Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals – Hairdressing
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals – Hairdressing, designed for learners entering the hairdressing industry at a foundational level. The program emphasizes practical skills, client consultation, cutting, coloring, and styling techniques, alongside compliance with health and safety standards. Participants will gain the competence to work as junior hairdressers in salons or progress to advanced qualifications.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals – Hairdressing |
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| Total Credits | 50 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 500 |
| Qualification Time | 500 |
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Introduction to Hairdressing & Salon Practices Understanding salon operations, professional conduct, and client service.
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Client Consultation & Communication Skills Identifying client needs, offering advice, and maintaining professional relationships.
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Shampooing, Conditioning & Scalp Treatments Techniques for cleansing, conditioning, and treating hair and scalp.
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Cutting Techniques for Women’s Hair One‑length, layers, graduation, and texturizing methods.
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Cutting Techniques for Men’s Hair Clipper work, scissor‑over‑comb, and blending techniques.
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Coloring & Lightening Hair Application of permanent, semi‑permanent, and temporary color; highlights and lowlights.
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Styling & Dressing Hair Blow‑drying, setting, up‑styles, and finishing techniques.
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Health, Safety & Hygiene in Hairdressing Workplace safety, infection control, and compliance with industry regulations.
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Retail & Product Knowledge Advising clients on hair care products and salon services.
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Practical Assessments & Portfolio Development Real‑world salon practice, client case studies, and portfolio creation.
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Builds competence in core hairdressing techniques and client consultation
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Enhances compliance with RQF, VTCT, and City & Guilds standards
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Strengthens skills in cutting, coloring, styling, and salon hygiene
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Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and portfolio development
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in salon hairdressing, styling, and progression to advanced diplomas
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Learners entering the hairdressing profession with no prior formal qualification
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Students seeking employment as junior hairdressers in salons
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Individuals aiming to progress to Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing (HPHD‑313) or barbering qualifications
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Assessment Type: Practical assessments + written exam + portfolio review
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Format: Skills demonstrations, MCQs, client case studies, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 60 theory + multiple practical tasks + portfolio submission
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total)
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Certification: Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals – Hairdressing (HPHD)
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