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Hair Professional Apprenticeship
Hair Professional Apprenticeship

Hair Professional Apprenticeship

Level 2
Gloucester

Course Overview

Part Time
Certificate

The broad purpose of the occupation is to provide a range of hairdressing services that meet client requirements, that are based on a comprehensive consultation, applicable industry tests, whilst maintaining exceptional client care skills, safe working practices, meeting legal, industry and organisation standards, procedures and protocols.

Hairdressing Professionals are creative, passionate and driven professionals who work without supervision. They provide a quality service, whilst working to the highest standards and continuously developing their personal and professional skills. They take ownership of their work and client lists, accept responsibility, are proactive, flexible and adaptable, plan their work and time, they aim for excellence by taking exceptional pride in their work and industry.

Ideal for:

  • Hair Professional
  • Hair Stylist
  • Hairdresser

 

Benefits for learners

  • Achieving a nationally recognised qualification
  • Ability to train with talented stylists
  • Progression to specialist areas such as colouring
  • Clear career path in the Hairdressing industry

 

Delivery model and duration:

Workplace delivery with masterclasses available in college.

Duration: 24 months plus 3 months End Point Assessment 

 

Qualification - City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals

Components - Functional Skills English and Mathematics at Level 1 (working towards Level 2)

 

The apprenticeship will cover the following core areas:

  • Shampooing
  • Styling and finishing
  • Cutting
  • Colouring
  • Consultation
  • Customer Service

 

End Point Assessment

The End Point Assessment will test the entire Standard, and be undertaken as follows:

  • Multiple choice test - The test will have 40 multiple choice questions. You will have 60minutes to complete it.
  • Practical assessment with questions - You will be observed by an independent assessor completing a set of tasks. It will last 5.5 hours. You will be asked at least 3 questions.
  • Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence - This will last 35minutes. You will be asked at least 6 questions. You need to compile a portfolio of evidence before the EPA gateway. This will help you to answer the questions.

Benefits to business

  • • Personalised Training to meet individual salon and apprentices`s needs
    • Workplace delivery
    • Qualified and competent staff

 

Unit

Overview

Consultation

An essential part of the hairdressing service you will need to master. You need to be a good communicator and provide clients with advice and recommendations. Be able to analyse and recognise different hair and scalp conditions, characteristics and classification. Follow salon policies and manufactures instructions.

Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp

Be able to select the hair and scalp type correctly and practically demonstrate you know the massage techniques to use. As this is usually the first service the client experiences in the salon.

Cutting

Show you have an eye for design to create styles of precision, disconnected cuts for fashion and classical techniques. Once you have mastered the basics you need to show and develop your creative skills this will enhance your career as a stylist.

Colour and lighten hair using a range of techniques

Understand the science of colouring and lightening the hair. How to use the different tools, equipment, products and techniques used. Show innovative methods of colour placement in order to enhance the client’s style. Resolve basic colour problems.

Styling and finishing hair Part A and dressing Part B

These skills are important to create the overall finish the client demands. You need to show your ability to finish the hair in various ways using different techniques and equipment. This includes understanding products to use and been able to style various lengths of hair whether as a blow dry finish or a hair up.

  • GCSE's in English and maths - Grade 9-1 (A-G) or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent

  • Completers may want to progress to Hairdressing Apprenticeship Level 3

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What You Will Pay

Please contact Student Services on 0345 155 2020 for pricing information.

If you want to work in a vibrant, ever-changing industry, a career in hairdressing, beauty and spas could be the right choice for you. 

Employment prospects in this industry are diverse and exciting, with opportunities to work in high street salons, hotels and spas, or perhaps on cruise ships travelling the world. You may even like to set up your own business. 

As a student, you’ll have the chance to use industry-standard facilities in our on-site salons at the Cheltenham, Gloucester and Forest of Dean campuses. 

Throughout your training programme you will carry out treatments for your peers as well as for paying clients, giving you the chance to develop your skills and gain the widest possible range of experiences. 

Student Stories

Georgina Wilson

My aunty owns her own spa and really sparked my interest in the beauty industry. My dream is to become a Beauty Therapist and my course has taught me all of the skills needed, as well as how to be professional and confident. If you want to study a hands-on course, I would definitely recommend GC for its wide range of courses and facilities."

Georgina Wilson

Level 2 – Beauty Therapy – Cheltenham Campus

Kasey Tyler

I was originally doing A Levels and was going to work in engineering! Doing hair has always been something I enjoyed. College is very different to school. I like how everyone respects each other, and it’s friendly here. I went in not knowing anyone and they’re now my closest friends. At first I wasn’t very confident but the more I did it the easier it got. When I started talking to our clients more, I felt way more comfortable asking for help. 100% I’m more confident now!

Kasey Tyler

Level 2 - Hairdressing - Forest of Dean Campus

Cornelia Smith

I chose my course because I really enjoy hairdressing – I like styling people’s hair and making them feel happy after I’ve finished with their look. I like learning new things, learning different colours and how to do different cuts. I find the processes really interesting. I work at a salon currently and would like to stay on there. Getting that experience of a salon, seeing how stylists do different things in different ways is really good to see.

Cornelia Smith

Level 3 - Hairdressing - Cheltenham

Lucie Scammell

I like doing colour because it’s more creative and you can do a lot more with it. It's really satisfying with the before and after photos. Finding clients but it is a really good way to learn and do the assessments. My lecturers are really good, they’re always there to help. I wasn’t very confident with cuts but the more practice I’ve had, the more confident I felt doing haircuts. It’s really lovely getting the client feedback afterwards.

Lucie Scammell

Level 3 - Hairdressing - Cheltenham Campus

Proud To Be Working With

Calcot Manor
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Laura Leigh
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