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Women's Hairdressing Level 2

Start Date: 2nd September 2024

Length 35 Weeks
Study Part Time
Location West Lancashire College

Qualification Gained

Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing (City & Guilds)

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More about the course

Do you have a passion for hairdressing? Learn the latest hairdressing techniques and gain experience in The Hair and Beauty Lounge. Women’s and Men’s Hairdressing is a fast moving, fashion orientated industry, releasing your creative and artistic talents.

Hairdressing in an essential part to the world of Fashion and Beauty and at West Lancashire College we have designed programmes to support you into the industry.

Our Level 2 evening Hairdressing course aims to provide students with a range of essential practice skills and knowledge, which will ultimately help you to seek employment or further training.

Entry requirements

Students must be able to work effectively with others and be willing to carry out and receive all treatments. All students must display a positive attitude, be prepared to work as part of a team and have excellent attendance.

West Lancashire College will also accept credits previously gained through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

What will I achieve?

If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing (City & Guilds).

What will I learn?

Reception in retail
Consultation and diagnosis
Shampoo and condition
Health, safety and hygiene
Cutting hair
Style dress and finish hair
Colour
Function skills
Retail promotions

How am I assessed?

Practical observation
Oral questioning
Case studies
Written essential knowledge papers
Photographic evidence

Where can I progress?

This is a nationally recognised qualification. Students who successfully complete Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing may progress to the Level 3 in Hairdressing, or Barbering.

Course costs

If you are 19 or over, please call our Student Services team on 01695 52300 to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact Student Services who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.

Phone: 01695 52300

Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk

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Emma Forgie

Hairdressing Lecturer

I am a passionate, experienced educator with a wealth of knowledge and experience in industry, with Master Colour Expert status. I love being a part of students' success and creativity for the ever-growing industry, as well as helping create hairdressers of the future.

20 September 2023

West Lancashire College welcomes local community to Open Event

West Lancashire College are delighted to be opening their doors to the local community once again and invite you to attend their first Open Event of the academic year on Monday 16th October 4.30pm-7pm.