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Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services

The Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in client consultation, hair analysis, colour selection, colour application, controlled lightening, timing, aftercare and safe chemical-service practices.

Professional learning
Practical learning
Practical learning Build knowledge and skills for professional progression.
Overview

About this qualification

The Level 2 Certificate in Colour and Lighten Hair Services offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in client consultation, hair analysis, colour selection, colour application, controlled lightening, timing, aftercare and safe chemical-service practices.

Professional development
Professional development Build practical knowledge for real-world opportunities

Career-focused

Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.

Curriculum

What you'll cover

Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:

  1. Hair Colouring Fundamentals
  2. Colour Theory
  3. Client Consultation
  4. Hair and Scalp Analysis
  5. Hair Condition Assessment
  6. Hair Preparation
  7. Temporary Colour
  8. Semi-Permanent Colour
  9. Permanent Colour
  10. Regrowth Applications
  11. Highlights
  12. Lowlights
  13. Hair Lightening
  14. Bleaching Awareness
  15. Toning
  16. Sectioning Techniques
  17. Application Methods
  18. Timing and Monitoring
  19. Colour Development
  20. Aftercare
  21. Salon Chemical Safety
  22. PPE and Hygiene
  23. Portfolio Development
Who this qualification is designed for
Audience
Audience

Who it's designed for

This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:

  • Learners entering professional hair colouring
  • Junior Hair Stylists
  • Salon Assistants
  • Individuals developing colour and lightening skills
Benefits of this qualification
Benefits
Benefits

What you'll gain

Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:

  • Develop professional colouring competence.
  • Strengthen hair-analysis skills.
  • Improve colour-selection knowledge.
  • Develop controlled lightening awareness.
  • Improve chemical-service safety.
  • Build practical colour-service portfolio evidence.
Assessment

How this qualification is assessed

The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.

  • Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written examination and portfolio review.
  • Format: Skills demonstrations, multiple-choice questions, client case studies and oral defence.
  • Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus multiple practical tasks and portfolio submission.
  • Passing Score: 70%.
  • Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total).
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