ITEC Level 2 NVQ Hairdressing Course
| Course Content: | Practical and theoretical |
| Time: | 12 Weeks – Monday-Friday (10.00am - 4.30pm) OR 24 Weeks - Monday-Thursday (6.00pm - 9.30pm) |
| Price: | £6,100 + VAT |
| Qualification: | ITEC Level 2 NVQ Hairdressing |
| Portfolio: | Live Models |
This NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing Course provides a faster route for anyone who is interested in becoming a hairdresser but does not have the time to spend studying for two or more years.
It is recommended that candidates have achieved a level of education equivalent to five GCSEs at grades A*-C prior to commencing this course; however, exemptions may be made for adult returners with experience of the workplace. A good understanding of English is essential.
Applicant's may be asked to attend an interview prior to starting their course.
The ITEC (International Therapy Examination Council) Level 2 NVQ Diploma is an internationally recognised qualification. It is linked with the World Federation of Hairdressers, National Hairdressers Federation and the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA) for insurance purposes and support.
This course is specifically designed to provide students with an intensive 12 week course (or 24 weeks part time) in which they will learn the necessary practical and theoretical skills to either work in a salon, or become a freelance hairdresser.
This course is taught by qualified educators who incorporate theory work, special projects, demonstrations and hands-on workshops. Your tutor will guide you through the stages of the course and monitor your personal progress. All necessary equipment, styling tools and manuals are provided.
Throughout the course you will have your own clients to enable you to build a portfolio of all your work, consisting of photographic evidence and practical assignments.
You will be assessed in both theory and practical areas throughout this course.
You will practice on members of the public throughout this course.
Students are required to bring in a camera to take photos during this course as part of their portfolio of evidence for assessment purposes.
Our courses have a maximum of 3 students per class (4 students for evening classes) – offering an amazing student to tutor ratio.
Dates available:
Full Time: 12 Weeks - Monday-Friday (10.00am - 4.30pm)
Monday 20th February 2012 - FULLY BOOKED
Monday 21st May 2012 - 2 places left!
Monday 1st October 2012 - 2 places left!
Part Time: 24 Weeks - Monday-Thursday (6.00pm - 9.30pm)
Monday 16th April 2012
We also have 1 on 1 tailored courses available, please call us on 0207 993 8101 for details.
This course includes the following units:
Unit 500 – Ensure Responsibility for Actions to Reduce Health Risks to Health and Safety
Unit 501 – Give Clients a Positive Impression of Yourself and Your Organisation
Unit 502 – Advise and Consult with Clients
Unit 503 – Shampoo, Condition and Treat the Hair and Scalp
Unit 504 – Change Hair Colour
Unit 505 – Style and Finish Hair
Unit 506 – Set and Dress Hair
Unit 507 – Cut Hair Using Basic Techniques
Unit 509 – Promote Additional Salon Services or Products to Clients
Unit 511 – Plait and Twist Hair
Course Content:
- Health and Safety
Identifying, evaluating and reducing hazards and risks in the workplace
- Creating a Positive Personal and Organisational Impression
Understanding effective customer service
Understanding organisational standards
- Advising and Consulting with Clients
Client consultation and aftercare
Analysing the hair, skin and scalp
Treatments for the hair, skin and scalp
Consultation for services and products
Salon and legal requirements
- Shampooing, Conditioning and Treating the Hair and Scalp
Client consultation and aftercare
Maintaining effective and safe methods of working when shampooing, conditioning and treating the hair and scalp including visual, verbal and manual checks
Massage techniques for shampoo and conditioner
Use of products and equipment
- Colouring Techniques
Client consultation
Preparation and sectioning for colouring/lightening
Colour application such as tinting, highlights, lowlights, global application
Temporary and permanent colour application
Colour correction techniques
Performing a strand and skin test
Client aftercare
Contraindications
- Styling and Finishing
Client consultation
Salon styling tools
Professional blow drying
Use of heated styling equipment
Back combing and brush techniques
Aftercare and maintenance
- Setting and Dressing
Preparation and sectioning for setting hair
Professional tools and their use
Dressing techniques to create volume, curls, rolls, natural and smoothing looks
Styles to reflect occasions and needs of client
- Cutting Techniques
Client consultation and aftercare
Using and adapting cutting techniques such as club, freehand and scissors-over-comb techniques for both dry and wet cuts
Understanding hair types, hair density, hair growth patterns
Cutting styles such as one-length square cut, layering, straight bob, graduated bob, fringes
- Plaiting and Twisting Hair
Client consultation and aftercare
Preparation and sectioning for plaits/twists
Adjusting tension
Salon styling tools
Techniques such as cornrows, French plaits, two strand twists, fishtail plaits and flat twists
- Promote Additional Salon Services or Products to Clients
Develop knowledge of organisation’s services or products
Inform customers about additional services or products
