Hair Professional Level 2 Apprenticeship

25376W1/P | Parson's Walk Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 01/08/2024
Time/Day | MON

Is this course for me?

Hairdressers will be able to shampoo and condition hair, cut hair using a range of techniques, style and finish hair to create variety of looks, and colour and lighten hair for ladies and men. Hairdressers must be able to work with all hair types ranging from straight hair to very curly, wiry hair. They also need to be able to carry out consultations with clients, demonstrate the professionalism, values, behaviours, communication skills and safe working practices associated with their role and be able to work without supervision to a high level of precision, with exceptional client care skills.

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What will I study?

In this apprenticeship you will be learning the knowledge, skills and behaviours to be successful in your chosen role, these include: Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours: Professionalism and values, behaviours and communication, safe working practices, consultation, shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp, cut hair using a range of techniques to create a variety of looks, style and finish hair using a range of techniques to create a variety of looks, colour and lighten hair using a range of techniques, perming hair, hair relaxing treatments and techniques, hair extension services, cutting using barbering, style and finish men's hair, cut facial hair into shape and shaving services.

How long is the course?

two academic years

How will I be assessed?

All apprentices now complete an end-point assessment to complete their qualification. This is delivered by an independent end-point assessment organisation with no affiliation to the employer or training provider. This is a national requirement and endpoint assessments are carried out by a third party assessor. End point assessments use a variety of assessment methods depending on the apprenticeship standard these can include:Professional Discussions. Interviews. Showcase portfolios. Practical assessment of skill. Theory assessments. Assignments and more

What qualifications do I need?

Employers are looking for apprentices who have GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4. Level 2 - A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-3 or equivalent, including Maths or English. Level 3 - 6 - A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-4 or equivalent, including Maths or English.

What can I progress onto?

This apprenticeship offers progression onto level 3 apprenticeships and courses including the advanced and creative hair professional.

Other Information

If you don't currently have an employer and would like to undertake an apprenticeship, take a look at our vacancies at www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/Apprenticeship-Vacancies

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds	19+ year olds	Free for eligible learners?	Is Loan Available?

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