Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing
The Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing offered by OXQUAL develops foundational practical competence in hair cutting, colouring, styling, shampooing, scalp care, client consultation, hygiene and salon customer service.
About this qualification
The Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing offered by OXQUAL develops foundational practical competence in hair cutting, colouring, styling, shampooing, scalp care, client consultation, hygiene and salon customer service.
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:
- Hairdressing Fundamentals
- Salon Roles and Responsibilities
- Basic Hair Cutting
- One-Length Cutting
- Basic Layering
- Basic Styling
- Hair Colour Fundamentals
- Temporary Colour
- Semi-Permanent Colour
- Permanent Colour Awareness
- Shampooing
- Conditioning
- Scalp Care
- Scalp Massage
- Hair and Scalp Product Knowledge
- Client Consultation
- Professional Communication
- Salon Hygiene
- Tool Cleaning and Disinfection
- Customer Service
- Booking and Reception Awareness
- Basic Updos
- Braiding
- Special-Occasion Styling
- Client Records
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Beginners entering hairdressing
- Junior Hair Stylists
- Salon Assistants
- Individuals developing foundational salon skills
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop foundational hairdressing competence.
- Strengthen cutting and colouring skills.
- Improve client-consultation competence.
- Develop salon hygiene practices.
- Improve customer-service skills.
- Support progression into advanced hairdressing study.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination, practical skills test and viva.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies, hands-on skills demonstration and oral defence.
- Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 practical skills test and 1 viva.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 6–8 weeks (100–120 hours total).
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