VTCT Skills
Level 2
QN: 500/9307/1
Curriculum Active
VTCT Skills Level 2 Certificate in Hairdressing Services
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by VTCT Skills. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 530 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
VTCT Skills
Syllabus Units
16 Units
Guided Hours
530 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Client consultation for hair services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to consult and advise clients
- know the characteristics of the hair
2
Colour hair using temporary colour
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare for application of temporary colour
- Be able to apply a temporary colour
3
Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan an image
- Be able to create an image
4
Display stock to promote sales in a salon
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare the display area
- Be able to maintain and dismantle the display area
5
Follow health and safety practice in the salon
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to maintain health, safety and security practices
- Be able to follow emergency procedures
6
Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the career opportunities and working patterns within the hair and beauty sector
- Know the main hairdressing services and beauty treatments
7
Plaiting and Twisting Hair
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare for basic plaiting and twisting hair
- Be able to carry out basic hair plaiting and twisting techniques
8
Presenting a Professional Image in a Salon
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to communicate in a salon environment
- Be able to present a professional image and maintain personal hygiene in a salon.
9
Promote products and services to clients in a salon
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to promote products and services to the client
10
Provide scalp massage services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare to provide scalp massage services
- Be able to carry out scalp massage services
11
Salon reception duties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out reception duties
- Be able to book appointments
- Be able to deal with payments
12
Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare to shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
- Be able to shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
13
Style and finish African type hair
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare to style and finish African type hair
- Be able to style African type hair using blow dry techniques and heated and thermal equipment
14
The Art of Colouring Hair
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare for colouring hair
- Be able to provide a colouring service
15
The Art of Dressing Hair
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare for Dressing Hair
- Be able to provide a Dressing Hair Service
16
Working in the hair industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to describe the key characteristics of the hair industry
- Be able to describe working practices in the hair industry
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 500/9307/1
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- VTCT Skills
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2010