Hair Professional Apprenticeship, Level 2

Minimum entry requirements:

Grade 2 GCSE in maths and English (or functional skills Level 1 in maths and English) 

Apprentices will receive a Level 2 Diploma for Hair Professionals (Hairdressing). Achievement of the standard makes you eligible for State Registration with the Hair Council.

The End Point Assessment (EPA) can only be triggered after 12 months of starting the apprenticeship and is dependent on when the employer and training provider decide the apprentice is ready. EPA is typically expected to conclude within 3 months. The employer has the final decision to progress the apprentice to EPA. The apprentice and training provider should feel confident the learning outcomes have been achieved.

The EPA consists of the following elements:

A practical skills assessment, which will be carried out during an observed session within the college training salon (including some oral questioning) to assess knowledge, skills and understanding in:

• Cut hair using a range of techniques to create a variety of looks
• Style and finish hair using a range of techniques to create a variety of looks
• Colour and lighten hair using a range of techniques

In addition to:

•    A multiple choice questions exam
•    A showcase portfolio
•    An externally assessed professional discussion

All assessment methods need to be passed. Each assessment method should directly assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the Standard. The External End Point Assessor has the final decision.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be able to further develop your hairdressing skills. Once established in salon you would then be able to progress on to the Advanced and Creative Hair Professional Level 3 apprenticeship course.