delivery
- Theory Sessions
- Workshops
- Commercial Salon Training
- Realistic Work Environment
You will also undertake work experience as part of the programme.
Your programme will include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits
Essential Skills
This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills
GCSE resits
This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.
Maths & Welsh/English
If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.
Assessment
The programme is assessed through a blend of the following:
- Observation
- Online assessments
- Exams
You will be graded pass,merit or distinction depending on your assessment outcomes.
Progression
The programme gives you a qualification and a valuable set of skills, helping you to progress into employment and education. You could proceed onto a number of programmes at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, including:
- NVQ Hairdressing Level 2
- Beauty Therapy Level 2
- Foundation Apprenticeship Level 2 in Barbering
- Foundation Apprenticeship Level 2 in Hairdressing
Other details
Course type: Full-Time (Further Education)
Level:
2
The course is available bilingually at the following campuses/locations :
- Rhos-on-Sea
Bilingual: