Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services
The Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in temporary and chemical hair-smoothing techniques, client consultation, hair and scalp analysis, product application, aftercare and safe salon practices.
About this qualification
The Level 2 Certificate in Smoothing and Straightening Hair Services offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in temporary and chemical hair-smoothing techniques, client consultation, hair and scalp analysis, product application, aftercare and safe salon practices.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Hair Smoothing and Straightening Fundamentals
- Hair Structure and Condition
- Client Consultation
- Hair and Scalp Analysis
- Treatment Suitability
- Hair Preparation
- Shampooing and Conditioning
- Temporary Straightening
- Blow-Drying Techniques
- Flat-Iron Techniques
- Chemical Smoothing Awareness
- Keratin-Treatment Awareness
- Relaxer Awareness
- Product Selection
- Sectioning and Application
- Timing and Monitoring
- Aftercare
- Client Maintenance Advice
- Salon Health and Safety
- Hygiene and Infection Prevention
- Retail Product Knowledge
- Portfolio Development
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Learners entering professional hairdressing
- Junior Hair Stylists
- Salon Assistants
- Individuals developing smoothing and straightening skills
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop smoothing and straightening competence.
- Strengthen client-consultation skills.
- Improve hair and scalp assessment.
- Develop safe product-application practices.
- Improve client aftercare guidance.
- Build practical salon evidence and portfolio skills.
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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